𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩: 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣’𝙨 𝙉𝙤. 3 𝙌𝘽 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙧-𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙞 𝙈𝙤𝙖 𝙁𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙑𝙤𝙡𝙨 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙗𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 — 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙚 “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙊𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙁𝙚𝙡𝙩 𝙇𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚”

𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩: 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣’𝙨 𝙉𝙤. 3 𝙌𝘽 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙧-𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙞 𝙈𝙤𝙖 𝙁𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙑𝙤𝙡𝙨 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙗𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 — 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨 𝙏𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙚 “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙊𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙁𝙚𝙡𝙩 𝙇𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚”

 

In one of the most surprising late-night developments of the recruiting cycle, the nation’s No. 3 quarterback and four-star talent Salesi Moa announced his flip to the Tennessee Volunteers football program just after midnight. The decision sent shockwaves through the college football community, marking yet another major recruiting win for head coach Josh Heupel and his staff.

 

BREAKING: Four-Star Athlete Salesi Moa Commits to Tennessee Volunteers, Choosing the Vols Over Utah, Michigan, and Washington.

 

Moa, a dynamic dual-threat quarterback from Honolulu, Hawaii, had been previously committed to Oregon, where he was expected to compete for an early starting role. However, in a sudden twist, the 6-foot-3, 210-pound playmaker took to social media to announce his change of heart, sharing a simple but powerful message: “Tennessee just felt like home. This is where I belong.”

 

The Vols have been relentless on the recruiting trail, and Moa’s flip reinforces the program’s growing national reputation for developing elite quarterbacks. Under Heupel’s offensive system, Tennessee has become a magnet for top-tier signal-callers who thrive in high-tempo, explosive passing schemes. Moa’s commitment fits that mold perfectly — a gifted athlete with a big arm, sharp decision-making, and the ability to make plays on the move.

 

Recruiting insiders say Tennessee’s persistence played a major role in turning Moa’s head. Quarterbacks coach Joey Halzle reportedly maintained steady communication throughout the season, emphasizing the Vols’ family atmosphere and their commitment to player development both on and off the field.

 

“Moa was impressed by how genuine Tennessee’s coaching staff was,” said recruiting analyst Tom Luginbill. “They didn’t just sell him on stats or facilities. They showed him how he could lead their offense, grow as a person, and be part of something special in Knoxville.”

 

For Tennessee fans, this commitment signals yet another step toward national prominence. Moa joins a loaded 2026 recruiting class that already includes five-star wide receiver Tristen Keys and four-star offensive tackle Kamari Blair, forming the nucleus of what could be one of the most explosive offensive units in the SEC in the coming years.

 

Moa’s skill set adds versatility and depth to Tennessee’s quarterback room. Known for his calm demeanor and clutch performances, he threw for over 3,200 yards and 28 touchdowns last season, while adding 600 rushing yards and nine rushing scores. His blend of arm strength and mobility makes him an ideal fit for Heupel’s aggressive offensive philosophy.

 

In his commitment video, Moa concluded with a message that resonated with Vols fans everywhere: “At the end of the day, I had to follow my heart. Tennessee isn’t just a school — it’s family.”

 

With Moa’s decision, Tennessee continues to build momentum heading into the 2026 season, solidifying its position as one of the most attractive destinations for elite talent across the country. And as the sun rose over Knoxville this morning, one thing was clear — the Vols just landed their quarterb

ack of the future.