5-star OT Immanuel Iheanacho signs with the Oregon Ducks

Immanuel Iheanacho’s recruitment was one of the more fluid storylines in the 2026 cycle. Georgia opened as the early favorite. Penn State was firmly in the mix from the start. Maryland surged into the lead at one point. LSU made a strong push. Auburn tried to stay involved. But Oregon’s ability to get Iheanacho on campus in July before his junior season gave the Ducks critical early momentum, and Dan Lanning’s staff never let go, ultimately securing his commitment the following summer.

For a long time, distance was the biggest question surrounding Iheanacho’s process. After several trips to Eugene, that concern faded for the five-star offensive tackle out of Georgetown Prep in Maryland.

“Since I visited in the spring, I had Oregon on top and it never changed,” Iheanacho told Rivals. “LSU was great. I had a good time at Penn State and I like the coaches there. What made the most sense for me though, was Oregon. It felt different. The fit is right. I love the people. The program is what I need.”

He finalized the decision just days after wrapping up his official visits.

“I reflected after my last three visits. The flight [to Oregon] is tough, but I love it when I get there. I am excited to get there every time. I had that same feeling every time I arrived at Oregon. It has the campus, academics, facilities, city, coaches and players that I was looking for.

“Oregon is the program I want to be a part of.”

Immanuel Iheanacho’s recruitment was very fluid. It started off with Georgia being a favorite. Penn State was in this early, and always on the list. Maryland took the lead at one time. LSU was in there. Auburn tried to stay engaged. Oregon getting Iheancho in Eugene in July before his Juior season got the Ducks off to a good start, then Dan lanning and his staff rose above the rest and got his commitment in July.

Location was always in question for Inheanacho, but after multiple visits, that was no longer a question.

“Since I visited in the spring, I had Oregon on top and it never changed,” Iheanacho told Rivals. “LSU was great. I had a good time at Penn State and I like he coaches there. What made the most sense for me though, was Oregon. It felt different. The fit is right. I love the people. The program is what I need.”

The decision was finalized a few days after the official visits were completed.

“I reflected after my last three visits. The flight [to Oregon] is tough, but I love it when I get there. I am excited to get there every time. I had that same feeling every time I arrived at Oregon. It has the campus, academics, facilities, city, coaches and players that I was looking for.

“Oregon is the program I want to be a part of.”

Scouting Report

Mountain of an offensive tackle prospect. Has truly rare dimensions for a young offensive tackle. Checked in at nearly 6-foot-7, 350 pounds with startlingly 36-inch long arms and big hands prior to his junior season. Shows good flexibility and functional movement skills at his immense size. Owns one of the more powerful punches we’ve seen among offensive tackle prospects in the past few cycles. Absolutely stones defensive linemen at the point of attack. Length, hand strength, and girth create a nearly unmovable anchor.

Played on the defensive line early in his high school career, showing off some nice athleticism. Also has a basketball background. Turned in a strong showing at the Under Armour All-America Game before his senior season. Gained nearly 40 pounds as a junior, weighing in at over 380 pounds on official visits. Will need to trim down and maintain his movement skills. Must also continue improving his overall consistency in the high school football setting, but has considerable upside given his physical gifts.