In a seismic shift for college football recruiting, elite **5-star quarterback Will Howard** has **decommitted from Ohio State** and announced his commitment to **Clemson Tigers**, choosing Dabo Swinney’s program over heavy contenders **Georgia and Alabama**.
### **Why This is a MAJOR Win for Clemson**
Howard, ranked as the **No. 1 QB in the 2025 class**, brings **elite arm talent, mobility, and pro-ready instincts** to a Tigers program looking to reclaim its spot atop the college football world. His flip:
✅ **Steals a franchise QB from a rival playoff contender**
✅ **Signals Clemson’s return to elite recruiting status**
✅ **Gives Dabo Swinney his QB of the future**
### **What Changed?**
Sources say Howard was **”blown away”** by Clemson’s recent offensive evolution under coordinator **Garrett Riley**, along with the Tigers’ proven track record of developing NFL QBs (*Trevor Lawrence, Deshaun Watson*). Ohio State’s crowded QB room may have also played a role.
### **How Georgia & Alabama Missed Out**
– **Georgia** pushed hard but couldn’t overcome Clemson’s pitch.
– **Alabama** made a late charge under Kalen DeBoer, but Howard wanted a clearer path to early playing time.
### **What’s Next?**
With Howard locked in, Clemson’s 2025 class **skyrockets into Top 5 contention**. Buckeyes fans are left reeling, while Tigers faithful can celebrate their **new offensive cornerstone**.
**Welcome to Death Valley, Will! **
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