Three Oregon Ducks Freshmen With the Chance of Playing Early Next Year

Oregon's 2026 recruiting class includes several top prospects who could see the field as true freshmen.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Oregon Ducks have assembled an impressive 2026 recruiting class, including several highly-touted prospects who could earn playing time as true freshmen next season. Offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho, tight end Kendre Harrison, and safety Jett Washington are three standouts who have a chance to contribute early for the Ducks.

Why it matters

Oregon has been one of the top recruiting programs in the country in recent years, and this class continues that trend. Getting key freshmen contributors can be a major boost for the Ducks as they look to compete for a Pac-12 title and College Football Playoff berth in 2026.

The details

Iheanacho was a five-star recruit and the No. 7 overall player in the 2026 class. The Maryland native will join an offensive line that has produced NFL talent like Penei Sewell. Harrison is a five-star tight end from North Carolina who excels as a blocker and vertical threat. With the departure of star tight end Kenyon Sadiq, Harrison could see the field early. Washington is a five-star safety from Las Vegas who has the size and speed to potentially earn a rotational role in the Ducks' secondary as a freshman.

  • The Oregon Ducks will open the 2026 season in September.

The players

Immanuel Iheanacho

A five-star offensive tackle recruit from Maryland, Iheanacho was rated as the No. 7 overall player in the 2026 class.

Kendre Harrison

A five-star tight end recruit from North Carolina, Harrison is a dominant blocker with the ability to stretch the field vertically.

Jett Washington

A five-star safety recruit from Las Vegas, Washington has the size and athleticism to potentially earn a rotational role in Oregon's secondary as a freshman.

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The takeaway

Oregon's 2026 recruiting class is loaded with top talent, and several of those freshmen could make an immediate impact for the Ducks next season as they look to compete for a conference title and playoff berth.