4-star WR Gatlin Bair decommits from Boise State

Burley (Idaho) Senior four-star wide receiver Gatlin Bair has decommitted from Boise State, he announced on social media. He was pledged to the Broncos since Aug. 5, when he chose the in-state program over Michigan.

“First of all I want to thank all of the coaches, support staff and fans at Boise State for their support,” Bair wrote. “Many elements have changed both at BSU and for myself since my commitment. I want nothing but the best for all involved. With that being said, going forward I will be decommitting from BSU and focusing my recruitment on Michigan and Oregon. I appreciate everyone’s understanding and privacy for my family and I in this difficult decision. Thank you.”

Bair is the No. 41 overall prospect and No. 10 wideout in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He’s also the top-ranked player in Idaho.

The 6-foot-2, 180-pounder is set to take a two-year mission trip starting early next year and will return ready to start school January 2026.

Bair has an On3 NIL Valuation of $146K. The On3 NIL Valuation is the industry’s leading index that sets high school and college athletes’ projected annual value (PAV). The NIL valuation does not act as a tracker of the value of NIL deals an athlete has completed to date. It rather signifies an athlete’s value at a certain moment in time.

Gatlin Bair Scouting Summary

“One of the top overall athletes in the 2024 cycle who is the nation’s fastest football prospect on the track. Has unverified size, listed at around 6-foot-2, 180 pounds. Looks like the nation’s fastest football prospect during his junior track season. Consistently ran scintillating times. Won the state title in the 100 and 200 meters with remarkable 10.15 second and 20.56 second marks. Transfers that top end speed to the gridiron. Shows the ability to blow by corners as a deep threat on vertical routes. Also flashes speed after the catch with the ball in his hands. Eliminates angles and beats defenders to the edge. Also a dangerous return man. Works on the outside and over the middle of the field.

…Can track the ball over his shoulder. Finished his junior season with 73 catches for 1,073 yards and 18 touchdowns. Shows the considerable twitch and bounce on the basketball court where his above-the-rim athleticism shows on alley oops and dunks in transition.Can improve his fluidity and polish as a route-runner as well as his comfort as a pass catcher. Averaged 14.7 yards per catch, which is on the low end among blue-chip receivers and top draft picks, especially considering his weaker than average competition.”