Jhop Predicts: Running List of 2023 Oregon Predictions
Good morning fellow Duck fans. It’s Saturday and things are relatively quiet. But fear not, I drummed up a fun little update to pass the time.
As you are aware, with On3 we have the ability to make predictions on recruits. Our version is called ‘Recruiting Prediction Machine” or RPM for short. It is our version of the ‘Crystal Ball’ known on 247Sports.
In the past few years I’ve had a tendency to stay in my lane. Meaning mostly making picks in favor for Oregon on key Oregon targets. One of the keys to my picks is that I tend to not flip-flop my picks. I don’t have the number recorded, but it’s likely happened less than three times in the last few years. I usually set it and forget it like a Traeger.
At the moment, we don’t have a way to track an individual, so there is no way to search all of the picks I have made. In fact I might be missing some in this update. (Hopefully not.) But again, I’m only listing the 2023 recruiting predictions I’ve made that are NOT currently committed.
One prediction that will likely be noticeable, is the lack of a quarterback prediction. I did offer who I think Oregon signs, based on today’s information (Keep in mind that changes like the wind blows), however I didn’t log an actual prediction. Yet.
(Here is the prediction I am referring to.)
Currently Oregon has the No. 12 ranked class nationally and No. 2 class in the Pac-12. Keep in mind, with On3 classes aren’t based just on total points of commits. Meaning you are not rewarded for having a bunch of 3-Stars committed over a class that might only have half as many but are 4 and 5 stars.
For example, Texas Tech has 20 verbal commits but ranks No. 15, 3 spots behind Oregon who only has 6 commits.
In any event, here are the predictions I’ve currently made on 2023 targets in one easy to find location.
TE – Riley Williams
RPM: Oregon 84.7%
My Pick: 50% (Feb. 15)
Official Visit: June 24
I’ve felt Oregon has been the team to beat for a while and I’m not changing my tune now. In fact it’s probably time for me to up my percentage on that. However in fairness, I did make it about 4 months ago. But I do think Oregon has strengthened its position with Williams this Spring.
OL – Spencer Fano
RPM: Oregon 88.8%
My Pick: 75% (May 24)
Official Visit: N/A
Fano recently visited Oregon and the feeling is the staff really did a phenomenal job with him. Coach Klemm really connected with Spencer and his family. This one might not be near a decision but I do think the Ducks are in the driver’s seat currently.
OL – Logan Reichert
RPM: Oregon 89%
My Pick: 75% (May 31)
Official Visit: June 18
Another recent pick and with his visit coming soon, I think this is one we might be watching for a commitment sooner than later.
OL – Alani Noa
RPM: Oregon 99%
My Pick: 50% (Feb. 15)
Official Visit: N/A
This is one of those picks I made early on I might need to change. If Noa ends up visiting Oregon, I’ll feel better about this pick from four months ago.
OL – Landon Hatchett
RPM: Oregon 79.8%
My Pick: 50% (March 1)
Official Visit: May 13
This remains a heated Oregon vs Washington battle. Which hasn’t happened often lately. But his older brother is a Husky and Ferndale has sent a number of players to UW in the past. I still have a prediction for Oregon but it’s going to be close.
EDGE – Jayden Wayne
RPM: Oregon 50.5%
My Pick: 50% (March 15)
Official Visit: June 24
It’s Oregon or the SEC it feels like for Wayne. He does have Miami and Michigan State in his top six but it feels like Georgia and Alabama are the real threats. The real win is the fact he’ll take his last June visit with Oregon.
EDGE – Colton Vasek
RPM: Oregon 27.1%
My Pick: 65% (May 31)
Official Visit: June 17
This one looks like Oregon vs Oklahoma. It’s a tough battle that will likely hinge on his June official visits.
Def. Line – A’Mauri Washington
RPM: Oregon 90.2%
My Pick: 40% (April 26)
Official Visit: N/A
He talks a lot about Oregon. At least, that is when he talks, which isn’t often. But the Ducks have prioritized Washington since arriving, I know I’m only at 40% but I’m feeling good about my pick.
Def. Line: My’Keil Gardner
RPM: Oregon 95.4%
My Pick: 55% (April 26)
Official Visit: June 24
One of my picks I’m still feeling pretty good about. And I love that Oregon is the last June official visit. Washington and Gardner would be a stellar 1-2 punch on the defensive line haul for the Ducks.
LB: Blake Nichelson
RPM: Oregon 95.2%
My Pick: Oregon 70% (May 24)
Official Visit: June 24
Still feeling pretty good about my fairly recent pick. I get the sense Nichelson might be one of those that makes a June decision. Or possibly early July if not in June.
CB: Caleb Presley
RPM: Oregon 86.9%
My Pick: Oregon 50% (March 15)
Official Visit: N/A
It’s been a while since I made this pick and I don’t feel any more confident than I did at this time. But I do think Oregon is in a great spot and definitely don’t feel the need to change it.
SAF: Tyler Turner
RPM: Oregon 85.4%
My Pick: Oregon 60% (May 21)
Official Visit: June 24
This will be a close battle with Oklahoma which is obviously a lot closer to Texas. Still Matthew Powledge has done a great job building a strong relationship here.
