Indiana football lands commitment from 2026 LB Trevor Gibbs
Per 247Sports, Gibbs is the 71st highest-rated linebacker in the class of 2026 and the 7th highest-rated prospect in the state of Indiana overall. His other offers include Purdue, Cincinnati, Iowa and Illinois.
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Additionally, 247Sports lists Buddha Williams as Gibbs primary recruiter. As Indiana's defensive ends coach, that says a bit about what the program sees him as at the next level. Gibbs plays on both sides of the ball for Crown Point, lining up at linebacker on defense and as a tight end on offense.
It's more positive recruiting momentum for Curt Cignetti's staff in the Hoosier state. Cignetti has long stated his desire to recruit players in Indiana's natural footprint, meaning in-state talent along with those from surrounding areas like Ohio, Michigan, Illinois and Kentucky.
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