Lyons is a five-star recruit in the 2026 class, ranked as the No. 4 quarterback and No. 10 overall prospect by On3. With numerous offers from top programs, including Alabama, Michigan, Oregon, USC, and BYU, Lyons, who is set to do a one year mission next year, took a recent visit to Sacramento State:
5-star QB Ryder Lyons on his visit to Sacramento State.
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While USC was initially considered a frontrunner, there are rumblings Michigan and Oregon have become strong contenders. Lyons has an official visit to Michigan scheduled for April 12-13, 2025.
This visit to Sacramento State is notable in the new NIL landscape. Sacramento State has reportedly secured substantial NIL funding, with figures ranging from $35 million to $50 million
