A 2026 Boise State commit is offered a position in Georgia.

Boise State Class of 2026 Commit Receives Georgia Offer

Boise State’s 2026 recruiting class just took an unexpected turn after one of their early commits received a scholarship offer from national powerhouse Georgia. The offer has sent ripples through recruiting circles and raised questions about whether the Broncos can hold onto one of their most promising future players.

Three-star wide receiver Jaylen Cross, who committed to Boise State back in February, announced on social media that he had received an offer from the University of Georgia on Monday night. The post quickly gained traction as fans from both programs weighed in on what this could mean for Cross’s recruitment.

“Blessed to receive an offer from the University of Georgia! #GoDawgs,” Cross posted on X (formerly Twitter), along with a photo of himself in a Georgia uniform during a recent unofficial visit.

Cross, a 6-foot-2, 185-pound receiver from Dallas, Texas, has been under the radar nationally, but his junior season turned heads across the country. He finished the 2024 season with 1,122 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns, showing off elite speed, reliable hands, and an ability to create separation. Boise State identified him early and secured his commitment during a junior day visit. But now that Georgia is involved, his recruiting profile is taking a massive leap.

Georgia Enters the Chat

For Georgia to extend an offer to a Group of Five commit this early in the 2026 cycle says plenty about how the Bulldogs view Cross’s upside. According to a source close to the Georgia staff, wide receivers coach James Coley has been evaluating Cross for months and personally pushed for the offer after reviewing his latest film.

“Coach Coley told me he loved how I play the game—my burst off the line, my route running, and my mindset,” Cross told reporters. “He said I could be a difference-maker in the SEC.”

Georgia currently holds the No. 3-ranked class in the 2026 cycle according to 247Sports, and they are known for their selectivity when it comes to wide receiver targets. That makes their offer to Cross all the more meaningful.

“He’s not just some late-rising prospect anymore,” one Power Five recruiting analyst said. “When Georgia offers you this early, it usually means you’re going to blow up soon.”

Boise State’s Battle to Hold On

While Cross remains verbally committed to Boise State, his recruitment has clearly entered a new phase. The Broncos are now tasked with keeping one of their most promising recruits in the face of stiff SEC competition.

Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson has built a reputation for finding hidden gems and developing NFL-caliber talent in the Mountain West, but this situation may be one of his biggest challenges yet on the recruiting trail.

“Coach Danielson has been amazing,” Cross said. “He was the first big-time coach to really believe in me. That still means a lot.”

Boise State fans are hoping that loyalty and early trust will be enough to keep Cross committed. But insiders suggest Georgia is pushing hard to get him on campus again for a summer visit, and several other SEC schools are now reevaluating his film following the Bulldogs’ offer.

“It’s all happening really fast,” Cross admitted. “I’m still committed to Boise, but I also owe it to myself to explore every opportunity.”

More Offers Incoming?

It’s rare for a Boise State commit to receive a Georgia offer this early, but it’s not without precedent. Programs like Alabama, Texas, and Oregon have also flipped Group of Five pledges in recent cycles when a late evaluation revealed high upside. Cross fits that mold perfectly—an under-the-radar athlete who broke out as a junior and is continuing to grow both physically and technically.

With Georgia’s offer now public, don’t be surprised if more Power Five schools jump into the mix. Oklahoma State and Texas Tech have reportedly begun reaching out, and USC’s receivers coach was spotted at Cross’s high school last week.

“I’m just trying to stay focused on getting better,” Cross said. “All the attention is cool, but at the end of the day, I’ve got to keep putting in the work.”

What Georgia Sees in Cross

Georgia’s wide receiver room is undergoing a transformation. After several years of solid, if unspectacular, receiver play, the Bulldogs are prioritizing explosive playmakers in their recruiting classes. They’ve already landed five-star wideout Malachi Simmons for 2025 and are targeting high-upside athletes for 2026.

Cross fits their new model: long, athletic, smooth in and out of breaks, and competitive after the catch. Georgia believes he can develop into a dangerous weapon with the right coaching and strength program.

“He’s raw but has tools you can’t teach,” said a Georgia assistant. “We think his best football is still ahead of him.”

A Defining Summer Ahead

With official visit season just around the corner, Cross’s decision-making process will become more complicated. He plans to attend Boise State’s summer camp in June but is also considering unofficial visits to Georgia and possibly Oklahoma.

For now, he remains a Boise State commit. But the pressure is mounting, and the offers are piling up. Whether the Broncos can weather the storm will likely come down to relationships, loyalty, and the appeal of early playing time in the Mountain West.