Proctor Flips Commitment From Pitt to Texas Tech
Four-star linebacker Jeremiah Proctor switches his commitment, dropping Pitt's recruiting ranking from No. 36 to No. 42.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in College Applications
Four-star 2027 linebacker Jeremiah Proctor has flipped his commitment from Pitt to Texas Tech, Rivals reported. Proctor had been Pitt's top-rated commitment in the Class of 2027 since his official visit in the first weekend of June.
Why it matters
The decommitment is a significant loss for Pitt's recruiting class, lowering its Rivals team ranking from No. 36 to No. 42. Proctor, a Georgia native, held 20 offers before choosing Texas Tech.
Proctor is a 4-star 2027 linebacker from Gainesville High School in Atlanta, Georgia, and held offers from 20 programs. Pitt's Rivals team ranking dropped from No. 36 to No. 42, while its three highest remaining recruits are rated 3-star.
The players
Jeremiah Proctor
A 4-star 2027 linebacker from Gainesville High School in Atlanta, Georgia, who held 20 scholarship offers.
Steve Wiltfong
Rivals Director of Recruiting who reported Proctor's flip to Texas Tech.
The details
Proctor attended Texas Tech's matchup against West Virginia on November 7, 2026, before Rivals Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong reported the flip. He had been committed to Pitt since his official visit in the first weekend of June.
Timeline
First weekend of June 2026: Proctor makes official visit and commits to Pitt.
November 7, 2026: Proctor attends Texas Tech vs. West Virginia game.
November 8, 2026: Proctor's flip to Texas Tech is reported.
December 2026: National Signing Day, one month away.
Season Trajectory
Commitment flips like Proctor's shift Rivals team rankings, which are built from individual recruit ratings and drive how programs are compared before National Signing Day. Pitt's drop from No. 36 to No. 42 shows how a single top commitment can move a program's standing in the rankings.
For families tracking recruiting, a commitment flip can change which programs are still in contention and when a final decision is likely. Following National Signing Day in December gives a clearer picture of how each class is set.
The takeaway
Recruiting commitments are not final until National Signing Day, and families should expect shifts in class rankings during the fall. Watching official signings in December provides the clearest view of where each recruit ends up.
What happens next
National Signing Day is set for December 2026, when Proctor's commitment will become official.
Further reading
For more on how recruits weigh their options, explore College Applications.
Source note: This article includes information reported by On3.
