BREAKING: Georgia Five-Star Commit WR Zachariah Branch Shocks Bulldogs With Decommits Flips Commitment to Penn State… See More Details 👇👇👇

BREAKING: Georgia Five-Star Commit WR Zachariah Branch Shocks Bulldogs, Flips Commitment to Penn State

In a stunning development on the college football recruiting trail, five-star wide receiver Zachariah Branch has officially decommitted from the University of Georgia and announced his commitment to Penn State, sending shockwaves through the college football world.

Branch, widely considered one of the top receivers in the Class of 2025, made the announcement via social media on Saturday afternoon. The move comes as a surprise to many, as Branch had been a vocal supporter of Georgia’s program and had committed to the Bulldogs in late 2024. His decommitment marks a significant blow to Kirby Smart’s 2025 recruiting class, which had been ranked among the top in the nation.

“After much thought and prayer, I have decided to decommit from the University of Georgia,” Branch wrote in a post. “I want to thank Coach Smart and the entire Georgia staff for believing in me. This was not an easy decision, but I have to do what’s best for my future and my family. With that said, I’m excited to announce that I’m 100% committed to Penn State University.”

The 6-foot, 185-pound receiver out of Bishop Gorman High School (Las Vegas, NV) is known for his electric speed, crisp route-running, and ability to make plays in space. He is currently ranked as the No. 2 wide receiver and No. 7 overall player in the nation, according to 247Sports Composite rankings.

Sources close to the situation suggest that Branch had been quietly communicating with Penn State’s coaching staff for several weeks. Wide receivers coach Marques Hagans and head coach James Franklin reportedly played a pivotal role in flipping Branch’s commitment. The Nittany Lions, who have placed a renewed focus on explosive offensive talent in recent years, now add a game-changing receiver to their future lineup.

Branch’s commitment instantly elevates Penn State’s 2025 class into the top 10 nationally. He joins a promising group of offensive playmakers, and his arrival signals the program’s continued ambition to compete at the highest level in the Big Ten and nationally in the College Football Playoff race.

Georgia, meanwhile, will need to regroup after the loss. The Bulldogs still boast an elite class, but Branch was considered a cornerstone of their future offense. Recruiting analysts speculate that Georgia could pivot toward other top receiver targets, including Ryan Williams and Cam Coleman, in hopes of filling the void.

This dramatic recruiting flip highlights the ever-changing and competitive landscape of college football recruiting, where relationships, opportunities, and vision often play a more decisive role than early commitments. With National Signing Day still months away, more twists and turns are expected.

Stay tuned as more details emerge and reactions roll in from Athens to Happy Valley.