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Akili Smith Jr., Oregon Ducks quarterback commit, throws 99-yard touchdown pass: Look

Lincoln (California) quarterback Akili Smith Jr. delivered a record-setting touchdown pass Friday night

Andrew Nemec, SBLive Sports

Like father, like son.

During his playing days, former Oregon Ducks star Akili Smith was known for his big arm and his knack for delivering highlight-worthy touchdowns.

Lincoln (California) quarterback Akili Smith Jr. isn't far behind in that department.

The 6-foot-5, 200-pound signal-caller and Oregon pledge is rated the nation's No. 62 overall prospect and No. 5 quarterback in the class of 2025.

And on Friday night he provided a sliver of evidence as to why, delivering a 99-yard touchdown pass.

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Overall, Oregon's 2025 recruiting class is ranked No. 6 nationally and consists of four pledges, highlighted by the possible future connection of Smith and a pair of elite wide receivers, Tampa Bay Tech (Florida) star Dallas Wilson and Weiss (Texas) playmaker Adrian Wilson.

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Andrew Nemec, SBLive Sports
ANDREW NEMEC, SBLIVE SPORTS

Andrew Nemec covers national high school recruiting and brings more than a decade of experience. Andrew hosts "Recruiting with Andrew Nemec" on ESPN-affiliate 1080 The FAN in Portland, Oregon. He holds a journalism degree from the University of Oregon. 

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