Lyons threw for 3,011 yards with 46 touchdowns and six interceptions as a junior at Folsom. He also rushed 118 times for 585 yards and 14 more scores. Once considered a prime candidate to stay in-state and play for USC, he now heads to BYU — after he serves a one-year mission.

With five-star quarterback Ryder Lyons committing to BYU on Tuesday, Oregon must pivot quickly in the 2026 recruiting cycle, and the Ducks have two clear targets in sight. Beaver, out of Vista Murrieta (Calif.

After missing out on 5-star QB Ryder Lyons, the Oregon Ducks have a few recruiting options available to them going forward.