Gridiron Earthquake: Five-Star QB Jaxon Whitmore Rejects $7.5M NIL Deal, Stuns Nation by Flipping from Tennessee to Nebraska Over Powerhouses Notre Dame and Georgia…
In a move shaking the college football world, five-star quarterback Jaxon Whitmore has stunned fans and analysts alike by flipping his commitment from Tennessee to Nebraska — turning down a reported $7.5 million NIL package in the process. Whitmore, the No. 2 quarterback in the 2025 class, had been heavily courted by blue-blood programs including Notre Dame and Georgia, but made a surprise announcement on social media Wednesday night.
“Some decisions are about more than money,” Whitmore wrote, citing his connection with head coach Matt Rhule and a desire to “build something special” in Lincoln. The California native had long been expected to choose a traditional powerhouse, especially after initial reports tied him to Tennessee’s lucrative NIL offer.
Instead, Whitmore’s commitment to Nebraska marks one of the boldest moves of the NIL era — a throwback to decisions driven by legacy, fit, and vision. Rhule, known for his NFL background and player development, now secures his quarterback of the future and a potential cornerstone for a program on the rise.
Whitmore’s flip not only redefines Nebraska’s trajectory but also reignites debate over the role of NIL in college football recruiting.
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