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Oregon Ducks Recruiting: Top Hawaiian Prospect Manamo'ui Muti Visits Saturday

Three-star offensive tackle recruit and recent Polynesian Bowl selection Manamo'ui Muti will take an unofficial visit to Eugene as the Oregon Ducks open the 2024 season against the Idaho Vandals.

Olivia Cleary

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EUGENE- Recruiting never stops for the Oregon Ducks football program. On Saturday, the highest-rated uncommitted prospect from the state of Hawaii will visit Eugene for the Ducks' season opener against the Idaho Vandals, according to 247Sports. Offensive lineman Manamo'ui Muti currently has over 20 offers from Division I programs around the nation. 

Arizona, Arizona State, Boise State, BYU, Cal, Fresno State,  Hawaii,  Idaho,  Montana,  Nevada, Oregon, Oregon State, Portland State, San Jose State, UCLA, Utah, Washington, and Washington State have all offered Muti. 

"I still hear regularly from UCLA, BYU, Cal, Oregon, Arizona State, and other colleges as well," said Muti about his recruitment to 247Sports.

Muti, a three-star recruit from the class of 2025, is ranked as the No. 70 offensive tackle nationally and the No. 7 recruit in Hawaii in 2025. The 6-foot-7, 320-pound lineman has already taken visits to UCLA, Cal, and Arizona. It's an unofficial visit to Oregon for Muti. 

Oregon, a program that established itself as a recruiting powerhouse this offseason, is still trying to grow its 2025 commitment class. The Ducks currently sit at No. 12 nationally (No. 2 in the Big Ten) in the 2025 recruit football team rankings. Miami (11), Notre Dame (10), Oklahoma (9), Texas A&M (8), Texas (7), Tennessee (6), Auburn (5), Georgia (4), LSU (3), Alabama (2), and Ohio State (1) all sit above the Ducks in the rankings. 

In total, the Ducks have 15 hard commits from the class of 2025. Oregon's list of commits includes three five-stars, ten four-stars, one three-star, along with Eugene native Rocco Graziano. The Ducks are looking to add another three-star with the commitment of Muti. 

“I think any time in recruiting, it is, it's about relationships, and it's about time, time invested, right?" Oregon coach Dan Lanning said during Oregon's fall football practices. "And certainly, when you start getting some guys from certain areas that have connections with each other, a lot of those guys want to be able to play together and see what you're building."

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning speaks during Oregon football’s media day
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning speaks during Oregon football’s media day Monday, July 29, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. / Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK

"So, if we can continue to do a good job of adding those ones together, whether it's identification, whether it's the relationship, whether it's getting on campus, campus, like, all those things add up and equate to wins and recruiting,” Lanning continued.

Oregon's class of 2025 commits is headlined by five-star wide receiver Dakorien Moore. Moore is one of the top prospects in the nation, ranked as the No. 5 player and No. 1 wide receiver in the nation. His speed, agility, and strong hands make him a nightmare for opposing defenses. 

Another key addition to the 2025 class is Trey McNutt, a safety from Shaker Heights, Ohio. The five-star prospect is the No. 1 safety in the nation and has the potential to be a lockdown defender in the secondary for Oregon. 

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning during practice with the Oregon Ducks Wednesday
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning during practice with the Oregon Ducks Wednesday Aug. 21, 2024 at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. / Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK

"It's been a long journey," said McNutt about his commitment. "With my recruitment, I just chose what I think is the best fit for me. I think that Coach Lanning and the rest of the Oregon staff is going to develop and take care of me." 

In addition to Moore and McNutt, the Ducks have also secured commitments from several other talented players,including Dallas Wilson (wide receiver), Dorian Brew (cornerback), and Akili Smith Jr. (quarterback). Although the Ducks rank outside of the top ten in 2025 commits, the Ducks are well-positioned to secure more commitments as the year progresses. 

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Olivia Cleary
OLIVIA CLEARY

Olivia Cleary, commonly known as Liv, is a fourth-year student at the University of Oregon. While pursuing a degree in journalism, Olivia has submersed herself in the world of Oregon athletics. Olivia is an intern within the athletic department. This role has provided her with a unique perspective as she has created relationships with staff, administrators, and student-athletes. Olivia is eager to share her insights and analysis on the Ducks and the broader world of college sports.

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