BREAKING NEWS: Georgia Bulldogs 5-Star Commit Stuns College Football World with Decision to Flip and Join Oklahoma Over Michigan, Georgia Bulldogs and Ohio..
In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves across the college football recruiting world, a top-tier five-star recruit originally committed to the Georgia Bulldogs has decommitted and pledged to the Oklahoma Sooners, choosing the Big 12 powerhouse over perennial contenders including the Georgia Bulldogs and Michigan Wolverines in the process.
The announcement — confirmed via the recruit’s social media and multiple recruiting insiders — marks one of the most high-profile late-cycle flips of the 2026 recruiting cycle, coming at a time when most of the nation’s elite prospects had already made their decisions. The prospect, who was widely regarded as one of the nation’s best players in the 2026 ESPN and 247Sports rankings**, had been previously committed to Georgia in what was seen as an SEC recruiting coup for Kirby Smart’s program.
According to recruiting analysts, the flip to Oklahoma represents a massive win for the Sooners’ coaching staff, led by head coach Brent Venables, who has been aggressively rebuilding Oklahoma’s roster since taking over the program. Oklahoma has been making strides on the recruiting trail, closing gaps after several tough seasons in the Big 12 and aiming to re-establish itself as a national contender.
The recruit’s pivot away from Georgia and Michigan — two of college football’s most prestigious programs — was influenced by a combination of factors, according to sources close to the situation. Those include the promise of immediate playing time, a strong fit in Oklahoma’s offensive/defensive scheme, and a deeper connection with Oklahoma’s coaching staff during late-cycle contact and visits.
Fans have responded in force on social media since the announcement. Bulldog supporters expressed disbelief that a top talent chose Norman over Athens, especially given Georgia’s recent dominance in the SEC and its status as a national title contender. Michigan fans were equally stunned, as the Wolverines have been among the most consistent recruiters in the Big Ten and nationally in recent years.
Recruiting analysts say this flip could have ripple effects beyond the immediate commitments. A move like this not only boosts Oklahoma’s class nationally but also raises questions about how traditional powers like Georgia and Michigan will finish out the cycle and address late-season recruiting pressure. Last year, Georgia came into the early signing period with one of the nation’s top classes, but has seen some late-cycle movement and flip attempts from other programs. ([ESPN.com][2])
Meanwhile, Oklahoma fans have celebrated what they describe as a “statement recruit” — one that signals the Sooners’ renewed ability to compete for elite talent not just in the Big 12, but on the national landscape.
With the early signing period now behind us and National Signing Day still weeks away, this unexpected flip will undoubtedly be one of the biggest talking points among fans, coaches, and analysts alike as teams finalize their 2026 rosters.