
2027 College Football Recruiting Rankings Shift as NIL Reshapes Commitments
A look at the latest commitments, state‑by‑state breakthroughs and the growing influence of name, image and likeness deals on the next generation of quarterbacks.
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A look at the latest commitments, state‑by‑state breakthroughs and the growing influence of name, image and likeness deals on the next generation of quarterbacks.
A look at the leading prospects for the class of 2028, highlighting early pledges and the athletes poised to make an impact.

The first edition of the 2026 Way‑Too‑Early Top 25 high school football rankings has been released, blending objective ratings with expert analysis. DeSoto (TX) leads the Massey Ratings, while St. Frances Academy (MD) tops the author’s subjective ranking. The list also features IMG Academy, St. John Bosco, St. Thomas Aquinas and Santa Margarita Catholic among the top five.

The 2026 preseason rankings spotlight IMG Academy at the summit, with St. Frances Academy and Buford close behind. Notable players and early schedule challenges hint at a fiercely competitive season.

The Ascenders are projected to dominate the upcoming season, traveling across the U.S. and abroad while eyeing a single loss to a Baltimore powerhouse.

Michigan's football program is securing commitments from some of the nation's most coveted prospects, including a five‑star quarterback and a top defensive back, as a revamped staff and player development drive the team's appeal.

Michigan's football program is attracting elite recruits, including a five‑star quarterback committed to Georgia and a defensive back who reopened his recruitment, while adding a three‑star linebacker to its 2027 class.

Michigan’s head coach Kyle Whittingham is zeroing in on five‑star quarterback Jayden Wade, a Georgia commit weighing a Wolverines visit, echoing the program’s recent triumph in flipping Bryce Underwood.

Michigan is courting top quarterback Jayden Wade, currently committed to Georgia, with a visit to Ann Arbor on the horizon, aiming to flip his commitment.
The latest USA TODAY Sports list ranks the nation’s most promising 2028 football seniors, highlighting top cornerbacks, receivers and linemen while noting the open recruitment status of the majority.

Five‑star quarterback Jayden Wade revisited the University of Georgia during its annual scavenger hunt weekend, a showcase that spotlights the Bulldogs' leading 2028 recruiting class and the fierce competition from Tennessee and LSU, while the 2027 quarterback pool remains thin.

Jayden Wade, a five-star quarterback bound for Georgia, revisited the campus during the Bulldogs’ annual recruiting event, underscoring the program’s grip on the nation’s leading 2028 class while facing competition from Tennessee and LSU.

IMG Academy has released its 2026 football schedule, highlighting games against top programs from across the United States and the United Kingdom, with quarterback Jayden Wade poised to lead the charge.

IMG Academy's Ascenders have finalized a demanding 2026 schedule that includes marquee matchups against top teams from coast to coast and overseas, featuring returning stars and a confirmed clash with St. Frances Academy.

The Ascenders have announced their 2026 high school football schedule, featuring games against top teams from across the United States and abroad, highlighting a roster loaded with college‑bound talent.

The University of Georgia’s football program has announced scholarship offers to four-star quarterback recruit Lukas Prock and two other 2028 prospects, highlighting a strategic push to secure elite talent for the upcoming class.

The University of Georgia has awarded a scholarship to four‑star quarterback prospect Lukas Prock, who brings a strong arm and impressive high‑school numbers to the roster.

Former Georgia quarterback commit Jared Curtis has switched to Vanderbilt, where he could start against his former team. The move spotlights a recruiting pattern that has left the Bulldogs without a clear answer at quarterback, prompting a reliance on the transfer portal and a uncertain 2028 pipeline.

Michigan’s football program is already mapping its next wave of signal‑callers, with standout prospect Walker Snee poised to join the fold amid a crowded recruiting landscape.

Several elite quarterback recruits have slipped from Georgia's grasp, forcing the Bulldogs to explore internal options and external flips as they prepare for a pivotal season.

A look at how Georgia's quarterback recruitment landscape has shifted and what it means for the upcoming season.

Peter Bourque, a top‑ranked quarterback, is set to announce his college commitment on May 14, and his decision will have major implications for Georgia's recruiting momentum.

The University of Georgia has awarded a scholarship to four-star quarterback Kington Preyear, a standout from Benjamin Russell High School, amid rising national rankings and a competitive recruitment landscape.

Kington Preyear, a top‑ranked quarterback prospect, announced his top‑six schools after receiving a scholarship offer from the University of Georgia, highlighting the Bulldogs' continued push for elite talent in the SEC.