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QUAACK: Azel Banag Commits to Oregon, Ducks Land Versatile 2026 Athlete
- Oregon lands versatile defensive back Azel Banag on National Signing Day, adding to the 2026 class.
- Banag chose Oregon after an extended evaluation and pivotal late-season official visit.
- He highlighted development and the DB room as major reasons for the choice.
- Banag emphasized life after football and the staff’s support as key factors.
- He plans to play nickel in Oregon’s defense and join a growing secondary group.
- Banag’s Oregon recruitment included a family connection with coach Hampton, as Banag’s father played with him at South Carolina.
- Banag joins other Duck defensive backs in Oregon’s 2026 class, including Jett Washington and Devin Jackson.
- The official visit to Eugene and experiences with Ducks staff influenced Banag’s decision.
- Banag cited Oregon’s football-centric environment as a reason for his comfort with the program.
- Banag’s commitment marks an important addition to Oregon’s 2026 signing day coverage alongside Trevon Watson.
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