The Eagles received a bit of bad news on the recruiting trail this week as one of the most electrifying commits in the 2026 class officially announced his decommitment from Boston College.
3-Star wide receiver Nyqir Helton from Winslow Township High School in Atco, New Jersey took to social media on Wednesday, October 29 to share the news.
Boston College WR commit announces he is reopening his recruitment
— Mason Woods (@mawoods_) October 29, 2025
Eagles still hold 26 commits in the '26 class https://t.co/nBfR4Y4J7L
His post read, "After much thought and discussion with family, I have decided to decommit from Boston College and reopen my recruitment. I want to thank Coach O'Brien and the rest of the coaching staff for everything up until this point. I am looking forward to what is next. Respect my decision."
Helton is ranked as the No. 190 wideout in the nation and the No. 28 player in the state of New Jersey, according to 247Sports' composite ranking. He had been committed to Boston College since June of this year, originally choosing the Eagles over the likes of North Carolina, Syracuse, Indiana and many more.
He stands at 6-foot, 170 lbs. and has put together a strong senior season for Winslow Township. He's helped his team to a 7-2 overall record while hauling in 36 receptions for 766 yards and 10 touchdowns.
While missing out on a player like Helton is certainly a loss, the Boston College staff has done a great job of compiling a deep 2026 class so far. The Eagles still hold two wide receiver commits in fellow 3-Star prospects Alex Voss and Kelvin Brown, Jr.
With just over a month remaining until the early signing period kicks off in December, Boston College holds 26 commits in the class, which is third most in the ACC behind North Carolina and Syracuse.
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