Oregon Ducks strike out on trio of 2027 blue-chip recruits
The Oregon Ducks faced setbacks in their recruiting efforts for the 2027 class, missing out on three highly sought-after blue-chip recruits. Four-star defensive lineman Tevita Nonu committed to Washington, while running back Javian Jones-Priest chose Virginia Tech. Additionally, offensive tackle Jake Hildebrand opted for Arizona State, further dampening the Ducks' momentum after a strong start earlier in the month.
- ▪The Ducks missed out on three recruits they were pursuing heavily.
- ▪Tevita Nonu, a four-star defensive lineman, committed to Washington over Oregon.
- ▪Javian Jones-Priest, a four-star running back, chose Virginia Tech after visiting them twice.
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