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WR Austin Bussie commits to Brian Hartline and the USF Bulls
TL;DR
Austin Busso, a 6-foot wide receiver from Oradell, NJ, has committed to the USF Bulls, marking Brian Hartline's first receiver pledge. Bussie chose USF over several other schools, including Ole Miss and Tennessee.
Key points
- Austin Busso commits to USF Bulls
- First wide receiver pledge for Brian Hartline
- Bussie chose USF over Ole Miss and Tennessee
- He is the No. 25 prospect in New Jersey
- Bussie is from Bergen Catholic in Oradell, NJ
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Austin Busso (Photo by Chad Simmons)
Brian Hartline has his first wide receiver in the class, and it is one he has been building toward for months.
The new USF head coach identified Austin Busso early after arriving in Tampa, and that relationship paid off. The 6-foot, 180-pound wide receiver out of Oradell (N.J.) Bergen Catholic has committed to the Bulls, giving Hartline his first receiver pledge in this cycle.
Bussie, the No. 25 prospect in New Jersey, chose USF over Ole Miss, Tennessee, James Madison, Connecticut and Wake Forest.
“I chose USF because I felt like it was the best fit for me,” Busso told Rivals. “The moment I first visited, I knew it was home.”
That comfort level started with Hartline.
The former Ohio State assistant began building a relationship with Bussie last summer and never let up after taking over at USF. That consistency and honesty stood out throughout the process.
Q&A
Who is Austin Busso and what are his stats?
Austin Busso is a 6-foot, 180-pound wide receiver from Bergen Catholic in Oradell, NJ.
Which schools did Austin Busso consider before committing to USF?
Austin Busso considered Ole Miss, Tennessee, James Madison, Connecticut, and Wake Forest before committing to USF.
What does Austin Busso's commitment mean for USF's football program?
Austin Busso's commitment is significant as it represents the first wide receiver pledge for new head coach Brian Hartline in the current recruiting cycle.