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2026 QB Kane Archer Flips From UCF to Utah

The Greenwood standout becomes Utah's second quarterback in a smaller, top-40 class.

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.