Tennessee Volunteers Quarterback Recruit Ty Snell Shocks Recruiting World With Unexpected Transfer to Oregon
In a stunning twist that’s sending shockwaves through the college football recruiting world, Tennessee Volunteers quarterback recruit Ty Snell has officially announced his transfer to the University of Oregon, catching both fans and insiders completely off guard.
Snell, a highly-touted four-star prospect out of Texas, had been one of the centerpiece additions in Tennessee’s 2025 recruiting class. His commitment to the Vols was seen as a major win for head coach Josh Heupel and a signal of Tennessee’s continued rise as an SEC powerhouse. But late last night, Snell dropped a bombshell on social media: he’s flipping his commitment and will enroll at Oregon.
The Ducks had been in the mix early in Snell’s recruitment but appeared to have fallen behind Tennessee and Oklahoma. However, according to sources close to the situation, Oregon’s recent offensive coordinator hire and a promise of early playing time reignited interest—and ultimately closed the deal.
Tennessee fans were blindsided. Snell had visited Knoxville multiple times, spoke glowingly about the program, and had even begun recruiting other players to join him. The sudden change of heart has sparked both speculation and frustration within the Volunteer community.
For Oregon, this is a massive win. Landing a dual-threat quarterback with Snell’s arm talent, field vision, and mobility adds even more firepower to a program known for offensive innovation.
This move also raises big questions for Tennessee’s quarterback depth chart moving forward. Will the Vols seek another QB in the portal or re-engage with unsigned 2025 prospects?
No matter how it plays out, Ty Snell’s flip to Oregon is one of the most dramatic recruiting surprises of the year—and it may just reshape the quarterback landscape for both programs in the seasons to come.
