5-Star QB Stuns College Football World with Shocking Decommitment from Michigan, Flips Commitment to Penn State over Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Georgia
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football landscape, 5-star quarterback phenom Jayden Marshall has officially decommitted from the University of Michigan and flipped his commitment to Penn State University, choosing the Nittany Lions over powerhouse programs like Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Georgia.
The announcement came via a surprise Instagram Live session Wednesday night, where Marshall—ranked as the No. 2 quarterback and a top-10 overall prospect in the 2026 class—put on a white Penn State cap and declared, “We Are… home.”
This marks one of the most significant recruiting flips of the decade for Penn State and head coach James Franklin, who continues to build a national contender out of Happy Valley. Franklin, long known for his recruiting prowess, pulled off a masterclass in flipping Marshall, who had been firmly committed to Michigan since last fall.
Sources close to the situation say Marshall grew increasingly concerned about Michigan’s post-Harbaugh offensive direction, citing uncertainty at offensive coordinator and doubts about the Wolverines’ future in quarterback development.
Penn State, meanwhile, rolled out the red carpet. The staff reportedly flew in to watch Marshall’s spring game, hosted his entire family for a private tour, and even connected him with former PSU greats like Trace McSorley and Michael Robinson.
Insiders also say NIL played a role, with Penn State’s growing collective offering a competitive and transparent package that rivaled those of SEC heavyweights Georgia and Tennessee.
Marshall’s commitment is a huge boost for the Nittany Lions, who now hold the No. 3 overall recruiting class in 2026. His presence could reshape the quarterback room and may spark a domino effect among other elite recruits.
This move also deepens the rivalry between Penn State and Michigan, already one of the Big Ten’s fiercest matchups. With Marshall now on track to face the Wolverines as a Lion, circle that future date on the calendar.
One thing’s clear: James Franklin just changed the game.
