In a significant development for the University of Georgia’s football program, five-star quarterback Jared Curtis has announced his decision to decommit from the Bulldogs and reopen his recruitment process. Curtis, a standout junior at Nashville Christian School in Tennessee, is widely regarded as one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2026 class.
Initially committing to Georgia in March 2024, Curtis chose the Bulldogs over other powerhouse programs, including Alabama, Texas, Ohio State, and Oklahoma. His commitment was seen as a major win for Georgia’s recruiting efforts, given his impressive high school performance. As a sophomore, Curtis threw for 2,522 yards and 25 touchdowns with nine interceptions, leading his team to a 10-3 record. His junior year has been equally impressive, with 1,624 passing yards, 18 touchdowns, and only three interceptions, along with 385 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns through seven games.
In a statement posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Curtis expressed gratitude towards Georgia’s coaching staff but emphasized his desire to explore all available options to make the most informed decision for his future. He stated, “This morning I spoke with Coach [Kirby] Smart and Coach [Mike] Bobo and let them know that I still love Georgia, but would like to take some more time to explore all my options so I can make the best, most informed decision for my future. I let them know it just doesn’t seem right or fair to stay committed while checking out other programs. I want people to know where I stand and I’ve learned that making big decisions takes time.”
Curtis also mentioned that his current focus is on his high school season, stating, “My focus now is taking care of business during the rest of our high school season and being a great teammate and leader. I look forward to making the most of an open recruiting process in the months ahead.”
Following his decommitment, Curtis has identified several programs that stand out in his recruitment process. These include Clemson, Oregon, South Carolina, Ohio State, USC, and Alabama. Notably, Clemson has emerged as a prominent contender, despite not having extended an offer at the time of his announcement. Curtis’s interest in Clemson is particularly intriguing, given that the Tigers already have two quarterbacks committed in the 2026 class.
This development marks the second consecutive recruiting cycle in which Georgia has lost a commitment from a five-star quarterback. In the previous cycle, Dylan Raiola decommitted from the Bulldogs in December 2023, ultimately committing to Nebraska.
The decommitment of a player of Curtis’s caliber is a significant setback for Georgia’s 2026 recruiting class. However, the Bulldogs’ coaching staff, led by Coach Kirby Smart, has a strong track record in recruiting and will likely intensify efforts to secure another top-tier quarterback prospect. The reopening of Curtis’s recruitment also adds a compelling narrative to the college football landscape, as several high-profile programs vie for his commitment.
As the recruiting process unfolds, Curtis’s decision will be closely monitored by analysts and fans alike, given his potential to make a substantial impact at the collegiate level. His combination of passing proficiency and dual-threat capabilities makes him a coveted asset for any program aiming for championship contention in the coming years.
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