Oregon Ducks Build Elite 2026 Recruiting Class

The Oregon Ducks, under coach Dan Lanning, are leveraging recent on-field and NFL Draft achievements to build a 2026 recruiting class ranked No. 5 nationally and No. 3 in the Big Ten. The class includes five-star tight end Kendre Harrison, five-star edge rusher Richard Wesley, and four-star linebacker Tristan Phillips, who has emerged as a peer recruiter. Oregon is strongly pursuing elite prospects such as five-star safety Jett Washington and four-star safety Joey O'Brien, the top-ranked recruit in Pennsylvania. Current commits like four-star safety Xavier Lherisse have praised the program's culture, facilities, and coaching staff. The Ducks' reputation for NFL development and a welcoming environment is attracting interest from future classes, including 2027 four-star receiver Dontay Tyson. Oregon's proactive recruiting approach continues to establish them as a powerhouse in the Big Ten and national college football.