Breaking News: Five-Star Recruit Stuns College Football by Turning Down $6.7 Million, Decommits from TCU, and Chooses Miami Hurricanes Over Notre Dame and Georgia
In a move that’s sending shockwaves throughout the college football world, five-star quarterback phenom Jayden Wallace has turned down a reported $6.7 million NIL deal, decommitted from TCU, and announced his commitment to the University of Miami, stunning fans and analysts alike.
Wallace, the No. 1 dual-threat QB in the 2025 class, had been verbally committed to TCU since late 2024 and was expected to be the cornerstone of the Horned Frogs’ future. Sources close to the situation say TCU boosters and NIL collectives were prepared to offer a staggering $6.7 million over four years to keep Wallace locked in. But the elite signal-caller shocked everyone by walking away from the money and flipping to the Miami Hurricanes — bypassing blue-blood programs like Georgia and Notre Dame, who had made aggressive late pushes.
“This wasn’t about money,” Wallace said in a live Instagram stream shortly after announcing his decision. “This is about legacy. Miami feels like home, and I believe in what Coach Cristobal is building down there.”
Wallace’s decision is not only a massive win for Miami but a clear message to the college football landscape: the Canes are back in the mix for elite talent and serious about returning to national prominence.
Recruiting insiders suggest that Miami’s revamped offense, the promise of early playing time, and the long-term vision presented by the coaching staff played key roles in the flip. Wallace reportedly bonded with several current Miami players on a recent visit and was swayed by the opportunity to lead a resurrection of “The U.”
As for TCU, this is a devastating loss that leaves their 2025 recruiting class without its centerpiece. Meanwhile, Georgia and Notre Dame — both in the thick of College Football Playoff conversations — are left wondering how they missed out on one of the most electric prospects in recent memory.
Jayden Wallace’s stunning move proves one thing: not every decision comes with a price tag. Sometimes, it’s about the bigger picture — and Miami just cashed in.
