Every college football fan is well aware that five-star quarterback Jared Curtis officially committed to Georgia on Monday.
Securing the nation’s top quarterback is already a huge offseason win for the Bulldogs, but what made the moment even more memorable were a few heartfelt and unexpected behind-the-scenes moments.
Here are three standout moments that reveal more about who Jared Curtis is—and why this commitment was truly one of a kind:
1. How He Told His Family
Curtis chose a simple yet meaningful way to share his decision with his loved ones. The night before his public commitment, he texted his family group chat: “Wear Georgia gear tomorrow.” But he had something special planned—before sending the message, he asked his dad to secretly film his mom’s reaction. While the video will likely remain private, it’s a cherished memory the Curtis family will hold onto forever.
2. The Prank on Kirby Smart
Curtis didn’t just break the news to Georgia head coach Kirby Smart—he had a little fun with it. When he called Smart to inform him of his choice, he jokingly led with a fake commitment to Oregon. The gag only lasted a few seconds, but it surely gave Smart a brief heart-stopping moment. Fortunately, it ended in celebration, and it’s probably one of the rare times Smart didn’t mind being the target of a prank.
3. A Lightning-Fast Commitment
If you blinked, you might’ve missed it. Curtis’s commitment announcement on Monday was set for 5:30 p.m., but unlike most recruits who take their time building suspense, he got straight to the point. Within 20 seconds of re
ceiving the mic, he declared his decision—possibly making it one of the quickest five-star commitments ever. While no official stat tracks this, it was refreshingly swift and confident.
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