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Which big running backs are the Ducks recruiting?

Anthony Barr and Brandon Gainer are two "big back" options.
De'Andre Johnson and Bernard are bigger but not real big.
Micheal Dyer, not much of a shot.
The reality is we will get a big back, but we probably have not identified that person's name yet, or they are probably somewhat low key. At this point Barr is the biggest, seems interested, but we have some work to do to gain more interest.

In addition to the names jhop provided, here are a few more uncommitted "bigger" backs (listed at 200+ pounds on Rivals) that the Ducks have been in contact with in some way...

• Larry Dixon (6'0", 225) - Scout lists him at 5'10", 210. Considered a borderline Pac-10 caliber player at this point. Recruiting guru Chris Fetters has referred to him as a poor man's version of Jonathan Stewart.
• D.J. Jones (6'0", 220) - It will probably be tough to get him out of Big 12 country.
• Cameron Robinson (6'1", 215) - Ducks would have a pretty good shot if they offer.
• Malcolm Jones (6'1", 210) - Stanford and UCLA are early leaders.
• Andre Dawson (6'1", 210) - Has expressed a great deal of interest in the Ducks in the past, despite not having an Oregon offer.
• Anthony Wilkerson (6'0", 210) - Ducks would have a decent shot if they offer, but UCLA and Stanford are early favorites.
• Mustafa Greene (6'0", 200) - Unlikely he leaves the East.
• Trajuan Briggs (5'11", 200) - Will likely stay in California.
• Jerry Stone (5'11", 200) - His coaches feel he might be the most talented player on the loaded Lakewood roster. An opposing coach says he is the best RB in the state of California. However, he has big academic hurdles to clear, thus he isn't going to get a lot of interest until he clears that up.
• Zach Bauman (5'9", 200) - Oregon is his favorite, but he is considered a borderline Pac-10 caliber player at this point.

I like big backs and I can not lie.

Briggs committed to Usc per espn

Thanks guys-- this is a good list to keep my eye on

Definitely keep tabs on Cameron Roberson. Solid Duck interest, think we are just waiting to hear from some others first, if offered, we really sit in a good spot.

My only concern with the " Big Backs" is I dont want us to settle on a big back because he is a big back if there is a more talented smaller back available. I dont think we need a big back in our offense. We do need playmakers and whether they are big or not doesnt really matter to me.

We don't need a giant back, just one that's over 200-215 pounds that can put the hurt on a tired defense and drive them into the ground mentaly.

jhopduck wrote:Definitely keep tabs on Cameron Roberson. Solid Duck interest, think we are just waiting to hear from some others first, if offered, we really sit in a good spot.

My god. how old is this guy and how many years did they hold him back...Wow, he looks almost as old as Greg Oden....
I say, offer the guy...Damn, he looks like he means business...

duckz wrote:I like big backs and I can not lie.

Dont we all? That cracked me up....lol

Competition doesn't look that great, but he looks impressive in the video. Pretty much out runs everyone on the field. would like to see him take on tacklers a little bit more with his size

Nice video. Unknown the level of competition, but he's dominating them. He seems to have good vision in the hole and hits them hard and fast, utilizing his weight with speed to break through arm tackles. He's also got above average feet agility and speed for a bigger guy. I just hate big backs that dance in the hole, and this kid definately doesn't dance. He should get an offer IMO.

Solid RB. Lots of teams have the box stacked on those plays but he gets through them. Keeps his feet moving, catches the ball well, falls forward when tackled, gets up to full speed VERY quickly. Does a lot of good things and will probably be one of the next few to get an offer. IMO.