The Washington Huskies land an intriguing defensive tackle prospect in Ta'a Malu for their 2026 recruiting class. Can this raw talent develop into a Big Ten force?

Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff breaks down Malu's commitment, highlighting his MMA background and explosive first step. The discussion covers Washington's defensive line recruiting strategy, balancing immediate impact players with developmental prospects like Malu. Key topics include the critical pursuit of four-star DT TI Umu-Cais, challenges in securing top D-line recruits, and adapting to Big Ten football's deep rotations. Tomashoff analyzes how recent misses from Jedd Fisch and Jason Kaufusi impact Washington's long-term plans and potential solutions.

Don't miss this in-depth look at the Huskies' defensive line recruiting and its implications for their future in the Big Ten.

0:00 Intro

1:00 Washington adds three-star defensive tackle Ta'a Malu

5:36 Importance of building defensive line depth

9:10 Four-star DT TI Umu-Cais is crucial for the Huskies' future

13:13 Expanding recruiting footprint in the Big Ten

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