Top-rated defensive recruits that Oregon Duck fans need to know in the 2023 class

The Ducks have some of the best defensive coaches and best recruiters in the nation. Here are some 2023 prospects who we know they’re recruiting hard.

If you’re already locked into the world of Oregon Ducks football recruiting, then this article most likely isn’t for you. This is for the people who like to be involved and knowledgable about incoming recruits, but may not be familiar with the 2023 class yet.

With the commitment of five-star offensive tackle Josh Conerly last week, Dan Lanning and the Ducks put a nice stamp on the 2022 recruiting class, closing the door on a high note. Now, we can really start to dig into 2023 and beyond, watching as some of the top prospects in the nation start to flock to Eugene for visits, both official and unofficial. Many will be in town on April 23 for Oregon’s spring game, and others have been filtering in and out.

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So who are these guys? What are the names that you should be familiar with? We’ve got you covered, but there are a lot. To help break things up, here is a list of high-profile defensive recruits the Ducks have offered already. Some may be warm on Oregon, and others may still be looking around. However, if any of these guys were to commit to the Ducks, it would be worthy of celebration. Here are the names to know: