Hillside's (N.J.) Brian Ugwu has emerged as N.J.'s top linebacker for 2019, following an explosive 2017 campaign which saw him lead his team to a 9-3 record and Central Jersey Group 2 state title in 2017, generating 1,364 rushing yards and 14 TDs, 101 tackles, 13 sacks and two forced fumbles. He first burst onto the recruiting scene last summer as a standout at Rutgers' East Coast Elite Camp. Find out the latest in his recruitment, including which two teams stand out most early on, as NJ.com profiles the explosive defender.
"Rutgers and Minnesota have contacted me everyday to check in on me and just to say what’s up which I really appreciate.