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Former Michigan State QB Aidan Chiles Commits to Northwestern

He joins a retooled Wildcats offense under Chip Kelly after visiting as the staff’s top quarterback target.

Overview

  • ESPN reported that Chiles chose Northwestern after a two-day campus visit early this week.
  • He has one year of eligibility remaining and enters a quarterback room now guided by coordinator Chip Kelly and quarterbacks coach Jerry Neuheisel.
  • Chiles started 20 games for Michigan State after beginning his career at Oregon State, then was benched late in 2025 following inconsistent play.
  • Northwestern finished 7-6 in 2025 but ranked 98th nationally in scoring, prompting the program’s offensive overhaul and pursuit of an experienced transfer.
  • Michigan State retained Alessio Milivojevic and added transfer Cam Fancher at quarterback, and it is scheduled to host Northwestern in 2026.