Oregon Pursuing Top Alabama QB Recruit Trent Seaborn

The Ducks are making a strong push to flip the highly-touted quarterback from the SEC powerhouse.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The Oregon Ducks are actively recruiting Alabama quarterback commit Trent Seaborn, a highly-touted prospect from Thompson High School in Alabaster, Alabama. Despite Seaborn's longstanding commitment to the Crimson Tide, Oregon is building a strong relationship with him and hoping to flip him to join their 2027 recruiting class.

Why it matters

Landing Seaborn would be a major coup for Oregon, as he is one of the top quarterback recruits in the country with offers from numerous elite programs. Flipping a high-profile Alabama commit would demonstrate Oregon's ability to compete with the SEC powers on the recruiting trail.

The details

Seaborn has been committed to Alabama since October 2025, but Oregon originally offered him a scholarship back in 2023. He took an unofficial visit to Eugene in May 2025 and has maintained a connection with the Ducks' coaching staff. Even after Alabama legend Nick Saban retired and Kalen DeBoer took over, Seaborn has remained committed to the Crimson Tide. However, Oregon is now making a strong push to change his mind and bring him to the Pac-12.

  • Seaborn committed to Alabama in October 2025.
  • Oregon originally offered Seaborn a scholarship in 2023.
  • Seaborn took an unofficial visit to Oregon in May 2025.

The players

Trent Seaborn

A highly-touted quarterback recruit from Thompson High School in Alabaster, Alabama who has been committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide since October 2025.

Dan Lanning

The head coach of the Oregon Ducks, who is leading the charge to flip Seaborn from Alabama.

Kalen DeBoer

The current head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, who took over the program after the retirement of legendary coach Nick Saban.

Nick Saban

The former legendary head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, who retired prior to the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“It was kind of funny; I didn't think if Coach Saban had stayed, I would've looked anywhere else, college or recruiting-wise. But when he eventually retired, I had to start looking for other options.”

— Trent Seaborn (BamaCentral)

What’s next

Oregon will continue to build its relationship with Seaborn and make a strong push to flip him from his Alabama commitment. The Ducks have yet to land a quarterback in their 2027 recruiting class, so landing Seaborn would be a major priority.

The takeaway

Oregon's pursuit of Trent Seaborn highlights the Ducks' ambition to compete with the SEC powers on the recruiting trail. Flipping a high-profile Alabama commit would be a significant win for the Oregon program as they look to build on their recent success.