Five-Star QB Shocks College Football World by Turning Down $6.7 Million, Decommits from Colorado, and Flips Commitment to Arizona State Over Notre Dame and Florida State
In a stunning twist that has left the college football world buzzing, five-star quarterback phenom Jalen Mitchell has flipped the script on everyone. After initially committing to Coach Deion Sanders and the University of Colorado—where he was reportedly offered an NIL package valued at a staggering $6.7 million—Mitchell has not only decommitted but made a shocking decision that defied all expectations.
The 6-foot-3 dual-threat quarterback from Houston, Texas, officially announced today that he is committing to Arizona State University, choosing the Sun Devils over powerhouse programs Notre Dame and Florida State. In an era where NIL deals are reshaping college football, Mitchell’s decision to walk away from millions has sparked intense speculation—and admiration.
“I didn’t come here for the money,” Mitchell said in a brief but powerful statement. “I came here to build something of my own, to be part of something bigger than myself. Arizona State gave me that vision.”
Sources close to Mitchell say that while Florida State and Notre Dame both made strong late pushes—with NIL packages rivaling Colorado’s offer—it was the personal relationship with Arizona State’s coaching staff, along with the opportunity to be a cornerstone of a rising program, that ultimately won him over.
Mitchell’s flip is a seismic moment not just for Arizona State, but for the entire college football landscape. It sends a clear message that for some athletes, legacy and culture still outweigh dollar signs. It also raises serious questions about Colorado’s trajectory under Coach Prime, who has now lost his top recruit of the 2025 class.
Arizona State fans, meanwhile, are celebrating what could be the dawn of a new era. If Mitchell lives up to the hype, this decision could go down as one of the boldest—and most impactful—moves in modern college football history.
