# FLOODGATES: UConn Football, Jason Candle Land Cooper Newman as Commitments POUR In Like Never Before

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Published: 2026-06-10T14:45:00+00:00
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UConn Huskies football is on the verge of landing its best recruiting class ever, signaling a potential new era under head coach Jason Candle. With commitments pouring in from high-profile recruits like quarterback Cooper Newman—who chose UConn over major programs such as Virginia Tech, Michigan State, Maryland, and North Carolina—the Huskies are building depth and competition at key positions, especially in the quarterback room, which now boasts five talented players ready to push each other for QB1. Host Matt Schonvisky spotlights the significance of high school recruiting for sustained success, Candle’s proven ability to retain and develop talent, and the impact of relationships forged on and off the field. The episode also provides a player profile on kicker Mike Baker, a strong-legged transfer from Ole Miss, and teases upcoming interviews with new commits aiming to change the trajectory of UConn football. Can Candle’s strategy move the Huskies from promising recruits to consistent winners?

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