IU adds 3-star defensive end

IU picked up its second in-state class of 2015 defensive end commitment on Wednesday with Avon's Joe Belden announced on his Twitter account his commitment.

"I'm blessed and humbled to say I've officially committed to Indiana University to play football! #CrimsonArmy15," Belden Tweeted, in part.

The 6-foot-1, 247 pound Belden is listed as a 3-star weakside defensive end by Rivals.com. He is IU's sixth member of the 2015 class, all of which have been 3-star prospects. He joins Jacob Robinson as the second defensive end in the class to commit to the Hoosiers and is the third in-state commitment in his class.

Belden had 28 solo tackles, 17 assisted tackles, 12 tackles for loss, one interception and four sacks last season at Avon High School according to Maxpreps.com. With the Hoosiers switching to a 3-4 defense this season, Belden might have the opportunity to switch to linebacker thanks to his size and 4.9 40-yard dash time.

Belden is listed as the No. 16 player overall in the state of Indiana by Rivals.com. He also had offers from Ball State, Bowling Green and Western Michigan.

Sam Beishuizen