Will USC Trojans 5-Star Commit Julian Lewis Flip To Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes?

The USC Trojans' crown jewel of the 2025 recruiting class, five-star quarterback Julian Lewis, is trending towards a flip to the Colorado Buffaloes and coach Deion Sanders after a recent visit. Can USC coach Lincoln Riley hold onto Lewis?

Oct 20, 2023; Carrollton, GA, USA; Carrollton Trojans quarterback Julian Lewis (10) watches on from the sidelines against the Westlake Lions during the first half at Grisham Stadium. The 15-year-old Carrollton High student has already committed to playing for the University of Southern California Trojans and has been considered one of the top high school quarterback prospects. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images / John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Things are starting to become shaky on the recruiting front for the USC Trojans as five-star quarterback commit Julian Lewis has been trending away from USC coach Lincoln Riley with a potential flip in mind.

On3's Steve Wiltfong and Chad Simmons both predicted Lewis to flip his commitment to Colorado.

It's been a wild ride throughout Lewis' recruitment and this news isn't any different. Colorado coach Deion Sanders has been known for getting big recruiting flips, like when Travis Hunter, the No. 1 player in the class of 2022, flipped from Florida State to Jackson State, before following Sanders to Colorado.

Oct 20, 2023; Carrollton, GA, USA; Carrollton Trojans quarterback Julian Lewis (10) reacts to a pass against the Westlake Lions during the first half at Grisham Stadium. The 15-year-old Carrollton High student has already committed to playing for the University of Southern California Trojans and has been considered one of the top high school quarterback prospects. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images / John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Despite being committed to USC, Lewis never not shut down his recruitment which led to him being linked to multiple different schools through his commitment to the Trojans. Schools like Auburn, Indiana, and the Buffs have all made their pitches to the five-star quarterback and have been heavily linked to Lewis throughout his recruitment.

Lewis visited Colorado on Oct. 26 for the Buffaloes' game against Cincinnati, sparking concerns of a flip. The five-star prospect was rumored to be visiting Indiana for a game as well, but Lewis reportedly never made the trip.

Wiltfong reported that "Julian is really liking Colorado." Part of the Buffaloes' recruiting pitch is the opportunity to replace current quarterback Shedeur Sanders after he leaves for the NFL draft. Should Lewis decide to flip, where will USC turn to in recruiting a quarterback so late in the cycle?

According to Wiltfong, Riley and the Trojans have stayed in touch with five-star quarterback Husan Longstreet, a current Texas A&M Aggies commit. Can the Trojans pull of a flip of their own?

Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. / Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

It's easy to see why Lewis was one of the most sought after quarterbacks in the class of 2025. Andrew Ivins of 247Sports wrote that Lewis has the intangibles to be the best quarterback in his class.

"A de facto point guard on the gridiron that can distribute the football like few others. Won’t blow many away with his build, but makes up for his subpar measurables with his ability to scan the field and manipulate defenses with his eyes. Compact release allows him to rip tight, accurate spirals to all different levels. Might not have a true cannon, but will drop balls over coverage well into the deeper third. Has proven to be a crafty mover both in and outside of the pocket and will extend plays like a true escape artist...size might be a sticking point for some, but rare intangibles make him one of the top passers in the 2025 cycle as he constantly finds ways to move the chains," Ivins wrote.

Another recruiting site, On3, has the Trojans with a low chance of keeping the Georgia native's commitment. On3's Recruiting Prediction Machine has USC at a 14.9 percent chance of retaining his commitment.

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