In a stunning turn of events, 5-star wide receiver Brenen Thompson has decommitted from the University of Oklahoma and committed to BYU, shocking the college football world. Thompson, who is regarded as one of the top wide receiver prospects in the country, had previously pledged to the Sooners but has now flipped his commitment in favor of the BYU Cougars.

Thompson’s decision to choose BYU over powerhouse programs such as LSU and Alabama has taken many by surprise. Both the LSU Tigers and Alabama Crimson Tide were heavily involved in his recruitment, with many experts predicting that one of these programs would ultimately secure his commitment. However, Thompson’s heart was drawn to the unique opportunity BYU presented.

Thompson, a standout from Spearman, Texas, has garnered national attention for his incredible speed, athleticism, and ability to make plays at all levels of the field. His exceptional ability to stretch the field and make explosive plays will undoubtedly make an immediate impact at BYU. With his decision, Thompson joins a growing list of impressive recruits choosing to play for the Cougars under head coach Kalani Sitake.

The decision to flip from Oklahoma to BYU is particularly interesting given the Sooners’ recent success and their commitment to high-powered offensive schemes. However, Thompson’s decision underscores the growing influence of BYU in the recruitment landscape, particularly in the wake of their recent conference realignment and the program’s continued push for national prominence.

BYU’s ability to land a player of Thompson’s caliber signals that the Cougars are a force to be reckoned with in the world of college football recruiting. With LSU, Alabama, and Oklahoma on the outside looking in, Thompson’s flip to BYU could mark a new era of success for the Cougars’ football program.