Three-star defensive lineman David Hill commits to Wisconsin

TL;DR

David Hill, a three-star defensive lineman from Homewood-Flossmoor High School, has committed to Wisconsin's football program. He is the 12th player in the Badgers' 2027 class.

Key points

David Hill commits to Wisconsin football program
He is a three-star defensive lineman
Hill is the 12th player in the Badgers' 2027 class
Wisconsin secured four commitments in one week
Another defensive lineman, Will Zaccagnino, committed the day before

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MADISON – The Wisconsin football program secured its fourth commitment in a week Friday, May 1.

David Hill, a three-star defensive lineman from Homewood-Flossmoor High School near Chicago, announced his commitment to the Badgers with an early afternoon social media post.

He is the 12th player in the Badgers’ 2027 class. It marks the second straight day a defensive linemen announced his commitment to UW. Will Zaccagnino, a tackle from Connecticut, announced his choice Thursday.

Hill kept his post on X simple.

“Proud to announce my commitment to the University of Wisconsin!,” he wrote.

At 6-foot-3 and 300 pounds, Hill already fits the physical makeup Wisconsin likes its defensive lineman.

Hill announced 21 scholarship offers on social media. Wisconsin offered July 31. His recruitment gained momentum in 2026 as 10 Power Four programs offered.

Big Ten rivals Nebraska, Minnesota and Iowa are part of the 2026 list of offers. Illinois, as well as UW were offers he received last spring or summer.

Q&A

Who is David Hill and where is he from?

David Hill is a three-star defensive lineman from Homewood-Flossmoor High School, located near Chicago.

How many commitments has Wisconsin football secured recently?

Wisconsin football has secured four commitments in just one week.

What position does David Hill play for Wisconsin?

David Hill plays as a defensive lineman for the Wisconsin Badgers.