Oregon in the mix for top defensive recruit from Washington
Oregon is engaged in a recruiting battle along the border, having been named a finalist for 4-star DL Tevita Nonu from Washington.
The 2027 recruiting class that the Oregon Ducks have put together so far has been nationwide. The Ducks have 13 commits in their class from 11 different states, including Oregon. However, they haven't added to the flock from up north yet, but that could be changing soon.
Four-star defensive lineman Tevita Nonu unveiled his final five in recruitment on Wednesday, including the Ducks, as he closes in on a decision. Oregon will have to battle Notre Dame, Michigan, Arizona and in-state Washington for the defender from Seattle. Nonu is the top-rated defensive player from Washington in the 2027 recruiting cycle.
He is the No. 216 overall player in the class and No. 23 defensive lineman, per Rivals.
The 6-foot-4, 270-pound defensive lineman hopes to play right away, and since Oregon is set to lose four starters up front after the upcoming season, the Ducks are a realistic landing spot. Seattle (Wash. ) O'Dea four-star defensive lineman Tevita Nonu, the top defensive recruit in Washington, announced his final five on Wednesday.