Oregon Lands 4-Star LB Braylon Hodge

Braylon Hodge, a four-star linebacker from Cherry Creek High School in Englewood, Colo., committed to Oregon’s 2026 class on Friday, choosing the Ducks over offers and interest from Michigan, Texas and his former pledge Michigan State. Hodge said Oregon’s player development, the defensive-minded coaching staff led by Dan Lanning and Tosh Lupoi, the tight-knit culture and the game-day atmosphere were decisive factors, and he plans to enroll early. His pledge is Oregon’s 18th commitment in the 2026 cycle and fills a positional need as the class’s second inside linebacker alongside Tristan Phillips. His stock rose recently — Rivals ranks him No. 288 nationally (No. 17 at LB and No. 1 in Colorado) and 247Sports listed him as the best-available linebacker in the class at No. 18 — making the pledge a notable recruiting win. Recruiting outlets including DuckTerritory and 247Sports characterize Oregon’s haul as a top-10 class, and Oregon’s recent track record of developing NFL talent — including 10 players drafted in 2025 — underscored Hodge’s decision.