2027 4-star QB Jayce Johnson breaks down early commitment to the Texas A&M Aggies

Valdosta (Ga.) Lowndes standout Jayce Johnson has been one of the more heavily recruited quarterbacks in the 2027 class, holding 33 offers and visiting schools across the country. But even through the busy spring and summer, he always had a clear plan.

That was making an early decision and he chose Texas A&M.

“I always knew I would commit early,” Johnson told Rivals. “I’d been talking about it for a while. I wanted to lock in before my junior season.”

That moment came on his most recent trip to Texas A&M, a place that had been high on his list since he first visited for Junior Day in January of his sophomore year — the same day he earned his offer from the Aggies.

“It just felt right. The love they showed — not just to me, but to my mom, dad, and little sister — it meant a lot. I’m big on love and loyalty, and being around the people and the town in the summer really sealed it.”

Texas A&M edged out programs like Florida State, which Johnson also visited this year, along with Duke, Tennessee, and SMU. Ultimately, though, the culture and family feel in College Station stood out.

“The environment reminds me of home. It’s a football town, it is a country town — just like Valdosta. And I really connected with the staff. I love their spiritual side, their discipline, and how they bring people together.”

Head coach Mike Elko was a big factor, along with offensive coordinator Collin Klein, whose quarterback development track record made a strong impression.

“Coach Klein has been there and done it. He knows how to put me in position to succeed. I love his coaching style,” Johnson said. “And Trooper Taylor — that’s my dog. He brings love and loyalty. He’s a funny guy, but he keeps it real.”

Though he’s locked in, the No. 64 prospect in the 2027 Rivals Recruiting Ranking understands how the recruiting world works and plans to maintain connections with other staffs while staying focused on his future in Aggieland.

“I’m taking my spot at A&M because that is the school I love, but I know how things can go,” he said. “I’m going to keep relationships and take visits, but A&M is where my heart is.”