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Giles Jackson, nation's No. 3 all-purpose back, commits to Michigan; Ducks Beavers were among finalists

Less than two months ago, 247Sports four-star all-purpose back Giles Jackson seemed like an Oregon Ducks lock.

The 5-foot-8, 175-pound electric athlete, out of Freedom High School (Oakley, California), was a rumored Oregon silent pledge, but decided to push back his initial commitment date of August 24.

During that time, Jackson's final five - California, Michigan, Oregon, Oregon State and USC - all saw their priorities shift.

On Monday, the California product announced his pledge to Michigan:

-- G-Man 5 (@gilesjackson__) September 10, 2018

Jackson is rated by 247Sports as the nation's No.