Earlier this month, Georgia’s quarterback room took an unexpected hit when five-star signal-caller Jared Curtis flipped his commitment to Vanderbilt. For a program that prides itself on reloading rather than rebuilding, losing a top-tier QB this late in the cycle is a tough pill to swallow. But the Bulldogs aren’t wasting any time turning the page - and they may already have their eyes locked on a new target: four-star quarterback Teddy Jarrard.
Jarrard, a Georgia native and current Notre Dame commit, just made a major move that could shake up his recruitment. Over the weekend, he reclassified from the 2027 class to the 2026 class, accelerating his timeline and putting him on track to sign his Letter of Intent in roughly a month. That reclassification alone changes the landscape - and it’s no surprise Georgia is circling back.
Let’s break this down.
Jarrard committed to Notre Dame back in July, choosing the Irish over several top programs - Georgia included. At the time, it was a bit of a surprise to see the Peach State product leave home, especially with Georgia making a strong push.
But now, the circumstances are different. Curtis is gone.
Georgia has an open seat in its 2026 quarterback class. And Jarrard, now a reclassified senior, is suddenly back on the radar.
There are two big reasons Georgia might still have a shot at flipping him.
First, geography. Jarrard is a homegrown talent, and playing close to family and friends still matters - especially when the in-state program happens to be one of the premier powerhouses in college football. If anyone is going to pull Jarrard away from South Bend, it’s Georgia.
Second, roster dynamics. Notre Dame already has a quarterback signed in their 2026 class.
Georgia, on the other hand, is starting from scratch after Curtis’ departure. That makes Athens an intriguing opportunity for a quarterback who wants a clearer path to the field.
Instead of competing with another blue-chip QB in the same class, Jarrard could walk into Georgia as the lone gunslinger in their 2026 group - a chance to be the guy from day one.
Now, this doesn’t mean a flip is imminent. Notre Dame has a strong hold on Jarrard for now, and his commitment still stands.
But Georgia has both the need and the proximity working in its favor. With the early signing period fast approaching, this recruitment could come down to the wire.
The Bulldogs have made their move. Whether Jarrard follows remains to be seen - but this is a battle worth watching.