Overview
- The Bastrop High junior produced 3,130 passing yards with 47 touchdowns and seven interceptions this season.
- He chose the Sun Devils over a broad offer list that included Oregon, Miami, SMU and Texas Tech, becoming ASU’s second pledge in the 2027 class.
- Arizona State prioritized him as its top quarterback target, gaining traction after Nielsen and an extended group of family members visited Tempe during the season.
- Across 28 career games, he has nearly 7,500 passing yards and 95 touchdowns, with coaches praising his poise and late-game execution.
- He announced his decision on YouTube as ASU builds its future quarterback group with a 2026 signee in place and incumbent Sam Leavitt expected to transfer.