In a high-stakes recruiting battle that has the college football world on edge, five-star quarterback Jared Curtis is down to two programs: the Georgia Bulldogs and the Oregon Ducks.
Curtis, widely regarded as the No.1 quarterback in the 2026 class, initially committed to Georgia in 2023 but decommitted in late 2024 — setting off a frenzy of interest from top-tier schools. Now, with official visits lined up — Oregon on June 6 and Georgia on June 13 — all eyes are on where the 6-foot-4, 225-pound phenom will land.
Coming off a dominant junior season at Nashville Christian School, Curtis threw for 2,830 yards and 40 touchdowns, with just 3 interceptions. He also rushed for 637 yards and added 18 more touchdowns on the ground, earning him the 2023-24 Gatorade Tennessee Football Player of the Year.
Recruiting insiders say both Georgia and Oregon are making aggressive final pushes. Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and OC Mike Bobo have stayed close to Curtis despite his decommitment, while Oregon’s Dan Lanning and Will Stein are selling the Ducks’ dynamic offense and fast-rising program.
Though Curtis has stated he’ll decide after both visits, sources suggest a particularly strong impression could accelerate his commitment timeline.
Whichever way he leans, Curtis’s choice could reshape the college football power balance for years to come. Buckle up — this ride isn’t over yet.
