5-star QB Elijah Haven narrows decision to Georgia and Alabama

The nation's top 2027 quarterback prospect will announce his commitment on April 25.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:03am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic action of a football game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of crimson, navy, and green representing the competing teams and players.The high-stakes recruiting battle between two college football powerhouses for a coveted five-star quarterback prospect.Athens Today

Five-star quarterback Elijah Haven, the No. 1 QB in the 2027 recruiting class and the No. 2 overall player in the country, has narrowed his decision down to Georgia and Alabama. Haven previously had Alabama, Georgia, and Auburn as his three finalists, but has now cut Auburn from consideration. He will announce his commitment on April 25.

Why it matters

Landing Haven would be a major recruiting victory for whichever school he chooses, as he is considered one of the top quarterback prospects in the country. While Georgia is considered the underdog, securing his commitment would give them a huge boost in their quest to maintain their status as an elite program.

The details

Haven, a 6'5" 215-pound quarterback from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, had a record-breaking 2025 season, throwing for 4,714 yards and 73 touchdowns. He is the No. 1 quarterback and No. 2 overall player in the 2027 Rivals recruiting rankings. Georgia and Alabama have been the frontrunners for his commitment for some time, and he will now choose between the two powerhouse programs.

  • Haven will announce his college commitment on April 25, 2026.

The players

Elijah Haven

A five-star quarterback from Baton Rouge, Louisiana who is the No. 1 QB and No. 2 overall player in the 2027 recruiting class.

Georgia Bulldogs

The University of Georgia football program, which is one of the finalists for Haven's commitment.

Alabama Crimson Tide

The University of Alabama football program, which is the other finalist for Haven's commitment.

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What they’re saying

“Five-Star QB Elijah Haven will choose between Alabama and Georgia on April 25th, he tells me for @Rivals. The 6'5 215 QB totaled 4,714 yards and 73 TDs this season (Louisiana state record).”

— Hayes Fawcett, Recruiting Analyst

What’s next

Haven will announce his college commitment on April 25, 2026, choosing between the Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide.

The takeaway

Elijah Haven's decision between Georgia and Alabama will be a major recruiting battle between two of the top college football programs in the country. Whichever school lands the elite quarterback prospect will get a significant boost to their future outlook.