BREAKING: 5-Star QB Julian Lewis Shocks College Football by Spurning $7.3 Million NIL Deal, Decommitting from Colorado, and Choosing Nebraska
In a stunning turn of events that has college football fans and recruiters buzzing, 5-star quarterback Julian Lewis has officially decommitted from the University of Colorado and committed to the Nebraska Cornhuskers—despite reportedly turning down a jaw-dropping $7.3 million NIL deal.
Lewis, ranked among the top quarterback prospects in the nation, had long been considered a major coup for Coach Deion Sanders’ Colorado program. His decision to back out of that commitment marks a seismic shift in the college football landscape. Even more shocking is his reasoning—not for money, fame, or endorsements, but for fit, legacy, and football culture.
In a brief statement shared on his social media and echoed by recruiting insiders, Lewis said, “It was never about the money. It’s about the right system, the right people, and the right legacy I want to build. Nebraska made me feel like family—and that means more to me than a price tag.”
Sources close to the recruitment say Nebraska’s emphasis on tradition, a strong offensive line, and head coach Matt Rhule’s long-term vision for the program played key roles in the decision.
This is a massive win for Nebraska, which hasn’t seen a quarterback of Lewis’ caliber in years. Fans are already buzzing with optimism that this could mark the start of a major turnaround for the program.
For Colorado, it’s a tough blow to a recruiting class that had national eyes. But for Lewis, it’s a move that sends a powerful message: some players still choose legacy and loyalty over the checkbook.
College football just got a whole lot more interesting—and Julian Lewis may have just changed the game.
