Oregon Ducks Face Recruiting Challenges with Decommitments
In a surprising turn of events, the Oregon Ducks football program is grappling with setbacks in their recruiting efforts for the 2025 class. The recent decommitment of 3-star offensive lineman Chavez ‘Sandman’ Thompson has raised eyebrows and sparked concerns among fans and analysts alike.
Thompson, once a steadfast commitment to the Ducks since May of the previous year, announced his decision to reopen his recruitment on Monday afternoon. Ranked as the No. 687 overall recruit in the nation and the No. 51 interior offensive lineman in the 2025 cycle, Thompson’s departure leaves a noticeable void in Oregon’s recruiting class.
This development comes on the heels of another blow to the Ducks’ recruiting efforts, as 4-star wide receiver Adrian Wilson recently flipped his commitment to Arizona State. Wilson’s decision to switch allegiances added to the challenges facing the Ducks’ coaching staff.
With Thompson’s departure, the Ducks now find themselves with five verbal commitments in the class of 2025. However, the loss of key prospects like Thompson and Wilson has undoubtedly left a dent in the team’s recruiting class.
Despite these setbacks, Oregon still boasts promising commitments in their 2025 class. Headlining the group are 5-star wide receiver Dallas Wilson and 4-star quarterback Akili Smith Jr., both of whom bring immense talent and potential to the program.
Recruiting is often a tumultuous journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, and the Ducks are no strangers to its unpredictability. As they navigate the challenges posed by recent decommitments, the coaching staff remains focused on bolstering their recruiting efforts and securing top-tier talent for the future of Oregon football.
