Oregon Ducks Predicted to Land Elite Dual Threat Quarterback Recruit

Four-star QB Will Mencl could be the next top QB prospect to join the Ducks' pipeline.

Feb. 6, 2026 at 3:15pm

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The Oregon Ducks are one of the top teams targeting four-star quarterback Will Mencl. After hosting Mencl for a visit, recruiting experts predict the Ducks will land his commitment. Mencl is a highly mobile dual-threat QB who had a standout junior season, passing for over 3,800 yards and 33 TDs while rushing for 741 yards and 17 scores.

Why it matters

Recruiting Mencl would be a major coup for the Ducks, who have developed a reputation as an ideal landing spot for top quarterback prospects. Oregon has sent several QBs to the NFL in recent years, including first-round picks Justin Herbert and Bo Nix. Landing Mencl would help solidify the Ducks' future at the position.

The details

Mencl is the No. 22 QB and No. 326 overall recruit in the nation. He visited Oregon's campus over the weekend, and the Ducks are now considered the favorites to land his commitment, ahead of other suitors like California. Mencl's father said the family has been impressed by Oregon's facilities and the program's consistent contact with the recruit.

  • Mencl visited Oregon over the weekend.
  • Mencl visited California just a day after his Oregon trip.

The players

Will Mencl

A four-star quarterback recruit from Arizona who is ranked as the No. 22 QB and No. 326 overall prospect in the nation.

Dan Lanning

The head coach of the Oregon Ducks football team.

Tosh Lupoi

The head coach of the California Golden Bears football team.

Steve Wiltfong

A recruiting analyst for Rivals who predicts Mencl will commit to Oregon.

Dante Moore

The starting quarterback for the Oregon Ducks, who had a breakout season in 2025 and could be a first-round NFL draft pick.

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What’s next

Mencl is expected to make his college commitment decision in the coming weeks or months.

The takeaway

Oregon has established itself as one of the premier destinations for elite quarterback prospects, and landing Mencl would further cement that reputation. His dual-threat skill set would be an ideal fit for the Ducks' offense, and he could be the next in a line of Oregon QBs to thrive and get drafted into the NFL.