Braylon Hodge is a Rivals 4-Star, and the No. 9 ranked linebacker in the US. He is ranked the No. 1 player in Colorado, and was offered by Texas, Michigan, Iowa, and Missouri.

This moves Oregon up to No. 3 in the nation for the 2026 class.

Note we have the fewest commits in the top-9, and the best average.

Loving the quality over quantity approach. USC 34 commits? Sheesh.

As we have seen, this is like getting pinned and/or engaged to be engaged.

Although the Ducks seem to be able to keep more promisees than others.

"Previously committed to Michigan State."

Still stealing Johnathan Smith's lunch.

32 minutes ago, The Kamikaze Kid said:

Loving the quality over quantity approach. USC 34 commits? Sheesh.

Put all 34 on the D-side of the ball in South Bend, and the Domers would still rush for 500+ yards.

I still don't want to see USC anywhere near the top. As fun as it is to make poke at them, they are a sleeping giant.

Given the inexact science of recruiting, taking in that many will likely yield fruit. That's a lot of 4-stars, an it appears Georgia is taking the same approach.

Love seeing Oregon in the Top 5. Always a great place to be.

No worries, USC has so much room because of all the portal transfers out last year. I have all the confidence in a new wave leaving in a few months!

2 hours ago, The Kamikaze Kid said:

Loving the quality over quantity approach. USC 34 commits? Sheesh.

It's called desperation.

From an On3 analyst about Braylon Hodge...

"Braylon Hodge was a big upwards mover in our September Rivals300 update. After going through his early senior film, it's easy to see why Oregon and other programs made him a priority this fall. Hodge plays fast and shows the speed to run sideline to sideline. He triggers quickly and looks to have quality instincts.

He's a physical striker and brings some pop at the point of attack, which is obviously key for LB prospects. Looks pretty comfortable playing in space. Overall, it's easy to see him as a good fit in Dan Lanning's defense. Added bonus that he's from the West region and ranks as Rivals' top LB out West."