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Five-star 2020 outside linebacker Sav’ell Smalls verbally commits to UW Huskies

On May 1, Kennedy Catholic outside linebacker Sav’ell Smalls publicly eliminated the Washington Huskies from contention in his recruitment.

On Aug. 18, he changed his tune, including the hometown Huskies in his top six.

And on Sept. 27, at an all-school assembly, he accepted his Under Armour All-American game jersey, then announced a verbal commitment to UW.

What a difference five months made for this five-star recruit.

But regardless of the journey, Husky fans should be happy with the result. The 6-foot-3, 230-pound senior is currently ranked as a five-star prospect, the No.