Akili Smith Jr., Oregon Ducks quarterback commit, throws 99-yard touchdown pass: Look

Like father, like son.

During his playing days, former Oregon Ducks star Akili Smith was known for his big arm and his knack for delivering highlight-worthy touchdowns.

Lincoln (California) quarterback Akili Smith Jr. isn't far behind in that department.

The 6-foot-5, 200-pound signal-caller and Oregon pledge is rated the nation's No. 62 overall prospect and No. 5 quarterback in the class of 2025.

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And on Friday night he provided a sliver of evidence as to why, delivering a 99-yard touchdown pass.

Check it out:

99-yard TD from Oregon commit Akili Smith Jr. to 4-star junior Drey Garner 🔥@DreydenGarner | @akilismithjr | @THEHIVEFB | @AndrewNemec

🎥 @SDPreps pic.twitter.com/2TOVvtolRS
— High School on SI (@SBLiveSports) October 7, 2023

11 + 15 = 99@THEHIVEFB | @Akilismithjr #KUSIPPR pic.twitter.com/QaykohanmQ
— Prep Pigskin Report (@KUSIPPR) October 7, 2023

Overall, Oregon's 2025 recruiting class is ranked No. 6 nationally and consists of four pledges, highlighted by the possible future connection of Smith and a pair of elite wide receivers, Tampa Bay Tech (Florida) star Dallas Wilson and Weiss (Texas) playmaker Adrian Wilson.

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