The recruitment battle for Jared Curtis, one of the nation’s most sought-after football prospects in the Class of 2026, is intensifying.
Curtis, a five-star quarterback from Nashville Christian School in Tennessee, has narrowed down his college choices to six finalists.
The No. 1 ranked quarterback in the 2026 class revealed his decision is down to Georgia, Alabama, Ohio State, South Carolina, Oregon, and Auburn.
Standing at 6-foot-3.5 and weighing 225 pounds, Curtis has already built an impressive resume.
In 2024, he led the Eagles to a 10-2 record and the Division II-A state championship, showcasing both his leadership and exceptional skill set.
His junior-year performance was nothing short of stellar: Curtis completed 70.2% of his passes, amassing 2,830 yards and 40 touchdowns while throwing only three interceptions.
On the ground, he added 637 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns, cementing his reputation as a dual-threat quarterback.
These achievements earned him the Class A 2024 Tennessee Mr. Football award.
Curtis was previously committed to Georgia but reopened his recruitment after decommitting from the Bulldogs in October.
Georgia remains in contention, joined by the other five schools on his final list.
The quarterback situations at each of the six programs present opportunities for Curtis, especially in an era marked by the transfer portal and NIL dynamics.
At Georgia, the quarterback depth chart is in flux following the departure of two-year starter Carson Beck.
Similarly, Alabama, Oregon, Ohio State, and Auburn will likely be breaking in new starters by the 2025 season.
For a player of Curtis’ caliber, these open competitions could provide an immediate path to playing time.
The rising star has time on his side, with the ability to observe how quarterback battles unfold at his prospective schools before making a final decision.
At the end of the day, where do you think Curtis will end up???
