The Colorado Buffaloes have suffered another major decommitment in their 2027 recruiting class, with four-star offensive tackle Li'Marcus Jones flipping to the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Monday. The Mississippi native announced the news on social media.
"I want to start by thanking the University of Colorado, Coach Prime, the entire coaching staff, and everyone who has supported me during my time committed to Boulder," he wrote. "After a lot of prayer, conversations with my family, and careful consideration, I have decided to go back home."
Jones committed to Colorado back on May 24, picking them over the Bulldogs, Ole Miss Rebels, and several other programs. Despite missing out initially, Mississippi State kept working and was able to take
advantage of Colorado's on-field struggles.
He is ranked as the No. 389 overall player and No. 39 offensive tackle in the 247Sports composite. The 6-foot-5, 285-pounder is also the No. 17 player from Tennessee.
Jones is Colorado's seventh decommitment in the 2027 cycle and the second four-star prospect to do so. They now have 18 commits, with 247Sports ranking the group as the 46th best in the country and the 5th best in the Big 12
They do still have a strong offensive line class, led by four-star offensive tackle Dewey Young. They also have commitments from three-star offensive tackles Coderro McDaniel and Zaquan Linton and three-star interior offensive lineman Jayin Talib.
I want to start by thanking the University of Colorado, Coach Prime, the entire coaching staff, and everyone who has supported me during my time committed to Boulder. After a lot of prayer, conversations with my family, and careful consideration, I have decided to go back home pic.twitter.com/NqSKAsJBfE
— Li'Marcus “BUG” Jones (@limarcusjones74) November 9, 2026
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