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Rutgers class of 2014 QB commit Tyler Wiegers

(Photo provided by Wiegers, used with permission)

Four-star quarterback Tyler Wiegers has de-committed from Rutgers football, NJ.com has confirmed. The 6-4, 215-pound Detroit Country Day (Beverly Hills, Mich.) standout tells NJ.com that although he has reversed his pledge, the Scarlet Knights are still in the mix for his recruitment. As for programs outside of Rutgers, Iowa has landed an official visit from the talented signal caller.

"I'm taking an official visit to Iowa and maybe one or two more," he said. "And I might take another visit to RU."

Wiegers originally committed to the Scarlet Knights on April 9. However, he is the sixth prospect to de-commit from Rutgers' recruiting class of 2014.

The Scarlet Knights have been in a tail spin over the past couple weeks as they dropped a game at home to Cincinnati, 52-17, and had four players de-commit within that time frame. The program has also had to endure the bullying allegations of Jevon Tyree and family against defensive coordinator Dave Cohen.

Wiegers was thought to be a cornerstone of the class, standing strong through a string of de-commitments and poor performances on the field. However, a day following Rutgers being handled by the Bearcats at home, the circumstances appear to have become too great.

More to come.

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