After over 30 scholarship offers, East Orange defensive lineman Esa Wittingburg has made his college decision! The rising senior announced his commitment at a Thursday ceremony in front of his family, friends, and teammates. Check out our full coverage below.


East Orange’s Esa Wittingburg is a Demon Deacon! The rising senior edge rusher and top-30 recruit in the N.J. class of 2027 has chosen Wake Forest as his college destination, putting on the black-and-gold hat at a Thursday ceremony at Paul Robeson Stadium. Wittingburg was stellar during his limited playing time last season, netting 34 tackles, 16.5 TFL, 10 sacks, and four forced fumbles in just six games played!

Jersey Sports Zone was there for Wittingburg’s special moment:

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