Richard Young, Florida 5-star running back, sets 5th - and final - official visit to Oregon

Lehigh Senior High School (Florida) five-star running back Richard Young is one of the most coveted players in America.

The dynamic 5-foot-11, 200-pound ball-carrier has accumulated a staggering 59 scholarship offers, including an offer from nearly every major college football power program.

So, when Young decided to slowly roll out his official visit schedule, it grabbed everyone's attention.

He set his first four official visits to Oklahoma (June 3), Alabama (June 10), Notre Dame (June 13) and Georgia (June 17).

But that left one more trip.

Turns out, Young is headed to Eugene for his fifth - and final - official visit: 

The news is a mild surprise given his first four trips, as Ohio State has appeared to be one of his top choices all along.

So, when he set his first four trips, common sense dictated the Buckeyes were likely to get the final visit.

Still, Young has clarified that Ohio State remains a top contender for his commitment. 

For Oregon, getting the final visit is a major feather in its cap.

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While the Ducks are not currently considered the favorite, Dan Lanning's program has given itself a chance to shine - and possibly earn Young's commitment.

As a junior, Young ran for 1,755 yards and 19 touchdowns, averaging 9.0 yards per carry.

He is rated the nation's No. 2 running back and No. 19 overall prospect by 247Sports, which had this to say in its scouting report: 

"One of the most coveted prospects to come out of Southwest Florida in recent memory. A one-cut-and-go type of running back that’s powerful enough to get it done in-between the tackles. Excellent vision and overall feel for the position allows him to get up field in a hurry and attack holes. Outstanding contact balance combined with an effective stiff arm makes it extremely difficult for high school defenders to bring him to the ground. Has experience working out of single back, shotgun and pistol formations. Limited context when it comes to pass blocking, but should be able to chip away at college-sized defensive linemen given his size and physical nature. Track background shows up on Friday nights as he’s consistently pulling away from defenses. Catches the ball well and should be able to move the chains via the screen game, if those type of plays are on the call sheet. Wear and tear not much of a concern at this stage in his development as he’s averaged only 12 carries a game his first two years of high school. Likely to emerge as an impact player for a Top 25 program given foot speed and ability to shed would-be tacklers. Will be on the radar of NFL scouts one day if everything comes together."

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