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Breakdown: Wisconsin Football picks up three stars Nicolas Clayton

After recording an expert buzzer prediction, the Wisconsin football staff became a top recruiting target.

Nicolas ClaytonThree-star edge rusher from Florida joined the Wisconsin Badgers after already impressing as a player Florida State Seminoles lock. The Florida native will now attend Madison as part of his college career, further extending the career of the Badgers staff. Clayton is currently the 21st member of the Badgers’ 2025 recruiting class, which should further boost their ranking in the class.

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Wisconsin football staff gains physical advantage Nicolas Clayton

September 9, 2023; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars winger Lincoln Victor (5) is tackled by Wisconsin Badgers defenseman Hunter Wohler (24) and Wisconsin Badgers defenseman Travian Blaylock (26) in the first half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Must-Have: James Snook – USA TODAY Sports

After a powerful recruiting process and an excellent official visit, the Wisconsin football staff has earned a three-star edge rusher for 2025 Nicolas Clayton. Clayton seemed likely to remain at Florida State, but the Wisconsin staff made a huge impression during his visit and took the lead by the end of his recruitment.

Clayton was an unseen recruit for a long time, but he showed up on the field last season. The edge rusher currently has 25 scholarship offers and took five official visits before making his final commitment decision.

What does Clayton offer the Wisconsin Badgers football defense?

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November 11, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers safety Hunter Wohler (24) celebrates after the third quarter game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory credit: Jeff Hanisch – USA TODAY Sports

Clayton is a substantial, versatile forward who provides quite a bit for Wisconsin’s defense. The recruit stands 6 feet 5 inches and weighs nearly 210 pounds without pads on. While he may be substantial, the edge rusher also has incredible speed for his size and excellent pursuit ability that allows him to make plays from behind.

Clayton is a perfect fit for Wisconsin’s defense not only because of his size, but also because of the physicality with which he plays the football. The aggression and substantial plays Clayton is capable of producing go far beyond what his three-star rating might suggest to some.

Who will be next on the Wisconsin football team thanks to Clayton’s commitment?

Wisconsin Football Head Coach Luke Fickell
October 14, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell leads the football team onto the field for warmups before their game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory credit: Jeff Hanisch – USA TODAY Sports

Since Clayton’s commitment will come right at the end of his recruitment, Wisconsin is looking to replicate that commitment with another recruit. Wide receiver Muizz Tounkara he could be closer to the 2025 recruiting class the Badgers need. Wisconsin made the final three for Tounkara, who made the decision to commit on July 13.

Badgers are the opposite Arizona AND Kansas as winger Tounkara’s decision emerges.

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