Why 4-Star Legacy QB Committing to Wisconsin Matters

TL;DR

Wisconsin Badgers secured a commitment from 4-star quarterback Jack Sorgi, a legacy recruit and talented player from Indiana. His addition strengthens Wisconsin's 2027 recruiting class and marks a significant step in expanding their recruiting efforts beyond state lines.

Key points

Jack Sorgi is a 4-star quarterback from Indiana.
He is a legacy recruit, following in his father's footsteps.
Sorgi's commitment strengthens Wisconsin's 2027 recruiting class.
He has the potential to be a productive player for Wisconsin.
Wisconsin aims to expand recruiting efforts beyond state borders.

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Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell is shown during the first quarter of their game against Washington Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. | Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images In a robust 2027 recruiting effort that has already seen a number of big-time, in-state commitments, Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers kept the momentum going Friday by landing Jack Sorgi, a 6’4, 205-pound quarterback from Tri-West High School in suburban Indianapolis. Yes, Sorgi is a Badger legacy as his pops was a gunslinger for Barry Alvarez from 1999-2003 (and a Colts backup for years), but the importance of this addition goes far beyond the good vibes of a second-generation guy heading to Madison. *Sorgi The Younger* is also really talented with the potential for so much more in the future. Every good recruiting class needs to feature a quarterback anchor, and now Wisconsin’s 2027 group has its own. Before Sorgi committed, the Badgers had several intriguing, high-quality prospects in the fold across a number of positions: running back, tight end, offensive line (!), , and defensive line, but lacked a quarterback cornerstone to keep building around. Not anymore. And while it has been amazing to see Wisconsin successfully mine the Badger State prep ranks for the first time since Paul Chryst was coach, it was also important to begin the necessary trend of adding pieces from outside the state’s borders. Sorgi was an impactful first domino in these efforts, which will take Fickell and his staff to all corners of the country over the next few months. Also important, Sorgi appears to have the goods that could allow him to grow into a productive player for Wisconsin. Possessing textbook quarterback size, a good arm, and a mind that can effectively process the myriad things happening on the field, it’s easy to imagine him calling signals for Bucky down the road. It doesn’t appear that Sorgi will be a running threat like current starter Colton Joseph, reveals a good athlete who can move comfortably around the pocket and get yards with his feet when necessary. While there will likely be several arms ahead of Sorgi on the Badger depth chart when he begins his journey in 2027, I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if he ends up a good starting quarterback for the Badgers during his time in Madison. He’s an easy kid to root for.

Q&A

Why is Jack Sorgi's commitment to Wisconsin significant?

Jack Sorgi's commitment is significant as it adds a talented quarterback anchor to Wisconsin's 2027 recruiting class and marks a shift towards recruiting outside of Wisconsin.

What are Jack Sorgi's strengths as a quarterback?

Jack Sorgi possesses good quarterback size, a strong arm, and the ability to process plays effectively, making him a promising prospect for the Badgers.

Who is Jack Sorgi's father and what is his connection to Wisconsin football?

Jack Sorgi's father, Jim Sorgi, played quarterback for Wisconsin from 1999 to 2003 and later served as a backup for the Indianapolis Colts.