Billings West Standout Tyreke Jones Commits to Montana
The Billings West senior announced his commitment to the University of Montana football team this week.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Football
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Billings West High School senior Tyreke Jones has officially committed to play football for the University of Montana. He joins the Grizzlies as the 24th member of the Class of 2027.
Why it matters
Jones cited the University of Montana football program as a place that felt like home and expressed admiration for the team's high-intensity style of play. He plans to pursue a degree in physical therapy while competing at the collegiate level.
Tyreke Jones finished the current season with 1,107 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns across 121 carries. He stands as the 24th overall commit for the Grizzlies and the 11th from within the state of Montana.
The players
Tyreke Jones
He is a senior athlete at Billings West who is joining the University of Montana football team.
University of Montana
This public research university in Missoula oversees a Division I football program known as the Grizzlies.
Billings West
This is a public high school in Billings that maintains a competitive football program.
The details
Jones, a 5-foot-11, 190-pound athlete, utilized his experience as a linebacker to refine his vision as a running back this season. Before choosing Montana, he held offers from Montana Tech, Montana Western, Dickinson State, and Rocky Mountain College.
Timeline
October 3, 2026: Jones received his first Division I scholarship offer.
October 26, 2026: Jones announced his commitment to the University of Montana.
Season Trajectory
The commitment of Jones continues the trend of local talent funneling into the University of Montana during the Class of 2027 recruitment cycle. This addition helps bolster the program's depth as they continue to build their roster for future seasons.
The Grizzlies add another versatile running back to their 2027 recruiting class, potentially impacting their backfield rotation in future seasons. Fans of Billings West will see how the team continues its season without Jones's 1,107 yards of production if he concludes his high school play.
The takeaway
Jones represents the continued focus of the University of Montana on securing in-state talent for their roster. His decision to study physical therapy highlights the balance between academic and athletic pursuits for modern student-athletes.
Further reading
For more updates on local prep athletics, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Missoulian.
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