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3-star Tucson defensive lineman Keona Wilhite, teammate of 5-star commit Elijah Rushing, backs off pledge to Arizona

Arizona’s in-state (and backyard) recruiting took a hit Monday night with 3-star defensive lineman Keona Wilhite announced he was back on the market.

God has given me peace trusting that this decision is aligned with His plan. Thank you all for your support.@BlairAngulo @adamgorney @CSing57
@On3Recruits @247Sports @247recruiting @Rivals @BFBaumgartner @CoachEricRogers pic.twitter.com/BETZ9JK8Lv— Keona Wilhite (@keona_wilhite34) October 3, 2023

he 6-foot-5, 236-pound Wilhite, who plays for nearby Salpointe Catholic High School, is the teammate of 5-star UA commit Elijah Rushing.