Oregon recruiting hits 88 miles an hour this weekend with a star-studded guest list, two weeks of lightning intensity between now and the Spring Game on April 26 with the NFL draft sandwiched in between.
Among the visitors this Friday and Saturday as the Ducks take the field for the second scrimmage of spring is Jax Tanner, a 6-4, 280 offensive lineman and the Idaho State Gatorade Player of the Year.
From Rocky Mountain High School in Meridian, Idaho, Tanner recorded 115 pancake blocks last season while leading his team to the State 6A semifinal.
Named to the Sports Illustrated/SB Live All-America team, one of 37 players chosen, Turner has 24 scholarship offers including Oregon, Michigan, Tennessee, Auburn and Penn State.
Where’s HOME?? 🏡@gorockyfootball @208ITTA @BrandonHuffman @SWiltfong_ @adamgorney @334_Designs pic.twitter.com/naeHcgagLf
— Jax Tanner (@JaxTanner0) April 17, 2025
He's made multiple trips to Eugene during his recruitment, coming out for Junior Day in January and the November 9 game against Maryland, witnessing a 39-18 Oregon victory.
He competes in track for the Grizzlies, throwing the shot and discus. Last season he even entered the 100 meters in an early season meet, gamely finishing in 12.66. It's good for a lineman to take on challenges like that.
His father Mike is the Rocky Mountain High linebackers coach.
Timberline coach Ian Smart told Michael Lycklama of the Idaho Statesman, “Jax is one of the most versatile offensive linemen I have coached against. He is equal parts strong, athletic and physical.
“As you prepare to play that team, creating a plan to deal with Jax is at the top of the list. He will certainly become a major contributor when he arrives at the next level.”
Oregon is recruiting a number of blue-chip, high-profile prospects in the 2026 class, but it's important to remember that a three-star recruit is one of the top 1,000 or so high school seniors in the country.
Particularly on the offensive line, that designates a player that can develop into Division I starter with practice, nutrition and weight training. A three-star player is in the top 1% of high school football players.