#39
Cole Thomas
Returning to Oregon for 2026
Portland, Ore. → Central Catholic HS
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Dan Lanning
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Oregon
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive back · Oregon
Returning around him
- 7 Oregon players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -18 net (13 in / 31 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Oregon · Last season: 13-2 (AP #5) · Talent rank #5 · 2026 recruiting class #3
Background
High School A standout safety and special teams contributor at Central Catholic High School in Portland … A two-sport athlete, playing both football and baseball … First-team all-state selection as both a kick returner and a defensive back as a senior … Five special teams touchdowns as a senior,...
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