Rivals Analyst Breaks Down Oregon's Top 2027 Recruiting Targets

Brandon Huffman joins ScoopDuck to discuss Will Mencl, Noah Roberts, and the Ducks' 2027 class

Mar. 10, 2026 at 1:49am

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ScoopDuck's Max Torres sits down with Rivals national recruiting analyst Brandon Huffman to discuss the latest in Oregon's 2027 recruiting class. They dive into top Arizona targets like 5-star QB Will Mencl and 4-star RB Noah Roberts, as well as Oregon's current No. 10 ranked recruiting class and the importance of official visits for the Ducks' top targets across the country.

Why it matters

As the recruiting dead period ends, Oregon is set to host a number of high-profile recruits on campus during spring football practice. Huffman's insights provide valuable perspective on some of the Ducks' top priorities in the 2027 class and the recruiting landscape they are navigating.

The details

Huffman and Torres discuss Oregon's pursuit of 5-star Chandler (Ariz.) QB Will Mencl and 4-star Chandler (Ariz.) Basha RB Noah Roberts, two of the Ducks' top Arizona targets. They also break down Oregon's current No. 10 ranked 2027 recruiting class, which features five verbal commitments, and the importance of official visits for the Ducks' top targets across the country as the quiet period begins and spring visits resume.

  • The recruiting dead period is over, allowing recruits to make visits to Eugene during spring football practice.

The players

Brandon Huffman

Rivals national recruiting analyst who recently joined the team.

Max Torres

ScoopDuck Oregon Football and Recruiting reporter who hosts the Ducks Dish Podcast.

Will Mencl

5-star quarterback from Chandler, Arizona who is a top target for Oregon in the 2027 class.

Noah Roberts

4-star running back from Chandler Basha High School in Arizona, another top priority for the Ducks in 2027.

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What they’re saying

“As the recruiting dead period ends, recruits will be making the trip out to Eugene to visit Oregon during spring football practice.”

— Brandon Huffman, Rivals national recruiting analyst

What’s next

Oregon will look to host Will Mencl, Noah Roberts, and other top 2027 targets on official visits in the coming months as they aim to build on their current No. 10 ranked recruiting class.

The takeaway

With the recruiting dead period over, Oregon is poised to make a major push for some of the top talent in the 2027 class, particularly in talent-rich Arizona. Huffman's insights highlight the importance of these upcoming spring visits and official trips in shaping the Ducks' future roster.