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Vanderbilt Lands Top QB Prospect Jared Curtis
30 Apr
Summary
- Jared Curtis, ESPN's No. 1 pocket passer, committed to Vanderbilt.
- Curtis flipped from Georgia, becoming Vanderbilt's highest-ranked recruit.
- Diego Pavia and comedians helped recruit Curtis to Vanderbilt.

Vanderbilt has landed a significant recruit in five-star quarterback Jared Curtis, who committed to the program on December 2. Curtis, ranked as ESPN's No. 1 pocket passer in the Class of 2026, flipped his commitment from Georgia, making him the highest-ranked player ever to commit to Vanderbilt.
His arrival is seen as a testament to the program's recent ascent under coach Clark Lea. Curtis was reportedly influenced by former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and comedians Theo Von and Nate Bargatze, who helped persuade him to consider the Commodores.
Curtis is now competing for the starting quarterback position among four candidates, with the season opener scheduled for September 5 against Austin Peay. Coach Lea has praised Curtis's physical traits and instincts but noted that his processing of the game will be key.
Curtis's decision to commit to Vanderbilt highlights the program's improved standing in the competitive SEC recruiting landscape.