Oregon Ducks Host Major Recruiting Weekend

Coach Dan Lanning looks to build on top-5 recruiting class with key targets visiting campus

Mar. 17, 2026 at 12:04am

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The Oregon Ducks football program is hosting a major recruiting weekend as head coach Dan Lanning and his staff look to add to their 2026 recruiting class, which ranked 4th nationally. Key targets visiting include 4-star linebacker AJ Randle Jr., 4-star wide receiver Blake Wong, and 4-star athlete Tae Walden Jr.

Why it matters

Strong recruiting is crucial for the Ducks to maintain their status as a top program in the Pac-12 and nationally. Lanning has made it a priority to bring in elite talent, especially at key positions like linebacker and wide receiver. Landing these high-profile recruits could give Oregon a major boost heading into the 2026 season.

The details

The Ducks are hosting several top prospects this weekend, including AJ Randle Jr., the 4th-ranked linebacker in the 2027 class. Randle has offers from top programs like Florida and Alabama, but the Ducks are hoping their connections to Nike and track program will give them an edge. They're also targeting 4-star WR Blake Wong, who had a monster junior season, and 4-star athlete Tae Walden Jr., who the Ducks see as a defensive player.

  • The Oregon spring game is on the horizon, prompting Lanning to host these key recruits.
  • The Ducks made a strong impression on the recruits over the weekend of March 17, 2026.

The players

Dan Lanning

The head football coach of the Oregon Ducks, who is leading the program's recruiting efforts.

AJ Randle Jr.

A 4-star linebacker in the 2027 recruiting class, ranked 4th at his position nationally.

Blake Wong

A 4-star wide receiver in the 2027 class, who had a standout junior season with 84 receptions for 1,470 yards and 20 touchdowns.

Tae Walden Jr.

A 4-star athlete in the 2027 class, who the Ducks are recruiting as a defensive player after a strong junior season with 28 tackles, 17 pass breakups, and 5 interceptions.

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What they’re saying

“It's a nice place, it's a college town, but it has so many nice things due to the connections and proximity to Nike Headquarters, and how many of those Nike natives ran for Oregon Track, it's great for marketability and resources.”

— AJ Randle Jr.

What’s next

The Ducks will look to officially secure commitments from these top recruits in the coming months leading up to National Signing Day.

The takeaway

Oregon's ability to attract elite talent at key positions like linebacker and wide receiver is crucial for the Ducks to maintain their status as a Pac-12 and national contender under head coach Dan Lanning.