Football Shocker: Star QB Stewart De-Commits From San Jose State

Tyler Stewart, a star quarterback for Sierra Canyon High who is among California’s top recruits, has de-committed from San Jose State, according to Sierra Canyon coach Jon Ellinghouse—a shocking move considering national signing day is Feb. 1, less than two weeks away.

By changing his mind, Stewart presents a mad scramble, as the 6-foot-4 quarterback who threw for 32 touchdowns in leading Sierra Canyon to a state title is now picking between Hawaii, Nevada, Colorado State, Fresno State and Indiana.

“This is going to have a big impact. I think Tyler is the best of the best,” Ellinghouse said.

Stewart is going to Hawaii on a recruiting visit this weekend, Ellinghouse said.

“I don’t think there was anything that turned him off about San Jose State. He just likes the other schools better,” Ellinghouse said.

Stewart committed to San Jose State four weeks ago after taking an official visit. One month prior, he visited Nevada.

This past season, Stewart passed for 2,245 yards while accounting for a total of 37 touchdowns—32 passing, five rushing. In three seasons, he has passed for 92 career touchdowns.

Stewart’s stock continued to rise as the season progressed. He led Sierra Canyon to an undefeated regular season and , including a revenge win over Paraclete, the opponent that had defeated Sierra Canyon in 2010 for the league title and again in the 2010 East Valley Division championship.

Then, Stewart led Sierra Canyon to an East Valley title—defeating host Paraclete in the championship game—followed by a CIF State Div. IV championship over Le Grand in the state finals at Home Depot Center.

Stewart was not available for comment. We will update this breaking story.