OSU, USC, Texas, Alabama on High Alert as 1260-Yd WR Target Confirms Inclination for B1G Powerhouse

Have you ever seen a kid torch defenses so bad they start looking for the nearest exit sign? One minute he’s ghosting corners on Friday nights, the next thing you know, he’s got 30 offers stacked and blue blood foaming at the mouth. We’re talking 1,260 yards worth of smoke — and now he’s eyeing one of the coldest B1G squads in the game. Buckle up, because this race just got real spicy, and the top dogs ain’t sleeping easy tonight.

Alright, let’s break the silence. The name? Kayden Dixon-Wyatt. The school? Mater Dei — aka WR factory. He’s a 6-2, 180-pound, -star receiver who’s ranked as the No. 6 WR and No. 56 overall player in the 2026 class. That 1,260-yard line? Yeah, that’s over three varsity seasons, with 693 yards and seven touchdowns last year alone. And the B1G powerhouse that just got bumped to the top of his list? Oregon. Yep, the Ducks are sitting real pretty right now.

Until recently, it was a neck-and-neck race between Oregon and a few of the usual suspects — Ohio State, USC, Texas, and Alabama — all flexin’ with their top-shelf facilities and NFL pipelines. But this week? Things shifted. Dixon-Wyatt just wrapped up another visit to Eugene, and something clicked. “The trip to Oregon was good,” he told On3. “From the moment I got there, the energy around the program was good.”

He’s feeling the Ducks heavy — and it’s not just about the chrome helmets and flashy locker rooms. “The coaches, the facilities, the way they take care of their players, it all really stood out,” he said. But what really hit home? “I would say the relationships I’ve built with the players and coaches.” This ain’t just lip service either. Dixon-Wyatt’s already locked in his five official visits: Alabama on May 16, Ohio State on May 31, USC on June 6, Texas on June 13, and finally, Oregon on June 20.

Oregon’s got the last dance — and sometimes, that’s all you need to make a lasting impression. National analyst Adam Gorney reported, “I was told following his visit to Ohio State that the Buckeyes are now No. 1 on his list. Oregon is now No. 2.” But let’s be real, this feels like a photo finish in the making.

Ducks getting loud in WR wars — Kayden Dixon-Wyatt might just quack back

Oregon’s been on a tear lately in recruiting — flipping blue-chip WRs is becoming a habit, not a fluke. And now, they’re sitting front row for a kid who could be WR1 material in the Power Four. Dixon-Wyatt’s been stacking up reps at Mater Dei, facing elite DBs every week. He’s a force to reckon with off the line, he snatches 50-50 balls like it’s his property, and can hit that second gear after the catch.

Greg Biggins nailed it in his eval: “Can bully opposing corners who try and press him… has strong hands… surprisingly shifty after the catch.” Translation: this kid ain’t just a deep-ball guy — he’s a nightmare everywhere. It ain’t just the measurables or highlight tape either. Kayden’s got that edge, that main character energy you want in a WR1. Biggins said it best: “Tough to stop in red zone situations… always competes at a high level.”

Look, Oregon is playing chess while others are stuck on Connect Four. Hiring Ross Douglas as their new WR coach? Big-time move. He’s been building that relationship with Dixon-Wyatt, and it’s paying off. Pair that with Dan Lanning’s infectious culture and the squad’s steady rise in the B1G — it’s a vibe recruits wanna be part of.

Here’s the kicker — Kayden Dixon-Wyatt’s not just picking based on clout or logos. He’s tapped in with teammates already at Oregon. Getting real talk about the program. “They keep it real consistent,” he said. “Just really good team-bonding… well-sound team.” That kind of locker room intel? Priceless. So now, with visits set and the final chapter of his recruitment looming, the Ducks low-key got momentum and the final word. Texas, Bama, USC, and the Buckeyes better come correct with NIL load—’cause if Oregon brings the same juice on June 20th, it might be game over.

We’ll see if Kayden Dixon-Wyatt’s 1,260-yard journey ends with a quack or a clapback from the rest of the field. One thing’s for sure — this WR war just hit a whole new level.