Jordan Napier is returning to SDSU for the 2025 season

Jordan Napier lets the world know he scored a touchdown against Wyoming. All of Aztec Nation scored when he announced his return to the program. (Don De Mars/EVT)

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Jordan Napier elevates to catch a touchdown against Wyoming. (Don De Mars/EVT)

Jordan Napier is returning to San Diego State. He announced his decision on social media on Wednesday.Ā 

Napier attended the Menā€™s Basketball contest against California Baptist on Wednesday night. He was made available to the media at halftime.

ā€œI feel like I had unfinished business,ā€ Napier explained when asked about his decision. ā€œWith the coaching staff, there was always great love. There was never any bad blood.Ā  ā€¦. I just felt like it was a good option for me.ā€

As a redshirt freshman in 2024, Napier had a breakout year in head coach Sean Lewisā€™ offense. He caught 43 passes for 440 yards and four touchdowns. He also threw a touchdown on the season.Ā 

Explosive plays are a point of emphasis for Lewis. Defined as a single gain of 20 or more yards, Napier tied with Marquez Cooper for the team lead with eight. His 53-yard reception against Wyoming was the longest play from scrimmage this year for the Aztecs. He also had the longest kickoff return, a 61-yarder against New Mexico.

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ā€œJust knowing that they have the best interest for me, as a player, as a man,ā€ Napier replied when asked how SDSUā€™s staff influenced his decision. ā€œJust to be a better man overall, I really feel like thatā€™s what it was. Them showing that we have a good relationship, and I didnā€™t want that to go to waste.ā€Ā 

The Aztecs season did not go as planned, but the offseason is off to a terrific start. Napier announced his intention to leave the program but never actually entered the portal. It was a sign, he said, of his indecision. In the end, he wanted to continue the work he had started under Lewis.

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