Oregon Wraps Up 2026 Recruiting Class with Late Additions, Top-3 National Ranking
National Signing Day in February may not carry the same weight it once did - thanks to the early signing period in December - but Oregon made sure the traditional date still meant something. The Ducks added two final pieces to their 2026 recruiting class on February 4, officially closing the book on another top-tier haul under head coach Dan Lanning.
And let’s be clear: Oregon didn’t just fill out the roster - they made a statement.
Final Additions Bring Depth and Versatility
Oregon’s last-day additions addressed two areas of need. The Ducks signed three-star defensive lineman Anthony Jones - not to be confused with five-star edge rusher Anthony “Tank” Jones - providing more muscle up front. They also officially inked four-star running back Brandon Smith, a January commit who gives Oregon another dynamic option in the backfield.
With those two signings, Oregon’s 2026 class is complete, and barring any late portal movement, the roster looks set heading into the fall.
Another Top-10 Class - With Star Power to Match
Dan Lanning continues to show he’s not just building a team - he’s building a program. Oregon’s 2026 class lands inside the top 10 nationally once again, and this one might be his most balanced group yet. The Ducks leaned heavily into the trenches and secondary, while also reloading with elite skill players.
Headlining the class is Immanuel Iheanacho, a 6-foot-6, 345-pound monster on the interior offensive line and the No. 1 IOL prospect in the country. He’s the kind of foundational piece you build an entire offensive identity around.
Then there’s Kendre Harrison, a 6-7 tight end who plans to play basketball at Oregon as well - a rare dual-sport athlete with the frame and athleticism to make an immediate impact on the gridiron. Add in five-star wideout Jalen Lott and edge rusher Tank Jones, and you’ve got four five-star recruits anchoring a class that’s both top-heavy and deep.
Let’s break it down by position.
Position-by-Position Grades
Quarterback: D
This is the one blemish on the class.
Oregon’s lone QB commit, Bryson Beaver, decommitted and hit the transfer portal, eventually landing at Georgia. That stings.
But the Ducks did grab Dylan Raiola via the portal and still have a young, talented QB room. Still, from a pure recruiting standpoint, this was a miss.
Running Back: A
The late signing of Brandon Smith was a clutch move.
Combine him with four-star Tradarian Ball, and Oregon has two promising backs to help restock a room that lost key contributors from 2025. Back-to-back years with solid freshman backs - that’s how you build sustainable depth.
Offensive Line: A
Iheanacho is the crown jewel, but this whole group looks the part.
Tommy Tofi and Koloi Keli bring size and upside, and Oregon added real depth to a spot that’s always in demand. This group is big, physical, and ready to compete.
Tight End: A
Only one tight end signed, but it’s a big one - literally and figuratively.
Kendre Harrison has the tools to contribute right away, and his dual-sport background speaks to his athleticism. He’s a matchup nightmare waiting to happen.
Wide Receiver: A
Oregon may have missed on a couple of top targets, but they still landed a strong trio.
Jalen Lott is a five-star with game-breaking speed, Messiah Hampton brings polish and route-running savvy, and Hudson Lewis adds depth. Lott, in particular, is a name to watch early.
Defensive Line: B
The Ducks needed help here, and they got it.
Local standout Tony Cumberland leads the group, and both Prince Tavizon and Anthony Jones could see early snaps given the current depth situation. It’s not an elite haul, but it’s a solid one.
Linebacker: B
Oregon brought in length and upside with Braylon Hodge and Tristan Phillips, both standing 6-3. Neither is a plug-and-play star just yet, but there’s a lot to like in terms of athletic profile and long-term potential.
Cornerback: B
Four-stars Davon Benjamin and Azel Banag give the Ducks two developmental corners with strong upside. With veterans Brandon Finney and Ify Obidegwu returning, there’s no rush - which is ideal for grooming young DBs the right way.
Safety: A
This might be the most underrated group in the class.
Oregon signed three four-star safeties: Jett Washington, Xavier Lherisse, and Devin Jackson. Washington, in particular, stands out - he’s 6-5 and could be a serious weapon in the secondary or even in hybrid roles.
This is a group that could define the future of Oregon’s back end.
Specialists: N/A
No specialists signed in this class.
National Standing: Ducks Land at No. 3
According to the 247Sports Composite, Oregon’s 2026 class ranks No. 3 nationally, trailing only USC and Alabama. But here’s the kicker - the Ducks have the highest average recruit rating in the country.
USC signed 13 more players, and Alabama added three more, giving them the edge in volume. But pound for pound, Oregon’s class is as elite as it gets.
Who’s Coming to Eugene?
Here’s a look at the full 2026 signing class, with rankings via 247Sports Composite:
| Player | Position | High School | National Rank / Pos Rank | Stars |
|---|
| Immanuel Iheanacho | OL | Georgetown Prep (MD) | No. 11 / No.
1 | ★★★★★ | | Jalen Lott | WR | Frisco Panther Creek (TX) | No.
19 / No. 3 | ★★★★★ |
| Anthony “Tank” Jones | Edge | St. Paul’s Episcopal (AL) | No.
33 / No. 7 | ★★★★★ |
| Kendre Harrison | TE | Reidsville (NC) | No. 34 / No.
3 | ★★★★★ | | Jett Washington | S | Bishop Gorman (NV) | No.
39 / No. 3 | ★★★★☆ |
| Tony Cumberland | DL | Willamette (OR) | No. 60 / No.
5 | ★★★★☆ | | Devin Jackson | S | The First Academy (FL) | No.
62 / No. 5 | ★★★★☆ |
| Davon Benjamin | CB | Oaks Christian (CA) | No. 83 / No.
9 | ★★★★☆ | | Tommy Tofi | OL | Archbishop Riordan (CA) | No.
87 / No. 3 | ★★★★☆ |
| Tradarian Ball | RB | Texas High (TX) | No. 125 / No.
10 | ★★★★☆ | | Messiah Hampton | WR | James Monroe (NY) | No.
146 / No. 22 | ★★★★☆ |
| Braylon Hodge | LB | Cherry Creek (CO) | No. 214 / No.
12 | ★★★★☆ | | Xavier Lherisse | S | Eau Gallie (FL) | No.
244 / No. 23 | ★★★★☆ |
| Brandon Smith | RB | Central East (CA) | No. 262 / No.
19 | ★★★★☆ | | Azel Banag | CB | A.C.
Flora (SC) | No. 272 / No.
29 | ★★★★☆ | | Prince Tavizon | DL | Lincoln (CA) | No.
331 / No. 34 | ★★★★☆ |
| Tristan Phillips | LB | Ventura (CA) | No. 436 / No.
34 | ★★★★☆ | | Anthony Jones | DL | Crean Lutheran (CA) | No.
479 / No. 53 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Dutch Horisk | Edge | St. John Bosco (CA) | No.
897 / No. 86 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Koloi Keli | OL | Farrington (HI) | No. 1,037 / No.
81 | ★★★☆☆ | | Hudson Lewis | WR | Timberline (ID) | No.
1,351 / No. 191 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Trevon Watson | CB (JUCO) | College of San Mateo (CA) | No. 53 / No.
6 (JUCO) | ★★★☆☆ |
Final Word
Oregon’s 2026 class checks just about every box. It’s got star power, depth, and positional balance.
Dan Lanning continues to establish Oregon as not just a West Coast power, but a national recruiting force. The Ducks are recruiting like a team that expects to be in the College Football Playoff conversation every year - and with classes like this, they just might be.
The future in Eugene