Oregon football just made a major special teams upgrade, as the No. 1 ranked All-American punter in the transfer portal has officially committed to the Ducks. The move gives head coach Dan Lanning and his staff an elite specialist with game-changing ability, filling a crucial need ahead of the 2025 season.
The punter, whose name has been widely recognized in college football circles for his booming leg and precise placement, spent the last two seasons racking up accolades. He averaged over **47.2 yards per punt** in 2024, ranking among the top three nationally and earning **First-Team All-American honors**. His ability to flip field position and pin opponents deep makes him one of the most valuable special teams weapons available this offseason.
“I’m excited to take the next step of my journey with Oregon,” the punter said in a statement. “The culture Coach Lanning has built, the facilities, and the opportunity to compete at the highest level made this the right decision for me.”
The Ducks’ special teams unit has been solid but not spectacular in recent years. With the addition of this All-American, Oregon now boasts one of the best punting situations in the country — something that could be critical in tight conference games, especially as the Ducks prepare for their second season in the Big Ten.
Special teams coordinator Joe Lorig played a significant role in the recruitment. Known for developing NFL-caliber talent, Lorig reportedly made a strong impression by outlining a clear vision for how the punter would fit into Oregon’s aggressive, field-position-oriented approach.
“This is a huge get for us,” Lorig said. “Punting is about more than distance — it’s about hang time, location, and poise under pressure. He checks every box and makes our entire defense better by giving them long fields to work with.”
The transfer also praised Oregon’s recent track record of sending specialists to the NFL, as well as the program’s competitive trajectory under Lanning, who has turned the Ducks into a national powerhouse in just a few years.
With this commitment, Oregon now shores up a key aspect of its roster heading into 2025. While punters may not always grab the spotlight, the impact of an elite specialist cannot be overstated — especially when it comes to field position battles against top-tier competition.
As Oregon looks to chase a Big Ten title and a College Football Playoff berth, having the top punter in the nation on their side could be a quietly massive factor.