No.1 Player in American commits toTexas over Ohio, Texas, and BYU.…….
BREAKING: Nation’s No. 1 Football Recruit Stuns College Football World, Commits to Texas Over Ohio State, Texas A&M, and BYU
By Riley Dawson | May 3, 2025
Austin, TX – In a jaw-dropping turn of events that sent shockwaves across the college football landscape, five-star quarterback phenom and consensus No. 1 player in the 2025 class, Jackson “Jet” Harmon, has officially committed to the University of Texas—choosing the Longhorns over powerhouse programs including Ohio State, Texas A&M, and surprise finalist BYU.
Harmon, a dual-threat marvel out of Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, made his announcement Friday morning via a livestream that drew over 1.2 million viewers. With fans speculating heavily that he would choose either Ohio State—long considered the frontrunner—or stay close to home at BYU, Harmon stunned everyone by unzipping his hoodie to reveal the burnt orange Longhorns logo, sparking a social media frenzy.
“Texas just felt right,” Harmon said with a grin. “Coach Sark believed in me from day one. Austin feels like home, and I want to bring a natty back to the 40 Acres.”
A Recruiting Earthquake
Recruiting experts had pegged Harmon’s final decision as a likely battle between Ohio State’s offensive pedigree and BYU’s family-centered pitch, especially given Harmon’s close ties to the Latter-day Saint community. Texas A&M had made a late push, offering Harmon a rumored $3.2 million NIL package—the largest publicly known deal in the 2025 class—but it wasn’t enough to sway him.
Insiders say Texas’ new NIL initiative, “Burnt Orange Legacy,” played a major role in the commitment, with Harmon reportedly offered a multi-year partnership with Tesla, direct mentorship from Longhorn alum and NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes, and a personal documentary deal with Netflix already in pre-production.
What It Means for Texas
Harmon’s commitment gives the Longhorns their highest-rated quarterback since Arch Manning and sends a clear signal that Texas is officially back—not just in recruiting, but in national championship conversations. The 6’5”, 225-pound QB with 4.45 speed and a rocket arm has been compared to a blend of Cam Newton and Josh Allen, and analysts say he could start as early as Week 1
Fallout Across the Country
Ohio State fans were visibly stunned, with some calling it “the biggest miss of the Ryan Day era.” BYU’s faithful were reportedly “heartbroken,” with one Utah-based columnist writing, “This is our LeBron leaving for Miami moment.”
Meanwhile, Texas A&M fans took to message boards in fury, accusing Texas boosters of “buying another title shot.” The Longhorns have remained silent on the details of Harmon’s NIL agreements, though sources confirm multiple seven-figure endorsements are on the table.
The Jet Takes Off
Known for his rocket arm and highlight-reel runs, Harmon earned his nickname “Jet” not just for his speed, but for his ability to elevate every team he’s played on. Last season, he threw for 4,283 yards, 51 touchdowns, and ran for 1,102 more, all while maintaining a 4.2 GPA.
With his commitment, Texas now holds the No. 1 recruiting class in the nation for 2025, jumping ahead of Georgia and Alabama.
