Overview
- Archer reopened his recruitment on Saturday and announced his Utah commitment on Sunday.
- He is rated No. 971 overall and the No. 53 quarterback in the 2026 cycle by the Rivals Industry Ranking.
- His pledge gives the Utes two quarterbacks in the class alongside Douglas County (Ga.) passer Michael Johnson.
- Archer visited Utah late in the season as UCF took a commitment from four-star quarterback Rocco Marriott, a sequence that preceded his decision.
- The three-star has led undefeated Greenwood with 2,959 passing yards and 26 touchdowns plus 1,021 rushing yards and 20 scores this season, per Arkansas Online.