5-Star Running Back Boobie Feste Commits to Florida Gators, Snubbing Texas and Alabama in a Game-Changing Move
In a stunning recruiting coup, five-star running back Boobie Feste has committed to the Florida Gators, choosing the program over powerhouse schools Texas and Alabama. The decision, announced via social media on Tuesday, marks a major victory for head coach Billy Napier and his staff, sending a strong message about Florida’s resurgence in the national recruiting landscape.
Feste, a 6-foot, 210-pound standout from Houston, Texas, is ranked among the top running backs in the 2025 class. Known for his explosive speed, elite vision, and bruising power, he was heavily pursued by top programs across the country. Many analysts expected him to stay closer to home, with Texas long considered the frontrunner, while Alabama’s legendary success at developing elite backs made the Crimson Tide a strong contender.
But Florida made a relentless push. Napier and running backs coach Jabbar Juluke prioritized Feste from the beginning, selling him on the Gators’ up-tempo offense and commitment to rebuilding a championship-caliber program. The promise of early playing time, combined with the chance to be the face of the backfield in Gainesville, proved too good to pass up.
“This decision wasn’t easy, but after a lot of prayer and conversations with my family, I know Florida is where I belong,” Feste said in his announcement. “The coaches believe in me, and I believe in what they’re building.”
His commitment is a massive win for Florida’s 2025 class, which now ranks among the best in the nation. With Feste in the fold, the Gators add a potential program-changing talent, one capable of making an instant impact in the SEC.
For Texas and Alabama, this is a tough recruiting loss. But for Florida, it signals that Napier’s vision is starting to resonate—and that the Gators are once again becoming a destination for elite talent.
