In the biggest recruiting shocker of the 2026 cycle, the nation’s No. 1 overall prospect has committed to the Kansas State Wildcats!
Five-star quarterback Faizon Brandon, the 6-foot-4, 195-pound dual-threat sensation from Grimsley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina—long considered locked in for Tennessee—announced a stunning flip to Chris Klieman and the Wildcats in a live broadcast this afternoon. Brandon, ranked as the consensus top player in the class by 247Sports, On3, ESPN, and Rivals, cited K-State’s proven quarterback development under Avery Johnson, the explosive offensive scheme, and the unbreakable EMAW family culture as the reasons he chose purple over orange.
“Kansas State is building something unstoppable,” Brandon said with a grin, donning a Wildcats hat. “Coach Klieman and the staff showed me how they’ll turn me into a pro while chasing rings in the Big 12. The fans, the tradition—it’s electric. I’m all in. EMAW! Let’s go eat! 🐱💜”
Why This is a Game-Changer for Kansas State
• Brandon is the unanimous No. 1 recruit in 2026—a poised pocket passer with elite arm talent, mobility, and leadership, drawing comparisons to top NFL prospects.
• This would be the highest-rated commitment in Wildcats history, dwarfing even recent gems like Linkon Cure.
• As a dynamic QB with big-play ability, Brandon instantly elevates K-State’s offense to elite status, pairing with emerging stars and portal additions.
• The pledge launches Kansas State’s 2026 class—already featuring strong JUCO flips and trench depth—into the top 5 nationally, cementing the Wildcats as a rising power.
Klieman has done it again: outhustling the giants for a transformative talent. Bill Snyder Family Stadium is about to witness a new era of dominance.
Welcome home, Faizon. The Cats just got a whole lot wilder!
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