It appears the “Nation’s No. 1 recruit” in question is Deuce Knight, a 5‑star quarterback who initially committed to Notre Dame but massively flipped to Auburn this past December—over high-profile contenders like Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and more—which sent shockwaves through the college football recruiting world .
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🏈 Who Is Deuce Knight?
Position & Class: Quarterback, Auburn’s 2025 class, 6′4″, 213 lbs
Background: Star QB from George County High School, Mississippi. As a senior, threw for over 2,000 yards and 24 TDs, despite missing games; also rushed for 450+ yards
Recruiting Rank: Rated a true 5‑star, top‑30 player nationwide, and 6th ranked QB in class
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🎯 The Flipped Commitment
Originally pledged to Notre Dame, Knight later flipped to Auburn in December 2024
Auburn beat out major SEC programs — including Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and local rival Ole Miss — to land him
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📈 What This Means for Auburn
Huge national recruiting statement: Securing a top‑rated QB over elite SEC competition signals serious momentum for Hugh Freeze’s program
Depth Chart Impact: Knight will compete for the starting job alongside Ashton Daniels and Jackson Arnold
Recruiting ripple effect: Landing a 5-star quarterback can boost Auburn’s appeal to other top recruits this cycle
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🔍 Final Take
Why shocking? Pulling a 5‑star QB from elite schools like Alabama and Tennessee straight into the SEC is rare—and positions Auburn as a rising force in recruiting
What to watch: How Knight performs during spring practices, and whether his recruitment might attract other high-end talents to Auburn
