Toosii Commits to Syracuse Football: Platinum Rapper Balances D1 College Career With New Single “777”

Rapper Toosii is back in the spotlight today with a storyline that stretches far beyond the recording booth, as his unlikely push into Division I college football continues to ripple across both music and sports worlds. New reporting confirms that the platinum-selling artist, born Nau’Jour Grainger, has now officially committed to play football at Syracuse University, capping months of speculation about whether his gridiron aspirations would translate into a real D1 opportunity.

The 25-year-old, best known for his hit single “Favorite Song” and the platinum-certified album Naujour, has been steadily reframing his public image from introspective rap star to late-blooming college athlete. According to recruiting reports published today, Toosii announced his Syracuse decision on Instagram, cementing what had started as a viral “what if” into a legitimate roster move for an ACC program searching for new energy.

Fans and analysts reacted in real time, with college football circles buzzing over a 25-year-old freshman joining the Orange. Coverage today highlights how social media lit up with jokes about eligibility, age and the “rappers want to be ballers” cliché, but also genuine curiosity about whether his speed and work ethic can translate after nearly a decade away from organized football. The move comes against the backdrop of a rough season for Syracuse, adding a layer of risk-and-reward intrigue to a program eager for headlines and help.

Toosii’s football pivot didn’t appear overnight. Earlier this year, he made waves by announcing he was stepping away from music to chase what he described as his “first love,” spending the summer training at NC State’s facilities and positioning himself as a wide receiver prospect. Reports at the time detailed his plans for multiple Division I visits, signaling that this was more than a publicity stunt and setting the stage for today’s commitment.

For fans of his music, the Syracuse news lands just days after the release of his reflective single “777”, which dropped on November 28 and showcases his trademark melodic vulnerability. The track questions faith, love and healing, underscoring that even as he suits up in orange, Toosii’s voice is still very much present in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. With a fresh song in rotation and a D1 locker room in his future, he now stands at a rare crossroads, straddling stadium lights and studio sessions in a way few artists have ever attempted.