Oregon Ducks Welcome 12 Early Enrollees for Rose Bowl

The Oregon Ducks welcomed 12 early enrollees from their 2025 recruiting class to their practice ahead of the Rose Bowl against Ohio State. This group includes key positions such as quarterbacks Akili Smith Jr. and Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele, as well as offensive lineman Douglas Utu and tight end Vander Ploog. Head coach Dan Lanning emphasized the importance of early enrollment, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of the recruits from 13 different states. The Ducks, who finished the regular season undefeated and are the top seed in the College Football Playoff, are preparing intensively to maintain their competitive edge. Despite the excitement, some players recovering from injuries participated in practice, while those in the transfer portal were absent. The Ducks currently have a strong recruiting class, ranking among the top five nationally, and are poised to compete at a high level.