Four-star quarterback Brodie McWhorter has officially committed to Mississippi State, choosing the Bulldogs over Indiana and Colorado [A](https://www.on3.com/news/2026-qb-brodie-mcwhorter-commits-to-mississippi-state/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL25ld3NcLzIwMjYtcWItYnJvZGllLW1jd2hvcnRlci1jb21taXRzLXRvLW1pc3Npc3NpcHBpLXN0YXRlXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His decision marks a significant win for head coach Jeff Lebby, who has been actively building the program’s future.
### A Highly Sought-After Prospect
McWhorter, a standout from Kingston, Georgia, had nearly 30 offers from programs across the country [B](https://www.on3.com/teams/mississippi-state-bulldogs/news/brodie-mcwhorter-commits-mississippi-state-football/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9taXNzaXNzaXBwaS1zdGF0ZS1idWxsZG9nc1wvbmV3c1wvYnJvZGllLW1jd2hvcnRlci1jb21taXRzLW1pc3Npc3NpcHBpLXN0YXRlLWZvb3RiYWxsXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). Initially committed to West Virginia, he later reopened his recruitment, drawing interest from schools like Auburn, Ohio State, Florida State, and North Carolina [B](https://www.on3.com/teams/mississippi-state-bulldogs/news/brodie-mcwhorter-commits-mississippi-state-football/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9taXNzaXNzaXBwaS1zdGF0ZS1idWxsZG9nc1wvbmV3c1wvYnJvZGllLW1jd2hvcnRlci1jb21taXRzLW1pc3Npc3NpcHBpLXN0YXRlLWZvb3RiYWxsXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). Ultimately, Mississippi State’s coaching staff and offensive system convinced him to make Starkville his future home.
### The Lebby Effect
Lebby’s offensive-minded approach played a crucial role in McWhorter’s commitment. The quarterback praised the coaching staff’s preparation and development plan, stating that Mississippi State checked all the boxes for him [C](https://sports.yahoo.com/article/mississippi-state-lands-commitment-four-164118425.html?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3BvcnRzLnlhaG9vLmNvbVwvYXJ0aWNsZVwvbWlzc2lzc2lwcGktc3RhdGUtbGFuZHMtY29tbWl0bWVudC1mb3VyLTE2NDExODQyNS5odG1sIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His relationship with Lebby and the team’s culture made the Bulldogs the ideal fit.
### A Strong Addition to Mississippi State’s 2026 Class
McWhorter is ranked as the No. 41 quarterback in the 2026 cycle and the No. 71 player in Georgia [A](https://www.on3.com/news/2026-qb-brodie-mcwhorter-commits-to-mississippi-state/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL25ld3NcLzIwMjYtcWItYnJvZGllLW1jd2hvcnRlci1jb21taXRzLXRvLW1pc3Npc3NpcHBpLXN0YXRlXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). Rivals.com rates him even higher, listing him as the No. 15 quarterback nationally [B](https://www.on3.com/teams/mississippi-state-bulldogs/news/brodie-mcwhorter-commits-mississippi-state-football/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9taXNzaXNzaXBwaS1zdGF0ZS1idWxsZG9nc1wvbmV3c1wvYnJvZGllLW1jd2hvcnRlci1jb21taXRzLW1pc3Npc3NpcHBpLXN0YXRlLWZvb3RiYWxsXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His commitment strengthens Mississippi State’s recruiting class, which already includes key offensive pieces like offensive lineman Emanuel Tucker and running back Jaeden Hill [B](https://www.on3.com/teams/mississippi-state-bulldogs/news/brodie-mcwhorter-commits-mississippi-state-football/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lm9uMy5jb21cL3RlYW1zXC9taXNzaXNzaXBwaS1zdGF0ZS1idWxsZG9nc1wvbmV3c1wvYnJvZGllLW1jd2hvcnRlci1jb21taXRzLW1pc3Npc3NpcHBpLXN0YXRlLWZvb3RiYWxsXC8ifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### Looking Ahead
McWhorter has been a frequent visitor to Starkville, with multiple trips this year and an official visit scheduled for June [C](https://sports.yahoo.com/article/mississippi-state-lands-commitment-four-164118425.html?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJmY0x5N2tuZHBHSzFzTEtIRk44MWEiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiSHFZV0F4Tm42N251NTlrS0tLeWVqIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvc3BvcnRzLnlhaG9vLmNvbVwvYXJ0aWNsZVwvbWlzc2lzc2lwcGktc3RhdGUtbGFuZHMtY29tbWl0bWVudC1mb3VyLTE2NDExODQyNS5odG1sIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His commitment provides stability for Mississippi State’s future quarterback room, ensuring the Bulldogs have a talented signal-caller to lead their offense in the coming years.
With McWhorter now locked in, Mississippi State continues to build momentum in its 2026 recruiting class. His talent, leadership, and fit within Lebby’s system make him a crucial piece for the Bulldogs moving forward. Fans eagerly await his arrival and the impact he will have on the program.
