Oregon Lands 2027 Texas Running Back Commit

CaDarius McMiller, a 4-star prospect, chooses the Ducks over other in-state offers.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The University of Oregon has secured a verbal commitment from 2027 running back CaDarius McMiller, a 4-star prospect from Tyler, Texas. McMiller chose the Ducks over offers from Texas, Texas A&M, and SMU, among others.

Why it matters

This commitment adds a talented running back to Oregon's 2027 recruiting class, which is currently ranked 21st nationally. McMiller's blazing speed and production at the high school level make him a valuable addition to the Ducks' future backfield.

The details

As a junior in 2025, the 6-foot-1, 195-pound McMiller rushed for 939 yards and 20 total touchdowns, averaging 8.7 yards per carry. He has also run the 100-meter dash in under 11 seconds, with a personal best of 10.59 seconds.

  • McMiller verbally committed to Oregon on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

CaDarius McMiller

A 4-star running back prospect in the 2027 class from Tyler, Texas, who committed to the University of Oregon over offers from Texas, Texas A&M, and SMU.

Oregon Ducks

The University of Oregon football program, which has secured a verbal commitment from 2027 running back CaDarius McMiller.

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What they’re saying

“Oregon landed a verbal pledge from 2027 running back CaDarius McMiller on Saturday afternoon to give the program a fifth commitment in the class.”

— Erik Skopil, Author (247sports.com)

The takeaway

This commitment strengthens Oregon's 2027 recruiting class, adding a talented running back with impressive speed and production at the high school level. The Ducks continue to build for the future with this latest addition.