The Washington Huskies are making a serious push for one of the most-coveted underclassmen in the entire country, four-star wide receiver Carter St. Junious from Texas, and early signs suggest Jedd Fisch’s program is making a huge impression. Coming off landing Tre Moore from Texas for the 2027 class, Coach Fisch and position coach Kevin Cummings are back at it, making St. Junious a top priority for 2028. This isn’t just another recruit; this is a foundational piece if they can pull it off.
Who Is Carter St. Junious and Why Is He a Must-Have?
We’re talking about a 6-foot-3, 185-pound phenom out of Manvel High School in Texas. The guy is ranked as the nation’s No. 145 overall prospect and the No. 22 wide receiver for the 2028 class by 247Sports Composite. That’s big-time talent right there! He’s racked up 40 offers already from powerhouse programs like LSU, Nebraska, Oregon, Texas, and Texas Tech. But here’s the kicker: the Huskies have put themselves in a strong position early in his recruitment.
St. Junious’s sophomore year stats were already impressive, hauling in 40 catches for 585 yards and 5 touchdowns. But he’s not resting on that; his junior year debut saw him snatch 7 receptions for 140 yards and a pair of touchdowns. The kid’s got long speed, thrives in contested catches, and his route-running is just next level. He’s got the kind of skillset that makes an early impact at the college level, no doubt about it.
Why Washington Is Looking So Good
So why is this Texas talent looking at the Emerald City? St. Junious himself told Rivals’ Steve Wiltfong that “Washington is definitely a program that excites me.” He isn’t just blowing smoke either. He specifically pointed to what “Coach Fisch is building” and how their “offense gives receivers opportunities to make plays.” Add to that Washington’s “great tradition” and their ability to “compete at a high level,” and you can see why he’s hooked. He’s even “looking forward to continuing to build that relationship and learning more about the program.” That’s a direct quote from the player, telling you exactly what Fisch and Cummings are doing right.
With four freshmen wideouts already on the roster in 2026 and another four committed for the 2027 class, Fisch and Cummings have the luxury of being selective for 2028. They’re not just throwing offers around. The fact that St. Junious appears to be among their top priorities speaks volumes about his talent and how much they want him to be a Husky.
This early interest from such a highly-touted recruit is a massive deal for the Huskies’ future. Keep your eyes peeled, Dawg fans, because this could be the start of something truly special in Montlake!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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