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Five-Star EDGE Richard Wesley Decommits From Oregon, Sets Up Official Visits With Four Programs

Unresolved NIL negotiations, reports his family was unaware of his May pledge prompted Wesley to reopen his recruitment.

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Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on during the third quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeye head coach Ryan Day watches his team warm up before the start of the spring game at Ohio Stadium on April 12, 2025.
Oregon Ducks football coach Dan Lanning

Overview

  • Richard Wesley formally decommitted from Oregon on May 27, 17 days after pledging to the Ducks on May 10.
  • He has scheduled official visits to Oregon (June 6), Texas (June 20), Ohio State (August 30) and Texas A&M (date TBD) ahead of National Signing Day.
  • Wesley holds 24 scholarship offers and is ranked among the nation’s top EDGE prospects in the 2026 class.
  • His decision represents a significant setback for Oregon’s 2026 recruiting class, which now stands at seven early commitments.
  • Questions over NIL negotiations and revelations that his family was unaware of his initial pledge influenced Wesley’s choice to reopen his recruitment.