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Malachi Garlington flips commitment to Oregon from Washington State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:27 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Malachi Garlington flips commitment to Oregon from Washington State

Summary

Wide receiver Malachi Garlington has committed to Oregon after flipping from Washington State. The 6-foot-3 player from Happy Valley made the switch shortly after his official visit to Eugene and has been an Oregon fan since childhood. Garlington initially committed to Washington State for four days before receiving an offer from Oregon, where he impressed wide receivers coach Ross Douglas during a camp. He recorded 910 yards and 20 touchdowns last season and is currently ranked as the No. 4 player in Oregon, according to Rivals.

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Key Details

•Garlington committed to Oregon after visiting the campus.
•He previously committed to Washington State for four days.
•He recorded 910 yards and 20 touchdowns last season.
•Garlington is regarded as the No. 4 player in Oregon by Rivals.
•He aims to prove himself in a competitive Oregon receivers room.

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12:27 PMYahoo Sports — WR Malachi Garlington reveals what led to Oregon commitment

What they're saying

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The Ducks moved quickly to flip Malachi Garlington from Washington State last week, and it came down to a text message from coach Ross Douglas.
— Yahoo Sports

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