Walsh Commits to Oregon Ducks' 2027 Class

Turner, Oregon, long snapper Jamison Walsh announced his commitment to the Ducks on Thursday, filling a long-snapping need for next season.

Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in People

Walsh Commits to Oregon Ducks' 2027 Class

Jamison Walsh, a tight end and defensive end at Cascade High School in Turner, announced his commitment to the University of Oregon's 2027 recruiting class on Thursday. He is set to join the Ducks as a long snapper, succeeding fifth-year starter RJ Todd, who is running out of eligibility.

Why it matters

The commitment addresses a specialist need for Oregon's program as its current long snapper approaches the end of his eligibility. It also reflects the program's emphasis on recruiting Pacific Northwest specialists, a trend tied to special teams coach Joe Lorig.

Walsh holds a 4.5-star rating from Rubio Long Snapping and ranks No. 32 nationally among long snappers in the 2027 class. Oregon's 2027 recruiting class, which includes Walsh and 25 other players, ranks No. 3 nationally according to 247Sports.

The players

Jamison Walsh

A 4.5-star long snapping prospect from Cascade High School in Turner, Oregon, ranked No. 32 nationally at his position.

Oregon Ducks

The University of Oregon's football program, which is building its 2027 recruiting class ranked No. 3 nationally by 247Sports.

Joe Lorig

Oregon's special teams coach, known for prioritizing Pacific Northwest specialists in the program's recruiting efforts.

The details

Oregon extended its first Division I offer to Walsh on Oct. 28. Walsh's commitment continues the program's pattern of seeking out Pacific Northwest specialists, with the Ducks already carrying freshman long snapper Thomas Donkerbrook from Phoenix, Arizona.

Oct. 28: Oregon extends its first Division I offer to Walsh.
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026: Walsh announces his commitment to Oregon.
2027 season: Walsh is set to join the Ducks as long snapper.

Roadmap

Walsh's commitment extends Oregon special teams coach Joe Lorig's established practice of prioritizing Pacific Northwest specialists in recruiting. The pattern places the Ducks' 2027 class within a deliberate regional strategy for filling specialist roles.

For Oregon fans, Walsh's commitment signals that the Ducks have secured a long snapper for the 2027 season. The addition gives the program a clear successor to RJ Todd as he exhausts his eligibility.