Top 2028 QB Recruit Tabron Linked to 3 Major Programs

Four-star quarterback Donald Tabron II is being heavily recruited by Oregon, Texas A&M, and Auburn.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 5:49am

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Donald Tabron II, a four-star quarterback prospect ranked as the No. 3 QB and No. 27 overall player in the 2028 recruiting class, has received significant interest from three major college football programs - Oregon, Texas A&M, and Auburn. Tabron, a 6'4" 190-pound rising junior from Detroit, has already visited each of these schools and is being heavily recruited despite still having over a year and a half until the 2028 early signing period.

Why it matters

Landing top quarterback recruits like Tabron is crucial for major college football programs as they look to build their future rosters. The competition to sign elite QB prospects is fierce, and Tabron's recruitment highlights the intense battle between top programs to secure commitments from the best high school talent.

The details

Tabron burst onto the scene as a freshman in 2024, throwing for 1,656 yards, 17 touchdowns and 7 interceptions while leading Cass Tech to a Michigan Division I state championship. He followed that up with 2,819 passing yards and 35 touchdowns as a sophomore. Oregon, Texas A&M, and Auburn have all extended scholarship offers to Tabron and are considered the frontrunners in his recruitment at this stage.

  • Tabron received his Oregon offer in early May 2025.
  • Tabron visited Oregon at the end of January 2026.
  • Tabron received his Texas A&M offer after visiting their game against Mississippi State in early October 2025.
  • Auburn offered Tabron his scholarship in June 2024.

The players

Donald Tabron II

A four-star quarterback prospect ranked as the No. 3 QB and No. 27 overall player in the 2028 recruiting class. The 6'4", 190-pound rising junior from Detroit, Michigan has already established himself as one of the top high school quarterbacks in the country.

Dan Lanning

The head coach of the Oregon Ducks football team.

Alex Golesh

The head football coach of the Auburn Tigers.

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What they’re saying

“Tabron II is a tall pocket passer that can feed his playmakers. He's efficient with his feet and stays on-schedule.”

— Andrew Ivins, 247Sports director of scouting

What’s next

Tabron II is expected to continue visiting the three major programs recruiting him heavily - Oregon, Texas A&M, and Auburn - as he narrows down his college decision over the next year and a half leading up to the 2028 early signing period.

The takeaway

Tabron's recruitment showcases the intense competition between elite college football programs to land top-tier quarterback prospects. His combination of size, skill, and production has made him a highly coveted target, and the schools vying for his commitment are hoping to secure a potential program-changing talent for their future.