On Wednesday evening, the West Virginia Mountaineers bolstered their football roster by securing a commitment from highly regarded class of 2025 pass rusher Wilnerson Telemaque, a towering prospect standing 6’6″ and weighing 260 lbs, hailing from Northwestern High School in Miami, Florida.
The recruitment saga leading to Telemaque’s decision was fiercely competitive, with West Virginia facing significant challenges from Wisconsin and Georgia Tech. After initially pledging his commitment to the Badgers, Telemaque opted to decommit just last week. His decision was influenced by the persistent efforts and dedicated outreach of the WVU coaching staff. In addition to West Virginia, Telemaque weighed offers from a multitude of prominent programs, including Colorado, Duke, Florida, Florida State, Illinois, Indiana, Liberty, LSU, Maryland, Miami, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pitt, Texas A&M, Wake Forest, and various others.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Telemaque noted, “The WVU staff is amazing, and I see I can get developed over there.” He specifically highlighted the positive relationship he has developed with Coach Andrew Jackson, stating, “My thoughts are he’s one of the most underrated coaches in the country.”
In his current season, Telemaque has demonstrated his formidable skills, amassing impressive statistics over eight games, including 16 tackles, three sacks, and three tackles for loss.
The commitment of Telemaque brings West Virginia’s total to 22 verbal commitments in their 2025 recruiting class. Notably, the early signing period for Division I football is scheduled to open on December 4th, just four days after the closing match of West Virginia’s regular season schedule.
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**Interview with Wilnerson Telemaque: Commitment to West Virginia**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Wilnerson! Congratulations on your commitment to West Virginia. How does it feel to officially join the Mountaineers?
**Wilnerson Telemaque:** Thank you! It feels amazing. Committing to West Virginia is a dream come true for me. I really believe in the program and the direction they’re heading.
**Interviewer:** You had quite a recruitment journey. Can you tell us a little about the decision-making process and what led you to choose West Virginia over other programs?
**Wilnerson Telemaque:** It wasn’t easy. I had offers from a lot of big schools, and I initially committed to Wisconsin. But after some thought, I realized that West Virginia felt like the right fit. The coaches were incredibly persistent and dedicated, which really impressed me. They made it clear how much they wanted me to be a part of their team.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned the coaching staff — what specifically stood out to you about them?
**Wilnerson Telemaque:** The WVU staff is amazing. They create a family atmosphere and genuinely care about developing their players. I can see how they focus on personal growth and skill improvement, which is so important to me.
**Interviewer:** With your impressive height and strength, how do you see yourself contributing on the field for the Mountaineers?
**Wilnerson Telemaque:** I plan to bring my versatility as a pass rusher. I want to help the team apply pressure on opposing quarterbacks and be a disruptive force in the defensive line. I’m excited to work hard and improve my game at the college level.
**Interviewer:** What are your goals for your time at West Virginia?
**Wilnerson Telemaque:** My main goal is to contribute to the team and help us win games. I also want to continue developing my skills and potentially move on to play at the next level. But I just want to make a positive impact at WVU.
**Interviewer:** Last question, what message do you have for Mountaineer fans?
**Wilnerson Telemaque:** I’m ready to work hard and give my all! I can’t wait to get on the field and show you all what I’m capable of. Let’s go, Mountaineers!
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Wilnerson, and best of luck with your journey at West Virginia!
