Breaking news;Jadon Canady stuns college decision committed to Miami hurricanes Five star QB over Alabama Gator’s and Tennessee…
Breaking news;Jadon Canady stuns college decision committed to Miami hurricanes Five star QB over Alabama Gator’s and Tennessee…
The Oregon Ducks made a surprising roster move on Monday afternoon, picking up a potential defensive starter in the transfer portal. Oregon added former Ole Miss safety Jadon Canady to the roster, picking up a veteran defensive back who has shown some versatility in the secondary and could be used in multiple places in Eugene.
Canady played primarily in the STAR/nickel position with the Rebels in 2024. He had 38 tackles, including 21 solos and 11 passes defended. The College Football Network named him to the second team of the All-SEC. Canady is the 10th player Oregon has landed out of the portal this year and the second safety, joining former Purdue safety Dillon Thieneman.
It may seem like a late addition to the Ducks’ roster, but Lanning and his staff likely made it with great care as they continue to build out their roster ahead of spring football. Here’s a quick look at some more information that fans should know about Canady as they learn about the team’s newest member.
One Year of Eligibility Remaining
Oct 26, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels linebacker Chris Paul Jr. (11) reacts with defensive back Jadon Canady (28) after a fourth down stop during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Many players have followed this model with the Ducks over the years, but Canady will come to Eugene with one year of eligibility and look to boost his NFL draft stock so that he can continue his career beyond this last collegiate season.
Canady spent his first two years in Tulane with the Green Wave, playing in 18 total games. After the 2022 season, he transferred to Ole Miss where he played in 12 games across two years. In 2023, Canady utilized a medical redshirt as he played just one game because of a lower-body injury.
Versatility is King
Sep 28, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive back Trey Amos (9) reacts with defensive back Jadon Canady (28) after a defensive stop during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Throughout his career, Canady has moved all throughout the secondary and shown an ability to play at numerous spots, whether it be in the box, as a slot cornerback, in the nickel, or out wide. In 2024 alone, Canady played 275 snaps out wide, 191 snaps in the slot, 83 snaps in the box, and 71 snaps at free safety.
With Brandon Johnson leaving, it seems likely that Canady will compete mainly for the nickel/STAR spot in Eugene, but he clearly has the ability to move throughout the secondary wherever the Ducks need him.
