Tyler Atkinson is the nation's number one linebacker, and he could be a Duck very, very soon. After a lengthy recruiting process, Atkinson will come to his decision July 15.
His final four consists of Oregon, Georgia, Texas, and Clemson. All four schools have established themselves as places that can acquire and develop top defensive talents into excellent players on Sundays.
Atkinson will commit live on ESPN's Pat McAfee Show. To say he would be a massive get for the Ducks is a serious understatement.
Atkinson is a different caliber of athlete compared to what the Ducks have had in recent memory.