Cal Poly Football signed five new recruits from high schools across California during the second national signing period on Wednesday: two defensive linemen, one offensive lineman, a kicker and a receiver.
The recruits will join the 16 players incoming Head Coach Tim Skipper and his staff signed in December 2025 during the early signing period.
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Defensive tackle Izak Simpson, from Simi Valley High School, received seven NCAA Division I offers, including San Diego State and Sacramento State, according to his Instagram. His offer from Cal Poly was among his full scholarship options.
“I am incredibly grateful for the outpouring of love and support,” Simpson said in an Instagram post.
During his time at Simi Valley, Simpson was named Marmonte League Co-Defensive Lineman of the Year and First Team All-League.
Wide receiver Oreste “JJ” Yong was a dual athlete at Roseville High School, surpassing 1,000 varsity points in basketball and being selected for a Sacramento All-Section Team honoree in football last season.
Owen Neill signed as an offensive lineman, bringing his experience from Mater Dei High School.
“Thank you to my mom, dad, coaches, family, and everyone who helped me along the way,” Neill said in an Instagram post. “Trusted the process from day one, now it’s time to work!”
Defensive end, Somto Nwude from Crespi High School, was his league’s Defensive MVP last season.
Kicker Noah Thayer from JSerra High School had the top two longest field goals in California in 2025.
Spring practices for the new Mustangs athletes run from April 1 to May 2, about five months before their first game on Sept. 26.