I caught up with Graham again to get some details about where Oregon stands and where he plans to take his OV's.

Thomas Graham update

We're back with another episode of the Commitment Issues Podcast, where we talk about the biggest stories of the week in recruiting. Of interest to Oregon fans is our conversation about Ryan Kelley's decommitment, as well as a discussion on Tate Martell and the Ducks' interest level. Worth noting that we recorded this before Martell decommitted, but you can tell from our talk that it was expected.

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Here's a rundown of the topics on this week's show:
OPEN - Demetris Robertson commits to Cal -- some stories from behind-the-scenes.
7:40 - QB Carosuel
Lowell Narcisse to LSU
11:05 - Auburn: Making a play for Kellen Mond?
13:55 - Alabama: Is Tua Tagaluloao right fit?
17:25 - Kentucky: Will Mac Jones now locked in?
19:35 - Arizona State: Ryan Kelly: Bro or close hipster?
21:00 - Oregon: Will Tate Martell's campaign work?
24:10 - Return of Satellite camps

Let me start by saying I'm trying really hard to be optimistic...but, also realistic. I am sure many will hate that! Let's try to have a discussion...

I look at this to be a challenging year. Starts in the trenches and I think we're a year away. Three new starters on the offensive line and several RS freshmen in the two deep. New starting QB. Awesome running backs and receivers. But those skill players are only as good as the holes to run through and time to throw. I think we'll look great against some teams and struggle against good defenses. Guys on the d-line who may be a year away and a new system. LB's mostly unproven.

Schedule ends tough -except for the Beavers. ASU; USC; Stanford; Utah. And I think we lose at least one game we should win. All in all, I think 8-4. Just can't see winning the north or the conference.

Saw this on free content, another site. Maybe where he should have been all along? Can't say enough good things about Kelly and his loyalty to Oregon. It might take some time, but Alex could be a really good OG with time. I never felt like he had the "quicks" to play D, and the same might be said for another 49R/Duck who coulda been a great OL, good DL.

Is Short on Duck's radar, or has he visited lately. Gorney thinks decommiting from UCLA may have something to do with Oregon interest.

So, I posit the question, vote on the most likely next commit. Your answers will be the basis of one of my articles next week!

Scott- Kudos to you for focusing on synergy vs. momentum. Major factor in recruiting that many forget about.

Very well done!

Ok State. Crutin can be crazy.

Destrehan WR Michael Young did not hold back about how much he liked Saturday's visit for the Spring Game. Ducks in a Top Three (that doesn't exist).

Young raves

ASU. His trips to Autzen will be fun.
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I caught up with Coach Hoke after the game to talk defense.

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1st Team All Pac-12

2nd Team All American


Does not get drafted.

Why?

Thanks,

Corey

Some interesting stuff from Elijah from after the Spring Game.

Elijah Molden enjoys Eugene trip

They made it through the regionals and are on their way to NCAA finals.

Watching this I can't find much to complain about. His level of competition is not as high as some Cali players but is still above what guys face here in the northwest. What do you guys think?

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Has de-committed from Oregon. Not very clear why so trying to work on that.

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So, today I use Ten Recruiting Thoughts to discuss the QB situation. There are nine QB's and one other player discussed.

Check it out

Flock Talk: QB Frenzy

I wrote this prior to the news of Martell's decommit, but it still stands as a basic analysis of the prospect. With the 'all in' approach the staff took with Ryan Kelley (the right decision, by the way) and the sparse number of elite level QB's still uncommitted, the Ducks, if they are going to sign a QB in this class (not a slam dunk at this point), might need to look toward a project QB who will be okay with the concept of sitting and learning for a couple of years.

So today I looked at one closer to home for Oregon, Connor Neville. There is a reason many analysts got excited by his camp performance at the Rivals QB Challenge last summer - and a reason why we should be wary of getting too hyped on singular performances in controlled environments.

Neville definitely improved between his sophomore and junior seasons, but there are still a lot of things which will need work before he steps onto the field in the Pac-12. Normally I do not profile committed prospects, but given the unique nature of the suddenly open QB spot and Neville's proximity to Oregon, I thought, what the heck.

Anyway, here is the article:

Prospect Profile: Connor Neville

https://n.rivals.com/content/prospects/5647

This kid can play, only 6'0 but he has a cannon and can really run. Coach Yost get on it!


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This may have already been reported but it seems that Martell is officially gone from TAM. http://www.oregonlive.com/recruitin...ell_5-star_qb_and_pos.html#incart_river_index

The WR coach (Aaron Morehead) called him out via Twitter...things about loyalty and what not........and I personally think that the TAM coach said what most of us want to say:

I feel sorry for ppl who never understand loyalty. I can't really even vibe with u. At the end of the day trust is & everything else is BS

and:

LMAO...how dumb can you be! What part of Social Media, especially Twitter, don't you get!? Texas A&M WR coach Aaron Moorehead is definitely having a bad day...

This could be another feather in the cap for both Hayward Field and the Eugene economy.
The idea involves the creation of a professional team track league consisting of four cities, New York, Philadelphia, Portland and San Francisco. With the national championship at Hayward Field. I can't comment on whether or not it will be successful, but it is very creative. I will still prefer college track, but you can bet that I'll be cheering for ....the team from the Bay!....we might have some fun with that.