Four-star quarterback and Miami commit Dereon Coleman has reaffirmed his commitment to the Hurricanes, making it clear that his recruitment is officially closed. In an interview posted on Instagram by 305 Sports, the Class of 2026 prospect stated that he has no interest in considering offers from other programs.
Coleman emphasized that since committing to Miami, he has remained firm in his decision, expressing confusion over why schools continue to pursue him. He made it clear that he does not want to visit any other programs and has only scheduled one official visit—to Miami.
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The talented quarterback committed to the Hurricanes in July, just a month after receiving an offer from the program. His performance at Miami’s 7-on-7 event in June played a significant role in securing that offer. Despite his commitment, schools have continued to express interest, with teams like Oklahoma, Ole Miss, and UCF initially competing for his commitment.
Even after solidifying his decision to join Miami, Coleman has continued to receive offers from various programs. Schools such as Purdue, Arizona, Auburn, and Wake Forest have extended offers to him. According to 247Sports, he has accumulated at least 27 scholarship offers in total.
Coleman has consistently demonstrated why he is in such high demand. His performances at elite high school football events have earned him widespread recognition. He showcased his skills at the Under Armour Camp Series, where he outshined other top high school prospects and earned the MVP award. Prior to that, he was named On3’s Top Performer at the Battle 7v7 South Florida tournament after leading Defcon United to a championship victory.
His talent and ability were further praised by analysts who observed his performances. One analyst noted that Coleman entered the playoffs on the second day of the Battle Miami event with significant momentum after an impressive showing on day one. His ability to throw accurate and powerful passes allowed his team’s offense to dominate the competition.
The analyst also highlighted Coleman’s skill in manipulating the football and making difficult throws that set him apart from other quarterbacks. His ability to remain effective in windy conditions was particularly impressive, reinforcing his status as an elite prospect.
Coleman’s rise to national prominence has been fueled by his outstanding performances at Jones High School in Lakeland, Florida. As a sophomore, he led his team to the state semifinals, throwing for 2,236 yards and 16 touchdowns. The following year, as a junior, he guided the Tigers to an undefeated regular season, passing for 3,412 yards and 28 touchdowns. His team advanced to the state championship game before ultimately falling short.
With his high school success and growing national recognition, Coleman remains a highly sought-after quarterback prospect, though he remains firmly committed to playing for the Miami Hurricanes.