Jaden Craig remains a celebrated quarterback at Harvard Crimson. Just a month ago, he etched his name in the school’s history by setting an all-time passing touchdown record. Having secured that legacy, he is now moving to greener pastures.

On December 8, Pete Nakos reported that Jaden Craig intends to enter the portal. After leading his team to a 9-win season, the senior play-caller is looking forward to the next chapter in his collegiate journey. Graduating with a degree in Economics, Craigg will be entering the portal as a grad transfer.

It was in 2021 when the 6’2, 215-pound QB arrived at Harvard, “100% committed.” And the next four years have been nothing but spectacular. During his four-year tenure at Harvard, he inked his name in Harvard’s record books. On November 2, Craig registered four touchdowns for 322 yards against Dartmouth. By the end of the matchup, he topped the charts, becoming Harvard’s all-time leader in passing yards (6,000) and touchdown passes(52). Post-game, he earned the Ivy League Offensive Player of the Week honor. With a 31-10 win, Craig’s offense beat Dartmouth, leading the program to a 7-0 season for the first time since 2015.

Following the matchup, he stayed humble, crediting his coaches and teammates for his development. “It’s just a testament to my coaches, my teammates, and everyone around me who’s lifted me up and made me a better player and person,” he said, according to The Harvard Crimson.

Inside the locker room, that same sentiment circles back. Tight end Seamus Gilmartin had nothing but praise for his starting quarterback. So far, the TE has received 29 receptions, converting them into five touchdowns.

“There’s a lot of security knowing that you have a good chance of getting the ball, getting open, and you’re always gonna get put in the best situation possible. He’s just very poised and under control, which instills trust in the receivers.”

Over the 2025 season, he registered 2,869 yards, 25 touchdowns, and seven interceptions, leading the roster to a nine-game winning streak. The only two losses came against Yale and Villanova, preventing the Harvard Crimson from an undefeated season. But the 28-45 loss to Yale cut deep. It was the third consecutive loss against arch-rival Yale, a storied rivalry that dates back to the 1870s.

With a 9-2 record, Craig advances his program to the FCS playoffs.

Jaden Craig likened to a Harvard legend

With one year of eligibility left, Craig had two options ahead of him. Declare for the NFL draft or exhaust his eligibility completely. With an impressive resume, the QB entered the season as a draft prospect. Head coach Andrew Aurich had nothing but praise for his QB1.

He’s super talented,” Harvard head coach Andrew Aurich told CBS Sports in July 2025. “High football IQ. Loves to study tape. The former head coach, Tim Murphy, told me he’s the best he’s seen since Ryan Fitzpatrick at Harvard.”

As Nakos reported, the NFL scouts have been eyeing the QB throughout the year and have been impressed.

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“NFL scouts have gone through Harvard all year to evaluate@jadencraig13, who is already considered a draftable prospect,” Nakos wrote on X.

Presently, Craig is looking to add more to his resume before declaring for the draft. The transfer portal will be open from January 2-16, 2026.  Craig arrived at Harvard in 2022. Sitting behind QB Charlie Dean, he absorbed everything on the field for two seasons. By the end of his sophomore season, he started the last three games, throwing four TD passes and another four scores on the ground. Making progress, he secured the starting role for the next season. After leading seven wins in the 2024 season, the Harvard Crimson did not face any hiccup except a 31-28 loss against the Brown Bears. However, more bad news was to follow.

In the leading matchup against Pennsylvania, Craig took a massive “helicopter hit” and was helped off the field. His future appearances looked uncertain, but the QB bounced back within a week, suited up against arch-rival Yale. Unfortunately, Harvard lost 29-34.