5-Star QB Stuns College Football World with Shocking Decommitment from Wake Forest, Flips to Indiana Hoosiers Over Powerhouses
5-Star QB Stuns College Football World with Shocking Decommitment from Wake Forest, Flips to Indiana Hoosiers Over Powerhouses
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – April 24, 2025 — In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football landscape, 5-star quarterback Jalen Montgomery has officially decommitted from Wake Forest and announced his new commitment to the Indiana Hoosiers, stunning fans and analysts alike.
Montgomery, considered one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2025 class, had long been a strong verbal commit to Wake Forest. His decision comes after months of speculation and heavy recruiting interest from national powerhouses including Penn State, Tennessee, and Texas A&M. Few expected the talented dual-threat QB to land in Bloomington.
“I had to follow my heart and go where I felt the most wanted and where I saw the best fit for my future,” Montgomery said in a statement posted to social media. “Indiana gave me that feeling — the vision, the trust, and the belief in what we can build together.”
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, who took over the program just last year, has been aggressive on the recruiting trail, and Montgomery marks the most high-profile commit of his tenure. His addition is being hailed as a potentially program-altering move for the Hoosiers, who are looking to rise in the Big Ten ranks.
Recruiting analysts cite Indiana’s strong pitch, opportunity for immediate playing time, and Montgomery’s desire to lead a program as key factors in the flip.
“Montgomery choosing Indiana over established programs like Penn State and Tennessee speaks volumes,” said 247Sports analyst Josh Newberg. “This is a statement that Indiana is serious about competing at the next level.”
Wake Forest, meanwhile, is left scrambling to find a replacement late in the recruiting cycle. The Demon Deacons had built much of their 2025 class around Montgomery.
With this flip, Indiana’s 2025 recruiting class vaults into the national spotlight and positions the Hoosiers as a potential sleeper in the upcoming seasons.
Stay tuned for more updates as reactions pour in from across the college football world.
