Ducks 2027 recruit target releases commitment date
One of the Oregon's top defensive targets in the 2027 class has announced his commitment date. The Ducks are a finalist among five other programs.
Early in March, the Oregon Ducks locked in an official visit with 2027 four-star linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield on June 5. Nearly a month later, Mayfield has targeted a commitment date, revealing that he'll choose his collegiate program on July 17. That July date comes after he's scheduled for official visits with Indiana (April 17), Miami (May 29), Georgia (June 12) and Kentucky (June 19) — all of which are included in the standout linebackers' list of the final five finalists alongside Oregon.
The effort to reel in the commitment of Mayfield is well worth it, as he's the No. 18 linebacker and No. 207 player nationally, per 247 Sports Composite.
He competes for Lincolnton High School in North Carolina, where he's the eighth-ranked player in the state. As a sophomore in 2024, Mayfield totaled 109 tackles, 19 tackles for loss and 10 sacks, dominating the competition and solidifying himself as one of the top players at his position in the class. 🚨NEWS🚨 4-star LB Jalaythan Mayfield will announce his commitment on July 17, @SWiltfong_ reports ⏳ His finalists: Miami, Oregon, Kentucky, Georgia, and Indiana Read: https://t.
co/Ji8GQ6A9ex pic. twitter. com/E7SwwPUL9v — Rivals (@Rivals) April 1, 2026 As for what the 6-foot-1, 215-pounder is looking for with the program that he chooses, Mayfield cited relationships and the ability to help him reach his high-end goals as a main proponent.