JaMarcus Shephard and the Oregon State staff have continued their success on the recruiting trail over the last several weeks, as evidenced by a strong class of commits for the 2027 recruiting cycle. Deron Foster, a three-star running back from Valdosta High School in Valdosta, Georgia, is one of those commits. After his commitment announcement he had this to say:
Being so far away from home, why did you pick Oregon State?
It’s a great opportunity for me and my family. Being able to be coached by Coach Marks, who’s coached a lot of great backs and his background shows it all, is just a great opportunity. …