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Just a few days after Iowa added two promising players to its recruiting ledger, the Hawkeyes lost its former first commitment of the class of 2018.
— Mike Bruner (@MikeBruner35) April 26, 2017
Bruner first committed to the program back in late October. The three-star linebacker out of Mequon, WI, only has one offer besides Iowa’s according to Rivals: Iowa state. He is also apparently gleaning interest from Wisconsin, Michigan and Northwestern.
Bruner plays for Homestead, which is a perennial powerhouse in Wisconsin for high school ball. It seems reasonable that he may want to test the recruiting waters as he takes on a larger role for one of the most recognizable programs in the midwest.
This isn’t an uncommon happening for Iowa, let alone college football in general. These are teenagers making a decision that will impact the rest of their lives. It’s not to be taken lightly.
It is a little interesting to see this from Bruner, though. He Tweeted the following just a couple months ago:
Finally back at home #IowaCity #swarm18
— Mike Bruner (@MikeBruner35) March 5, 2017
Iowa city
— Mike Bruner (@MikeBruner35) March 4, 2017
To steal from a BHGP staffer: “I'm not a fan of super early commitments and the pressure the staff puts on kids to do so. If they aren't from Iowa and you pressure them to commit early there's a good chance at a de-commit.”
We’ve seen it before, and we’ll see it again.
Best of luck to Mr. Bruner as he re-opens his recruitment. Just please, don’t go to Wisconsin.*
*He’s totally going to Wisconsin.