🚨 BREAKING: 5-Star WR Shocks Ohio State with Decommitment, Flips to Tennessee Over Alabama and Georgia
In a seismic recruiting development, the college football landscape was rocked today as 5-star wide receiver Malik Reynolds announced his decommitment from Ohio State — and his stunning decision to commit to the Tennessee Volunteers over powerhouses Alabama and Georgia.
The announcement came via a surprise livestream on Reynolds’ Instagram, where he proudly donned the iconic orange and white, declaring, “Rocky Top is home. I want to build something legendary in Knoxville.”
Reynolds, rated as the No. 1 wide receiver in the 2025 class, had long been considered a lock for the Buckeyes, having verbally committed nearly a year ago. However, in recent months, sources close to his recruitment noted increasing interest from Tennessee, with head coach Josh Heupel and offensive coordinator Joey Halzle making consistent personal visits and laying out a compelling vision for Reynolds to become the face of a revitalized offense.
The decision is a massive win for the Vols, who now land their most high-profile receiver commitment in over a decade. Reynolds brings elite speed, crisp route-running, and a high football IQ — a perfect fit for Heupel’s up-tempo, explosive system.
Recruiting insiders say this flip could have ripple effects: “When a player of Malik’s caliber flips from Ohio State to Tennessee, every other recruit pays attention. This could be a domino.”
Reynolds’ commitment is another signal that Tennessee is not just back — it’s rising. And with one of the nation’s top receivers now headed to Knoxville, the message is clear: The Volunteers mean business.
