Surprise Commitment: The Nation’s No. 3 Quarterback, Nicko Jandreau, and His Twin Brother, Five-Star Linebacker Beau Jandreau, Flip to the Oklahoma Sooners at Midnight — Calling Oklahoma “the Only Choice That Felt Like Home.”

Surprise Commitment: The Nation’s No. 3 Quarterback, Nicko Jandreau, and His Twin Brother, Five-Star Linebacker Beau Jandreau, Flip to the Oklahoma Sooners at Midnight — Calling Oklahoma “the Only Choice That Felt Like Home.”

 

In a stunning late-night development that sent shockwaves through the college football world, twin brothers Nicko and Beau Jandreau — two of the most sought-after recruits in the 2026 class — have officially flipped their commitments to the Oklahoma Sooners. The announcement came just after midnight, with both brothers posting matching commitment graphics captioned: “Home isn’t a place — it’s Oklahoma.”

 

Nicko Jandreau, ranked as the nation’s No. 3 quarterback and a five-star prospect from California, had been verbally committed to Oregon for several months. His twin brother, Beau Jandreau, a five-star linebacker widely regarded as one of the most physically dominant defensive players in the country, was previously pledged to Alabama. Their simultaneous flip marks one of the most dramatic recruiting moments of the year — and a massive win for Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables and offensive coordinator Seth Littrell.

 

“This wasn’t about hype or headlines,” Nicko said in an interview after the announcement. “It was about finding the right culture, the right coaches, and the right family. From the moment we stepped on campus, Oklahoma just felt different. It felt like home.”

 

Beau echoed his brother’s sentiments, emphasizing the program’s defensive identity and family atmosphere. “Coach Venables has built something special here. The intensity, the accountability, the brotherhood — that’s what I want to be part of,” Beau said. “We’re not just coming to play football. We’re coming to win championships.”

 

For the Sooners, this double commitment represents a potential cornerstone for the program’s SEC future. Nicko Jandreau brings elite arm talent, exceptional field vision, and mobility that make him one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in his class. Meanwhile, Beau’s instincts, strength, and sideline-to-sideline speed have drawn comparisons to former Sooner greats like Kenneth Murray.

 

Oklahoma’s 2026 recruiting class, already ranked among the nation’s best, could now surge into the top three nationally. Recruiting analysts have praised the Sooners’ persistence and family-first approach, crediting Venables’ staff for building trust over time rather than chasing short-term wins.

 

“This is the kind of move that changes the direction of a program,” said 247Sports analyst Chris Singletary. “Landing both Jandreau twins — one an elite quarterback and the other a defensive enforcer — gives Oklahoma balance, star power, and leadership on both sides of the ball.”

 

Fans flooded social media shortly after the midnight announcement, celebrating the commitment with hashtags like #BoomerTwins and #JandreauEra. The excitement around Norman is palpable, as the Sooners continue to position themselves as a national powerhouse heading into the SEC.

 

For Nicko and Beau, though, it’s not about headlines or hype — it’s about belonging. “We’ve been side by side our whole lives,” Nicko said. “Now we get to chase our dreams together — in crimson and cream.”

 

With the Jandreau twins on board, Oklahoma’s future just got a whole lot brighte

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