Utah football secured two major in-state commitments Monday evening as Timpview High School offensive lineman Ian Aloisio and linebacker Fui Vakapuna announced their decisions to join the Utes. The teammates revealed their commitment together during a live broadcast on the CBS Sports College Football YouTube channel.
Recruiting Class Expansion
The dual commitments bolster Morgan Scalley's 2027 recruiting class, marking the 18th and 19th additions to the roster. Both players are three-star prospects from Provo who joined the Utes after considering several Big 12 programs.
According to 247
Sports, Aloisio is the 37th-ranked offensive lineman in the 2027 class and the seventh-ranked player in Utah. He becomes the first in-state offensive lineman to commit to the Utes in this cycle, joining three-star recruits Sire Stewart and Damian Anyasodo.
Aloisio, who measures 6-foot-4 and approximately 280 pounds, held 17 total offers. As KSL Sports reported, his recruitment ultimately came down to Utah, Arizona, and Arizona State. While he currently plays tackle at the high school level, evaluators suggest he has the potential to move to the interior of the offensive line in the future.
Impact on Offensive Line
His arrival provides a significant boost to the offensive line room led by coach Jordan Gross. 247
Sports noted that Aloisio's commitment helps Utah maintain its focus on developing physical and versatile linemen.
Fui Vakapuna Defensive Details
Linebacker Fui Vakapuna joins the Utes as the first in-state linebacker addition for the 2027 class. The 6-foot-1, 225-pound prospect is ranked as the 64th-ranked linebacker in his class and the 10th-ranked player in the state.
Vakapuna's Recruitment and Stats
Vakapuna's recruitment included offers from Cal and Colorado, but he chose Utah. He joins three-star recruit Aiden Martin as a linebacker addition for coach Colton Swan.
Vakapuna brings significant defensive production to the program. During his junior season with Corner Canyon High School, he recorded 57 tackles, five tackles for loss, one sack, and one interception. KSL Sports noted that his profile as a physical player who can play in space or move downhill fits the defensive structure Utah is building under Scalley.
Utah's Local Recruiting Success
The commitments highlight Utah's recent success in recruiting local talent. 247
Sports reported that the Utes currently have eight players from within the state committed to the 2027 class, all of whom are ranked among Utah's top 21 recruits.
