“Are You in or Out”: Julian Lewis Faces Immense Pressure to Take a Decision as Colorado, USC & Auburn Figure Out a Long Term Plan

Juju fever is on for Auburn, and the buzz around the young quarterback rising. Known for his impressive stats and amazing demeanor on the field, Julian “JuJu” Lewis has taken the high school football scene by storm. With 3,094 passing yards and 48 touchdowns last season alone, he’s not just a player; he’s a whole phenomenon.

As a five-star recruit, he’s committed to USC, but recent visits to Auburn and Colorado have stirred speculation. With Colorado, Auburn, and USC dreaming of taking in Lewis, where would he finally decide to settle in and call home? Well, it’s time to see what the talks are, surrounding Juju.

Auburn’s pursuit of Julian Lewis

On July 1, Josh Newberg from On3 Recruits sat down with Jeffrey Lee to discuss the ongoing recruitment saga of Julian “Ju Ju” Lewis. Despite his commitment to USC, Lewis’ recent visits to Auburn and Colorado have added intrigue to his college decision. Jeffrey Lee highlighted Auburn’s urgency, stating, “Quarterback is a position of need in this 2025 class for Auburn, and I think they’re having a little trouble with the wide receiver recruiting as well. Auburn doesn’t have a quarterback committed, so I think they would like to get somebody in the boat.” The pressure on Lewis to clarify his commitment status is quite visible, especially when it comes to Auburn.

Newberg pointed out, “USC wants to know, ‘Hey Juju, are you in or out? We got to build this class around you.” Jeffrey Lee further explained by saying, “I think the expectation is yes, before the season starts, before this summer is over, they would like to know one way or the other. I don’t know if there’s been talk about that one way or you know, let us know, but I do think there is an expectation for him to let them know one way or the other. Do we move on or are you coming?.” USC, Auburn, and Colorado pretty much all want to build their classes around him.

The stakes are high, and the anticipation builds as Lewis figures out his next move. However, a good question that fans can ask is; what actually makes him such a high-demand player for all 3 teams? or what could be the benefits if he does end up joining any of them?

Why the high demand and what could be the potential team benefits?

Julian Lewis is one of the most sought-after QBs in the 2025 class, and for good reason. His remarkable high school career, with over 7,000 passing yards and 96 touchdowns, showcases his talent and potential. As a current commit, USC stands to benefit immensely if Lewis stays. His presence would provide stability and attract other top recruits, creating a powerhouse offense under Coach Lincoln Riley. Riley’s history of developing top quarterbacks is impressive, having coached Heisman winners like Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, and Caleb Williams, all of whom were also top NFL draft picks. Lewis could thrive under Riley’s mentorship, potentially becoming the next great quarterback to emerge from USC.

For Auburn, landing Lewis would be a game-changer. The team’s dynamic offensive strategy, coupled with Lewis’ talents, could create a strong team capable of competing at NFL-like levels. Finally, for Coach Prime, grabbing Juju for his team would mean an easy replacement for Shedeur. Deion was found saying, “Finding Shedeur’s replacement or successor is going to be the No. 1 objective.” And as Schwanitz clarified on On3 Recruits, “It sounds like Julian Lewis is the No. 1 target.”

Julian “Ju Ju” Lewis is at the center of an intense recruitment battle. Each program offers unique benefits and opportunities for him. Now, what he ends up calling home is completely up to him, but whichever place he settles down in, it’s a fact that he is going to nail it.