Top100 WR Jaden Upshaw commits to Texas A&M

Upshaw says he 'wants to be a part of something special' with the Aggies

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:11pm

An abstract expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the dynamic motion of a football player making a catch, with faces and logos dissolving into vibrant brushstrokes.The electric commitment of top recruit Jaden Upshaw injects new energy into the Texas A&M football program.College Station Today

Top100 receiver Jaden Upshaw, one of the top overall players in the class of 2027, has announced his commitment to play football at Texas A&M. Upshaw is ranked as the No. 72 overall player in the country, the No. 12 receiver nationally, and the No. 5 recruit in the state of Georgia.

Why it matters

Upshaw's commitment is a major win for Texas A&M and head coach Mike Elko, as the Aggies were able to land one of the most coveted prospects in the 2027 recruiting class. Upshaw's talent and production at the high school level make him a valuable addition to the Texas A&M program as they look to build a championship-caliber team.

The details

As a junior, Upshaw put up impressive numbers, catching 47 passes for 902 yards (19.2 yards per catch) and 10 touchdowns. He also recently played in the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl, where he proved to be one of the most talented and intelligent playmakers in the nation. In his commitment announcement, Upshaw cited his desire to 'be a part of something special' at Texas A&M as a key factor in his decision.

  • Upshaw announced his commitment live on the CBS Sports College Football YouTube Channel on April 15, 2026.
  • Upshaw wrapped up his senior season at the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl.

The players

Jaden Upshaw

A top100 receiver and one of the top overall players in the class of 2027, Upshaw is ranked as the No. 72 player in the country, the No. 12 receiver nationally, and the No. 5 recruit in the state of Georgia.

Mike Elko

The head coach of the Texas A&M football team, Elko and the Aggies were able to land the commitment of the highly touted Upshaw.

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What they’re saying

“I want to be a part of something special”

— Jaden Upshaw, Recruit

The takeaway

Upshaw's commitment is a major recruiting victory for Texas A&M, as they were able to land one of the top overall players in the 2027 class. His talent and production at the high school level make him a valuable addition to the Aggies' program as they look to build a championship-caliber team.