October 21, 2025

Irmo EDGE Rusher Jaden Wuerth Attracts Gamecocks’ Interest

Augusta, Georgia, October 21, 2025

News Summary

Jaden Wuerth, a three-star EDGE rusher from Augusta, is gaining traction from the South Carolina Gamecocks following his official visit. After transferring to Dutch Fork High School for the current season, Wuerth’s performance, including 30 tackles and 8 sacks, has drawn attention from multiple major programs. His recruitment journey is marked by interest from schools like Clemson and NC State, with hopes for more offers after the season. Wuerth is focused on building relationships with coaching staffs, considering his college options thoughtfully.

Augusta, Georgia

Jaden Wuerth, a three-star EDGE rusher from Augusta, Georgia, has gained attention from the South Carolina Gamecocks following his first official visit during the Gamecock Walk and gameday experience against Oklahoma. This visit has sparked considerable interest from the coaching staff as Wuerth is seen as a potential addition to their defensive lineup.

Wuerth began his high school football career at Aquinas before transferring to Dutch Fork High School in Irmo, South Carolina, for the 2023 season. He received an offer from the Gamecocks this past summer, which has opened up more opportunities for him in the competitive collegiate recruitment landscape.

During Wuerth’s visit, he was joined by Julian Walker, a four-star defensive end who is committed to Michigan. Walker, who is also from Dutch Fork, has a connection to South Carolina through his father, who is part of the coaching staff. Both players attended the same game, further solidifying their opportunity to evaluate the program.

Walker is no stranger to South Carolina, having visited three times for games this season. He has maintained active communication with the Gamecocks’ defensive ends coach, Sterling Lucas, which positions both players well as they consider their collegiate futures.

Wuerth’s recruitment has attracted interest from multiple major programs, including Clemson, North Carolina State, and Georgia Tech. He has also toured these schools this fall and expressed his enthusiasm about receiving an offer from South Carolina, solidifying their role in his recruitment journey.

On the field, Wuerth has made an impressive impact this season, recording 30 tackles, leading his team with nine tackles for loss, and accumulating eight sacks. In his early games at Dutch Fork, he had already registered 12 tackles, four tackles for loss, and three sacks in just the first two games, showcasing his capabilities as a crucial player on defense.

Wuerth noted that the recruitment process has been busy, with hopes of extending his list of offers to include Clemson, which he anticipates will happen after the current season concludes. However, he currently does not have a favorite school as he is focused on building relationships with various coaching staffs.

South Carolina has shown strong interest in Wuerth not just as an EDGE rusher but also as a candidate for a defensive tackle role. His participation in camps has allowed him to demonstrate his skills, with coaches praising his quickness and technique—elements essential for success at the collegiate level.

Looking ahead, Wuerth plans to make his college decision within the next year after taking additional official visits, intending to weigh his options thoroughly. The local high school football environment at Dutch Fork, known for its strong program, continues to produce standout talent, making it a significant breeding ground for prospective football players like Wuerth and Walker.

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