JacQawn McRoy, nation's No. 3 offensive tackle, commits to Oregon Ducks

Clay-Chalkville (Alabama) four-star offensive tackle JacQawn McRoy is the nation's No. 59 overall prospect

During the Mario Cristobal era, the Oregon Ducks were known for recruiting high-end offensive linemen, highlighted by rising NFL star Penei Sewell.

Upon his departure, many wondered what would happen to Oregon's recruiting momentum with that ever-important position group.

Turns out, Dan Lanning and his coaching staff aren't missing a beat.

On Saturday, Clay-Chalkville (Alabama) four-star offensive lineman JacQawn McRoy, the nation's No 59 overall prospect and No. 3 offensive tackle, committed to the Ducks: 

The mammoth 6-foot-8, 365-pound lineman took June official visits to Arkansas, Kentucky, Ole Miss and Oregon, but also held offers from Auburn, Clemson, LSU, Miami, Nebraska, Tennessee and others.

Oregon first gained serious momentum with McRoy during a spring unofficial visit, then hosted him on an official visit June 23 - his last trip.

Shortly thereafter, McRoy set a commitment date - and all signs pointed to Oregon.

With McRoy in the fold, Lanning's 2024 recruiting class moves from No. 9 to No. 8, eclipsing LSU in the process.

Here's what 247Sports had to say about McRoy as a prospect:

"... Possesses a massive frame with limited to no growth potential to add weight to his frame. Flashes good athleticism at the right and left tackle position. ...Displays good foot and body quickness for his size, shows the ability to explode into both his run and pass sets. Has a tendency to play a little high off the line of scrimmage but overcompensates with size and frame. More of a leaner at the point of attack but flashes some power in his hands and ability to naturally move defenders off the line of scrimmage. Shows the ability to play in space at the second level and doesn’t appear to be limited to only playing in a power scheme at the next level. Reactionary athlete that bends well for his size and possesses some quick twitch traits in the upper and lower body. ...Although he will need some physical and technical refinement at the next level, McRoy possesses a combination of size and athleticism at the right tackle position that is certain to excel at the next level."

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