Rutgers Lands Early Offer to In-State 2027 WR Isaiah Alvarez

The Scarlet Knights have identified the Don Bosco standout as a priority target.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Rutgers has extended an early scholarship offer to 2027 wide receiver Isaiah Alvarez from Don Bosco Prep in Ramsey, New Jersey. The 6-foot, 160-pound prospect already holds 17 offers despite being two years away from his high school graduation.

Why it matters

Alvarez is considered one of the top in-state prospects in the class of 2027, and Rutgers is looking to keep top New Jersey talent home by identifying and offering them early in the recruiting process.

The details

Alvarez, who plays for powerhouse program Don Bosco Prep, received his Rutgers offer on January 21, 2025, well before his recruitment took off and he accumulated over a dozen other offers from schools across the country.

  • Alvarez received his Rutgers offer on January 21, 2025.

The players

Isaiah Alvarez

A 6-foot, 160-pound wide receiver prospect from Don Bosco Prep in Ramsey, New Jersey, who is considered one of the top in-state players in the class of 2027.

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The takeaway

Rutgers is being proactive in its pursuit of top in-state talent, offering Alvarez early in the recruiting process in hopes of keeping one of New Jersey's best players home to play for the Scarlet Knights.