Offense

The next wave of Oregon football has landed. A promising group of 2017 signees have made their way to Eugene.Best of all, as has been the case for several years now, EVERYONE successfully enrolled at Oregon. There were a couple 'close calls' in this class, but ultimately everyone got it done.The 2017 class already has several signees on campus. That list includes quarterback Braxton Burmeister, receiver Darrian McNeal, defensive back Thomas Graham, safety Billy Gibson, defensive tackle Jordon Scott and defensive end Rutger Reitmaier.Also not listed on the 'commit list' but defensive end graduate transfer Scott Pagano is already on campus while nursing foot surgery. He remains on track to be ready this Fall.But the rest of the class was expected to report by Saturday, June 24 for their first team meeting which started at 5 PM Saturday.Let's take a look at who's coming in and where they will help this team this Fall.

With Braxton Burmeister already enrolled, there is no more help on the way at quarterback. Which keeps that group especially thin.

At running back however there is some strong help in town. CJ Verdell, Darrian Felix, Cyrus Habibi-Likio and Bruce Judson should provide more depth and keep the group deep for years to come once Royce, Kani and others leave.

Receiver sees a boost too. I think Jaylon Redd has the big-play ability to make an immediate impact of some kind. He's just a special kind of athlete. Daewood Davis and Johnny Johnson III will be interesting additions as well. Receiver is not especially deep and there are snaps to be had. Johnson has a real shot at playing with Oregon seriously lacking bigger outside targets.

Unfortunately there isn't any help at tight end on the way either.



Offensive line gets a boost too with a trio of additions. The immediate contender is JUCO signee George Moore. This was a major late addition by Mario Cristobal after his hiring. Alex Forsyth and Cody Shear are also now on campus but might be redshirt candidates given the depth ahead of them at the moment.

Popo Aumavae is a versatile two-way lineman but sources tell us he's going to get his start on offense.

Defense

With Reitmaier and Scott already on campus the lone holdover arrived Saturday. And I think folks are sleeping on Austin Foliau just a little bit. The 6-foot-4, 295-pounder was a late snag by way of Big Joe. He could end up a very special part of this defense for years to come.

LINEBACKER HELP. Merry Christmas. This is where Sampson Niu comes in. The hard-hitting fast-flying linebacker has exactly what Jim Leavitt needs. I can't imagine he sees a redshirt this season barring injury.

Isaac Slade-Matautia is going to be a good one. He might need the first year to redshirt, get healthy and get bigger. But he's a welcome addition to a position he is needed.



Defensive back is getting another boost as well. One of Oregon's top-ranked signees, Deommodore Lenoir is now in the house. And the four-star is going to play. Whether that is safety, corner or special teams, he'll be out there.

I think a lot of folks are sleeping on Nick Pickett too. He reminds me of a guy like Jordon Scott that's going to show up with a lot to prove.



Demetri Burch is a real wild card. He could play offense or defense. I'm not sure where he'll get his start but I do believe he's also a redshirt candidate.

Don't forget the kicker. When you need him most Adam Stack is the man you will all grow to appreciate. I'm not sure if he redshirts this season but I doubt he does. He can also handle punt duties.



