The Memphis Tigers have commitment #3 of the 2024 class. College Station (TX) quarterback Arrington Maiden made his official visit to Memphis this weekend and he found that Memphis is where he wanted to be and committed.
Last season he threw for 2,286 yards with 18 touchdowns. He also had 105 rushing yards with 4 rushing touchdowns.
He decided to commit to Memphis over Boston College, Tulane, UTSA, and Utah State.
Why did Maiden choose Memphis?
"The coaching staff. They showed me their plan for me in the future. They showed me the plan for Memphis football and the steps they are taking to make it a top program. The deal sealer for me was the coaching staff stability. They told me they don’t plan on going anywhere, obviously nothing is guaranteed but it feels like home. Also, the talent around me, I feel like we cant get a really good 2024 class."
Memphis offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey is his main recruiter and Maiden feels he can really develop under his leadership.
"He cares about the players as human being more than he does about the football ability. I feel like he can develop me given his coaching history. He’s showed love to me at the very beginning of this process and always has put an emphasis on me as their #1 QB in the class of 2024. He offered me before he saw me throw in person and he usually doesn’t do that. So with all that being said he was sold from the jump and that means a lot."
He also has built a bond with head coach Ryan Silverfield.
"He’s been huge part of my recruitment. Texting and putting a emphasis on what I would mean to the program."
Maiden said he models his game after Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.
His plans for this off-season is to be a more consistent leader and being more athletic from the pocket.
His favorite part of the visit?
"THE FOOD"
Arrington Maiden Highlights
