The Oregon Ducks secured the commitment of St. Paul's Episcopal (Alabama) five-star edge-rusher Anthony "Tank" Jones on Thursday when he announced his decision on ESPN's "The Pat McAfee Show."
That pledge pushed Oregon into a tie for first for the most five-star recruits in the 2026 class with Alabama at four - Jones, offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho, tight end Kendre Harrison and safety Jett Washington.
But Dan Lanning and his coaching staff aren't done yet.
On Saturday, a pair of top recruits are set to come off the board and the Ducks are in a great position for both.
Collins Hill (Georgia) four-star defensive tackle Deuce Geralds is down to LSU, Michigan, Ohio State, Ole Miss and Oregon.
While Geralds father played at Ole Miss, LSU has made him a top priority and Ohio State has been a serious threat from the jump, the Ducks are also squarely in the mix - and are considered the favorite by On3.
The 6-foot-2, 275-pound athlete has a unique skill-set as a pocket-pushing defensive lineman, registering at least 10 sacks in each of his three varsity seasons (37.5 sacks total).
Here's what 247Sports had to say, in part, about Geralds as a prospect:
"Pesky interior defender with monster year-over-year production in one of the Peach State’s highest classifications. ...Won’t blow many away with his size or length, but constantly makes an impact as both a run defender and a pass rusher with his quick hands and quick feet. ...Outstanding timing allows him to beat blockers to the edge while slick agility allows him to cut inside. ...Frequently attacks with a purpose and is quick to get into secondary moves as plays progress."
The second major announcement Saturday comes from Oaks Christian (California) elite defensive back Davon Benjamin.
The versatile 6-foot, 170-pound defensive back is a 247Sports composite five-star recruit as the nation's No. 35 overall prospect.
Long-rumored to be an Oregon lean, Benjamin is formally down to a top five of Michigan, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas and Washington.
But while Geralds still feels like it could be a battle to the end, the prevailing consensus is that Oregon is the heavy favorite to secure Benjamin, who could bolster the program's depth at multiple positions.
"Benjamin is the most versatile defensive back out West and could end up starting at corner, safety or nickel," 247Sports' Greg Biggins wrote. "A talented receiver as well and offers playmaking ability as a punt/kick returner. Plays predominately safety at the H.S level to allow him to roam sideline to sideline and take advantage of his range and ballhawk ability but has excellent man to man cover skills. Has locked up some talented receivers on the 7v7 circuit and shows the ability to play a physical game without having to clutch and grab like so many young corners. Athletically gifted, a twitchy athlete who can stop and start on a dime, change direction and has the speed to run with just about anyone down the field. Plays a physical game in run support and can fly off the hash and lay out an opposing ball carrier. A smart, high IQ football player and very instinctive. When combine his physical tools with his high compete level, it won't surprise at all if Benjamin is a potential three-and out college player and a high round NFL Draft pick."
Overall, Oregon's 2026 recruiting class consists of 16 pledges and is ranked No. 8 nationally.
But if the Ducks were to add both Geralds and Benjamin this weekend, Lanning's future talent pool would climb to No. 6.
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