The Texas Longhorns landed one of the nation’s top quarterback recruits, and now he’s opening up about the decision that shook up the college football landscape.
Jaxon Reid, a five-star prospect out of Chandler, Arizona, officially committed to the Longhorns last week in a move that surprised many analysts who had him leaning toward powerhouse programs like Georgia, Ohio State, and USC. After staying quiet throughout much of the recruitment process, Reid is finally sharing what made Texas the right fit.
“Honestly, it just felt like home,” Reid said in an exclusive interview. “I’ve been to a lot of great schools, but when I visited Austin, there was a different energy. The coaches, the culture, the fans—everything clicked.”
Reid, who threw for over 3,700 yards and 42 touchdowns as a junior, has been turning heads with his combination of arm strength, mobility, and poise in the pocket. He’s widely considered one of the most college-ready quarterbacks in the 2025 class. While Texas had already built momentum with strong recruiting across multiple positions, Reid’s commitment is seen as a game-changer for Steve Sarkisian’s program.
“What Coach Sarkisian is building at Texas is special,” Reid explained. “He’s coached some of the best quarterbacks in the game, and he knows how to develop guys like me. That was huge in my decision.”
Reid also praised the incoming talent and camaraderie among the Longhorns’ current recruits. “I’ve been in touch with some of the other commits, and we all have the same mindset. We’re trying to win championships. Not just make noise—actually bring trophies back to Austin.”
His choice is already making waves across college football, with Texas fans flooding social media to welcome him and national analysts revisiting the Longhorns’ potential in the coming seasons.
Reid says he’s ready