Press Release: Five-Star Defensive End Richard Wesley Keeps Recruitment Open Despite Oregon Commitment
Oregon City, OR – In a surprising twist for the Oregon Ducks, five-star defensive end Richard Wesley’s commitment is still in flux. His father, Johnathan Wesley, revealed that while they are fond of Oregon, no final decision has been reached. “We don’t have anything set in stone with Oregon… There is still some fine-tuning that we need to do,” he stated.
Although the Ducks remain a prominent option for the highly-rated recruit, Wesley plans to keep his recruitment open, actively considering other programs. Texas Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian is among those vying for Wesley’s attention. However, no official visit date has been set for Texas, with Wesley already making a notable impression during his recent unofficial visit to Oregon’s spring game.
Wesley, the nation’s No. 43 overall recruit and ranked as the No. 7 edge rusher, showed promise during his freshman campaign at Sierra Canyon in Los Angeles, achieving notable statistics including 50 total tackles and 9.5 sacks. His sophomore year continued to build his profile with 44 tackles and nine sacks. Analysts have compared him to former Duck Kayvon Thibodeaux, suggesting that he is possibly even further along in his development.
As Oregon’s recruiting efforts ramp up, the Ducks find themselves ranked fifth nationally among incoming classes, with a solid lineup including only one other five-star and several four-star commits. As the recruiting landscape evolves, all eyes will remain on Wesley, whose final announcement could significantly impact Oregon’s future on the field.
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