Sam Pilof is a linebacker from Wisconsin, but he’s leaving the state to play for another Big Ten team.

The Middleton standout announced his commitment to Greg Schiano’s Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Saturday. Pilof shared the news via his Twitter account.

Pilof is listed at 6-2, 210 pounds. On the 247Sports composite rankings, Pilof is rated 3-stars, the No. 10 Wisconsin product, No. 93 linebacker and No. 971 prospect overall nationally in the 2024 recruiting class.

In the 2022 season, Pilof tweeted about visiting Wisconsin, Notre Dame,  Purdue, Illinois, Penn State and Minnesota. He indicated widespread interest ahead of his commitment to Rutgers.

With Pilof on board, the Scarlet Knights now have 4 pledges in their 2024 recruiting class. His highlights can be viewed below, via Hudl: