Five-Star WR Isaiah Neyor Decommits from Nebraska, Chooses Miami Over Tennessee and Penn State
In a stunning development for the 2025 recruiting cycle, five-star wide receiver Isaiah Neyor has officially decommitted from the University of Nebraska, opting instead to commit to the Miami Hurricanes. The decision marks a significant shift in the college football landscape as Neyor, once a Nebraska pledge, will now take his talents to Coral Gables, bypassing strong interests from programs like Tennessee and Penn State in the process.
Neyor’s decommitment sent shockwaves through the Nebraska football community, as the Cornhuskers had been considered to have a strong hold on the elite prospect. The 6’3, 195-pound receiver had verbally committed to Nebraska earlier in the cycle, signaling a potential resurgence for the Cornhuskers’ offense. However, after much speculation, the highly sought-after recruit opened up his recruitment once again, and the decision to flip to Miami has now been confirmed.
Miami, who had long been considered a dark horse in the recruitment, capitalized on Neyor’s reevaluation by bringing in their pitch during crucial moments of the recruiting process. With head coach Mario Cristobal at the helm and a fast-rising recruiting class in 2025, the Hurricanes were able to sway Neyor, offering him a prime opportunity to join an emerging program with a chance to make an immediate impact.
The recruitment of Neyor was not an easy one. Tennessee, under head coach Josh Heupel, was another top contender, having made significant strides on the recruiting trail. The Volunteers were in fierce competition with Miami, offering Neyor a high-powered offense with the potential for national prominence. Meanwhile, Penn State, with its tradition and strong developmental track record, also remained in the mix until the final stages, but ultimately, Neyor opted to join the Hurricanes over the two SEC programs.
Neyor’s decision comes as a major victory for Miami, who has been on an upward trajectory since Cristobal’s arrival. The program has garnered strong momentum in recent recruiting cycles, and this commitment further strengthens their standing in the highly competitive ACC. With Neyor’s addition, Miami bolsters an already impressive receiving corps that could become one of the conference’s best in the near future.
For Nebraska, Neyor’s decommitment is undoubtedly a tough blow. The Cornhuskers had hoped to pair the playmaking ability of the 5-star receiver with their growing offensive ambitions under head coach Matt Rhule. Neyor’s decision to backtrack from his commitment signals the challenges that Nebraska continues to face in securing top-tier talent despite recent efforts to revitalize the program.
As for Neyor, he now prepares for a high-profile role with the Hurricanes, who will look to continue building upon their success in recruiting and aim for a more consistent, competitive future. The ripple effects of his decision will be felt across the college football world, especially within the SEC and Big Ten, as both Tennessee and Penn State now have to regroup in the race for top wide receiver talent.
With National Signing Day looming, the impact of this decommitment will only grow, and Neyor’s move to Miami will be closely watched as one of the most significant recruiting shifts of the cyber