Elite Texas A&M target suddenly decommits after rival SEC visit left him 'Thinking about my next steps'

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Ian Valentino | Last updated Jul 21, 2025 4:47 PM ET

Despite being red hot on the recruiting trail with the 2026 class, Mike Elko and his Texas A&M Aggies saw how quickly things can change with someone who was a great fit for their program.

George Lamons Jr., a four-star tight end from Brooks County High School in Quitman, Georgia, announced his decommitment from Texas A&M on Monday afternoon.

The 6-foot-4, 218-pound prospect had been committed to the Aggies since April, choosing them over offers from South Carolina, Alabama, UCF, and numerous other programs. Currently, Lamons holds over 25 offers, with two schools emerging as frontrunners in his recruitment.

“I just want to slow my process down,” Lamons told Rivals. “I want to look hard and navigate the process better.”

BREAKING: Four-Star WR George Lamons (2027) has Decommitted from Texas A&M, he tells me for @rivals

The 6’4 215 WR from Quitman, GA had been Committed to the Aggies since April

He’s ranked as a Top 5 TE in ‘27 but is being recruited as a WRhttps://t.co/AZNXoDx773 pic.twitter.com/xRDsLtQgoM
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) July 21, 2025

“Right now, LSU and Georgia Tech,” Lamons said. “Alex Mathis from Georgia Tech has been calling me. Also, when I took the visit to LSU, it really made me think about my next steps. I like how they plan on using me in the offense.”

A versatile pass-catcher, Lamons can line up both inside and outside, aiming to solidify his role as a wide receiver.

“I play receiver. Most of my offers are as a wide receiver,” he said. “I don’t know where the tight end comes from. I think I have maybe about two or three offers at tight end. But, yeah, I plan on playing receiver at the next level, though.”

In the Rivals Industry Ranking, which averages evaluations from the three major recruiting services, Lamons is ranked as the No. 81 overall prospect in the nation, the No. 5 tight end, and the No. 12 recruit in Georgia.

During his sophomore season in 2024, Lamons earned All-American honors, recording 62 receptions for 1,340 yards and 20 touchdowns. His performance helped lead Brooks County to a 10-5 record and a berth in the Georgia Class A Division II state championship game.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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