Wisconsin Snatches Surprise Commitment from Oregon State’s Top 2026 Cornerback Prospect

When a promising cornerback like Donavan Dunmore flips his commitment, you know it’s more than just a simple change of plans—it’s a shift in momentum for Wisconsin’s 2026 recruiting scene. Originally pledged to Oregon State since late June, this three-star standout from California took in the Badgers’ campus over the weekend and, well, that visit clearly struck a chord. Ranked No. 68 among cornerbacks nationally by 247Sports, Dunmore’s decision to join Wisconsin as the 15th member of their class isn’t just a number—it’s a statement of intent for a program eager to climb the Big Ten ladder. I find it fascinating how a combination of family talks and on-site experience can steer a young athlete’s path so decisively. With offers flooding in from schools like San Diego State, Arizona, and Boise State, the Badgers have clearly made a compelling case. It makes you wonder what the campus vibe and coaching mojo must have been like this past weekend. Anyway, I’ll be watching how this piece of the recruiting puzzle fits into the bigger picture as the season approaches. LEARN MORE

Class of 2026 cornerback Donavan Dunmore has flipped his commitment from Oregon State to Wisconsin.
Dunmore, a three-star recruit from California, made his decision after a weekend visit to the Wisconsin campus.
He is ranked as the No. 68 cornerback in his class by 247Sports.
Dunmore becomes the 15th member of Wisconsin’s 2026 recruiting class.

Class of 2026 cornerback Donavan Dunmore flipped his commitment from Oregon State to Wisconsin on Monday.

The three-star recruit was on campus for a visit over the weekend. He had previously been committed to the Beavers since late June.

“I want to thank Oregon State University for recruiting me and having the interest and belief in me to help their program,” Dunmore wrote on X. “But after much thought and many conversations with my family, I will be flipping my commitment to The University of Wisconsin!”

247Sports currently ranks Dunmore as the No. 838 overall player in the class, the No. 68 cornerback and the No. 66 recruit from his home state of California. In addition to Wisconsin and Oregon State, he holds offers from San Diego State, Arizona, Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, Idaho, Kansas State, Montana, Montana State, Northern Arizona, UC Davis and UNLV. He visited Boise State, San Diego State and Oregon State in the summer, then Wisconsin on Saturday.

Dunmore is Wisconsin’s 15th addition to its class of 2026. The group currently ranks No. 66 in the nation and No. 16 in the Big Ten.

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