Back in June, class of 2027 three-star outside linebacker Sam Ngata announced he shut down his recruitment to lock in his commitment to the Oregon Ducks amidst 11 offers from schools across the country.Just a few months later, the legacy-Duck is back on the gridiron for his senior high school season, and already has a highlight clip previewing the talent he brings to Eugene.Oregon fans line up for autographs from Duck players after the Oregon Spring Game at Autzen Stadium in Eugene April 25, 2026 | USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectSam NgataShows Off Pick Six HighlightIn an Instagram story, Ngata posted a highlight clip from the Olympus Titans' Aug. 21 non-conference game against the Skyline Eagles. In this fourth-quarter play, the Eagles' quarterback is snapped the ball with Ngata behind the defensive line on the left side. After penetrating the defensive line, Ngata bats the quarterbacks' pass, then catches the ball to deliver an over 30-yard pick six. Losing to the Eagles 21-9, Ngata's pick six was the sole touchdown of the night for the Titans' second game of the 2026 season.Oregon OLB commit Sam Ngata batting the ball to himself for the pick 6 👀 🦆 pic.twitter.com/MqsZS07Z6o— Oregon Updates (@oregon__updates) August 22, 2026Watching the tape, Ngata's ability to read an offense, take the vertical leap needed to bat the pass, then have enough speed to breakaway from potential tackles (with one defensive lineman behind him to protect his back) shows plenty of potential for his college career. Plus, with 66 total tackles recorded for his junior season, Ngata's splashy play happening so early in the Titans' season is potentially a sign that the soon-to-be Duck may continue to develop and show off his athleticism. This can also be seen through Ngata's Aug. 6 invite to the Navy All American Bowl, occurring in January.Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Matayo Uiagalelei (10) tips a pass from James Madison Dukes quarterback Alonza Barnett III (14) during the second quarter at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectSam Ngata Joins Oregon After Losses At Linebacker CorpsAt 6-3.5, 215 pounds, Ngata chose the Ducks after receiving interest from Utah, Michigan, California, and BYU. Ngata, when entering Oregon's linebacker corps after the 2026 season, finds himself in a younger room with seniors Teitum Tuioti and Matayo Uiagalelei seeing an end to their college eligibility.In the 2027 class, the Ducks have linebackers Toa Satele, Brayton Feister, Brandon Lockely Jr. committed. Plus, the Ducks are priming fans to see big seasons from sophomores Nasir Wyatt and Oregon State transfer Bleu Dantzler. However, the sheer youth factor hanging with Oregon's outside linebacker corps after the 2026 season feels primed for a young talent like Ngata to potentially rise up through the depth chart.-