BREAKING: Alabama football’s highly rated QB target confirms commitment
The recruiting trail for the Class of 2026 is heating up, and four-star quarterback Jonas Williams has an end date in sight. The Illinois signal-caller has narrowed his college choice to four top-tier programs: Alabama, Oregon, Ohio State, and LSU. According to on3.com’s Hayes Fawcett, Williams will announce his commitment on August 3rd, this coming Saturday.
“Four-Star QB Jonas Williams will announce his Commitment on August 3rd, he tells me for @on3recruits,” reported Fawcett via X, formerly Twitter.
Williams’ final four include two Big Ten schools, Ohio State and Oregon, with Alabama and LSU representing the SEC. Per On3, Williams is considered the No. 7 overall quarterback, earning his four-star rating while delivering standout performances for his high school, Lincoln-Way East in Frankfort Heights, IL.
NEWS: Four-Star QB Jonas Williams will announce his Commitment on August 3rd, he tells me for @on3recruits
The 6’3 205 QB from Frankfort Heights, IL is ranked as the No. 7 QB in 2026 (per On3)
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— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) July 31, 2024
Oregon football, Alabama football lead way for Jonas Williams’ commitment
One of the most well-known mantras in football is that quarterback is the most important position on the field. Without a bonafide starter who can elevate the team, it’s tough to compete for championships. Jonas Williams is a quarterback you can build an offense around, as evidenced by the 27 offers he currently has, including his top four.
The Alabama football program has no shortage of stars, with quarterback Jalen Milroe leading this year’s team. Heading into coach Kalen DeBoer’s first season, the Crimson Tide aims to make a run to the College Football Playoff and compete for the program’s 19th national title.
Meanwhile, Oregon football is a leading finalist for Williams’ signature. According to On3.com, they are the likely recipients, with a 96.7 percent chance of landing the quarterback. If true, Williams could join a quarterback room led by Dante Moore, who just transferred to Eugene after his freshman season at UCLA.