Five‑star wide receiver Jerome Myles, a standout from Corner Canyon (Draper, Utah) and ranked No. 5 at his position by 247Sports (No. 23 overall in the 2025 class), executed a recruiting bombshell. After de‑committing from USC just three days earlier—he’d pledged on September 18—Myles announced a commitment to Texas A&M on December 4, 2024 (reuters.com).
Texas A&M’s aggressive recruitment included multiple unofficial visits: one during their season finale against Texas, and an official visit earlier in June to College Station. Myles praised A&M’s effort: “A&M has really continued to push… I enjoyed my official visit… coaches there have been staying in contact…,” reflecting his sense of being valued (reuters.com).
🧩 Recruitment Journey & Impact
Myles’s recruitment journey was marked by high drama:
- April 28: Initially committed to Ole Miss.
- July: Switched to USC after an official visit.
- December 1: De‑committed from USC.
- December 4: Officially signs with Texas A&M (reuters.com, sbnation.com).
This decision stunned powerhouse programs USC, LSU, Texas, and Georgia—schools believed to be in the final mix—making national waves.
🌟 Why A&M Won
- Persistent recruitment: A&M’s continuous outreach and game-day visits kept them in Myles’s mind (reuters.com).
- Quarterback connection: Myles’s current high school QB, Helaman Casuga, is committed to A&M, suggesting potential on-field chemistry (si.com).
- Program fit & development: A&M’s coaching—particularly under first-year head coach Mike Elko—emerged as a compelling factor, offering player development and field opportunities .
📈 Boost to A&M’s Class & Momentum
This signing wasn’t an isolated win. Just a day prior, Texas A&M flipped five-star OT Lamont Rogers from Missouri, propelling their 2025 class ranking into the national top-10 (sbnation.com). Combined, these additions showcase Elko’s strategic and impactful recruiting—putting A&M in elite company.
Team rankings reflect the success:
- 247Sports: No. 9 class with two 5-stars, 18 4-stars, and five 3-stars (youtube.com, sbnation.com).
- ESPN: Entered early signing period at No. 7 nationally .
🧭 What It Means for Myles & A&M
- For Myles: He joins a high-powered SEC system with talented QB-room, poised to make an immediate impact. At 6′ 3″, 220 lb with special size-speed, he’s expected to shine early .
- For A&M: These flips signal major momentum for Elko’s inaugural full recruiting cycle, energizing fans and signaling to future recruits that College Station is a place to join—and win—in the SEC.
- Bottom Line: The flip of Jerome Myles to Texas A&M isn’t just a recruitment win—it’s a seismic shift. It strengthens A&M’s firearm class, boosts its national standing, and places Myles in a program geared towards development and SEC rivalries. This is more than noise—it’s tangible evidence of Texas A&M’s ascendance in top-tier college football recruiting.
