Jayden Wade, a highly sought-after four-star quarterback and the top-ranked player in the 2028 recruiting class according to 247 Sports, is set to announce his college decision on November 16, 2023. Wade’s finalists include renowned programs from the Big Ten Conference and the Southeastern Conference (SEC), specifically the Oregon Ducks, Michigan Wolverines, Georgia Bulldogs, Texas Longhorns, Florida Gators, Ohio State Buckeyes, and Washington Huskies.
Playing for the prestigious IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, since the eighth grade, Wade has made a name for himself as an athletic signal-caller. He stands at 6 feet 3 inches and weighs 190 pounds. In his 23 games, he has thrown for 24 touchdowns and 1,772 passing yards, maintaining an impressive completion percentage of 63.8%. Additionally, he has rushed for five touchdowns and accumulated 501 rushing yards on 58 carries.
Coaching Insights and Recruitment Process
Wade’s head coach at IMG Academy, Greg Studrawa, who previously coached the offensive line for the Ohio State Buckeyes, has drawn comparisons between Wade and current Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud, highlighting Wade’s potential and skill set.
In a recent conversation with Chad Simmons from Rivals, Wade shared insights into what he seeks in his future college program. The California native, who turns 19 in the fall of his senior season, is ahead of the curve in his recruitment process. Although he has not taken any official visits yet, he attended Oregon’s spring game and summer camp in Eugene.
Predictions from Rivals suggest that Wade is leaning towards the Georgia Bulldogs, coached by Kirby Smart. Nonetheless, there remains ample time for other programs to influence his decision before he officially commits.
Other Quarterback Offers and Future Prospects
The Oregon Ducks are currently without any commitments in the Class of 2028, but they have extended scholarship offers to eight other quarterbacks nationally. These include:
– Four-star Neimann Lawrence from Northwestern in Miami, Florida
– Four-star Donald Tabron II from Case Technical in Detroit, Michigan
– Three-star AJ Tuivaiave from Graham-Kapowsin in Graham, Washington
– Three-star Ayden Edwards from Tustin in Tustin, California
– Three-star Ace Amina from Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas, Nevada
– Three-star Jamar Howard from Clovis West in Fresno, California
– Three-star Graham Simpson from Westview in Martin, Tennessee
– Unranked Grayson Clary from Rabun Gap-Nacoochee in Rabun Gap, Georgia
In the Class of 2027, the Ducks have offered scholarships to 11 quarterbacks, but none have yet committed. Meanwhile, the 2026 recruiting class includes four-star quarterback Bryson Beaver from Vista Murrieta in Murrieta, California, who recently committed to Oregon after switching from the Boise State Broncos.
As the recruitment landscape evolves, all eyes will be on Jayden Wade’s announcement, which is expected to significantly impact the trajectory of the recruiting classes for 2028 and beyond.
