Shockwave in College Football: 5-Star WR Jerome Myle Flips to Texas A&M, Snubs USC, LSU, Texas & Georgia
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football landscape, 5-star wide receiver Jerome Myle — the crown jewel of the 2025 recruiting class — has stunned the nation by flipping his commitment to Texas A&M, abruptly spurning blue-blood programs USC, LSU, Texas, and Georgia in the process.
Myle, a 6’3”, 195-pound speedster out of Buford High School in Georgia, had long been considered a lock for Georgia or USC. He dazzled scouts with his elite separation ability, sharp route-running, and a 4.36-second 40-yard dash time, drawing comparisons to NFL standouts like Garrett Wilson and CeeDee Lamb. Ranked as the No. 2 overall receiver in the nation by multiple recruiting services, Myle’s recruitment had been a high-profile saga, with college football fans tracking his every campus visit and Instagram story like breadcrumbs in a thriller novel.
The commitment came suddenly, and without much warning.
Just last weekend, Myle was spotted courtside at the USC Elite 11 camp in Los Angeles, laughing with Caleb Williams’ younger brother and decked out in cardinal and gold. Insiders pegged USC as the heavy favorite, with Texas trailing closely after Myle posted a photo in a Longhorns uniform with the caption: “The future?”
Then came Monday morning — and the bombshell. In a dramatic announcement livestreamed on Instagram, Myle stood between hats from LSU, Georgia, and Texas. Unexpectedly, he reached under the table, pulled out a maroon Texas A&M cap, and slid it on with a grin. “College Station… we’re coming,” he said, nodding toward his mother, who wiped away tears.
The announcement lit social media on fire. Texas A&M fans erupted with pride while rival fans and analysts alike scrambled for answers. How did A&M — a program that had been outside Myle’s top five just two months ago — pull off one of the biggest flips in modern recruiting memory?
The answer, insiders say, lies in A&M’s aggressive recruiting pivot under head coach Mike Elko and new offensive coordinator Jalen Phillips. After a disappointing 8-4 season, A&M has retooled its offense, promising Myle the opportunity to be the centerpiece of a revamped aerial attack.
Sources close to Myle’s camp revealed that Phillips flew to Atlanta twice in May, spending hours with Myle’s family outlining a vision: early playing time, NFL development, and a legacy role. It didn’t hurt that A&M’s NIL collective reportedly structured a multi-year deal worth a rumored $1.8 million — a major factor in Myle’s reconsideration.
Myle’s decision is a huge blow to USC and Texas in particular, both of whom had heavily prioritized him. Georgia fans, already frustrated with several key decommitments in recent weeks, took to message boards with frustration. LSU coach Brian Kelly reportedly made a personal visit just days before the decision — to no avail.
For Texas A&M, this commitment changes the entire complexion of their 2025 class. With Myle now headlining a top-five group that includes 4-star QB Malik Davenport and tight end Carter Sloan, A&M suddenly looks poised to compete not just in the SEC West — but on a national level.
In an era where commitments can be as fleeting as tweets, Jerome Myle’s flip is a reminder that in college football recruiting, the only constant is surprise.
And on this June day, Texas A&M just shocked the world.
