Oregon Ducks 5-star TE Kendre Harrison reveals new jersey number

The highly-touted freshman tight end will wear the same number as former Oregon star Kenyon Sadiq.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Oregon Ducks freshman 5-star tight end Kendre Harrison revealed on social media that he will be wearing jersey number 18 in 2026, the same number previously worn by former Oregon standout Kenyon Sadiq. Harrison is expected to fill big shoes as the top-ranked tight end in the 2026 recruiting class, though coaches caution he shouldn't be expected to immediately replicate Sadiq's success and NFL potential.

Why it matters

Harrison's jersey number choice is significant as he looks to make his mark on the Oregon program. Wearing the same number as Sadiq, a projected first-round NFL draft pick, puts added pressure and expectations on the young tight end to live up to the legacy of his predecessor.

The details

Harrison, a 6-foot-7 true freshman, is taking over the No. 18 jersey that was previously worn by Kenyon Sadiq, who was one of the best tight ends in college football. While the coaches don't want to place unfair expectations on Harrison, the young player will undoubtedly be compared to Sadiq given the shared jersey number.

  • On February 11, 2026, Harrison revealed his jersey number on social media.

The players

Kendre Harrison

A 5-star true freshman tight end for the Oregon Ducks, ranked as the top TE in the 2026 recruiting class.

Kenyon Sadiq

A former star tight end for the Oregon Ducks who is projected to be a first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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The takeaway

While Kendre Harrison has big shoes to fill in taking over Kenyon Sadiq's old jersey number, the Oregon coaching staff is cautioning against placing too many expectations on the young tight end. Harrison will need time to develop and establish his own legacy with the Ducks, separate from the success of his predecessor.