5-Star QB Stuns College Football World with Shocking Decommitment from Mountaineers, Flips Commitment to LSU Tigers Over Powerhouses Penn State, Tennessee
In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the college football landscape, 5-star quarterback recruit Jaxon Matthews has officially decommitted from West Virginia and announced his commitment to LSU. The highly-touted signal-caller had been verbally committed to the Mountaineers for months, even serving as the cornerstone of their 2025 recruiting class. However, in a move few saw coming, Matthews flipped to the LSU Tigers—turning down offers from other major programs like Penn State and Tennessee in the process.
The Louisiana powerhouse had quietly re-entered Matthews’ recruitment in recent weeks, leveraging their deep SEC pedigree, elite quarterback development under head coach Brian Kelly, and a pipeline to the NFL. The 6-foot-4, 210-pound phenom out of Georgia cited LSU’s offensive system, recent quarterback success, and national title aspirations as key factors in his decision.
“This was one of the toughest decisions of my life,” Matthews posted on social media. “West Virginia showed me so much love, but after careful consideration with my family and coaches, I’ve decided that LSU is where I want to be.”
West Virginia fans were left reeling, as Matthews had been a vocal leader in the Mountaineers’ recruiting efforts and was seen as the program’s future under center. Penn State and Tennessee, both in heavy pursuit, are now left scrambling as they continue their search for a top-tier quarterback in the class of 2025.
With Matthews now headed to Baton Rouge, LSU adds a massive piece to an already strong recruiting class—solidifying their position as a national contender in the upcoming seasons.
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