A 6-3, 228-pounder quick enough that some schools are recruiting him at running back, Ugwu is considered the top linebacker in New Jersey. And he's a top priority for the Scarlet Knights, whose interest is being reciprocated. And he has strong Rutgers ties as his sister currently attends the school. At the momment, Rutgers and Minnesota appear situated best. His latest offer arrived on May 15 by the way of Nebraska. It's unlikely he pledges to Rutgers Monday, but he could in the near future if Rutgers continues on its positive trajectory.
Rutgers continues to utilize it's Midwest ties as states like Ohio are replacing some of the traditional states Rutgers has been known to recruit over the past decade.