Five star running back Royce Freeman (Imperial, CA/Imperial HS) has committed to Oregon, multiple sources reported on Friday afternoon. Freeman, who chose Oregon over Alabama, Florida, UCLA and USC, among others, becomes the 8th commitment for Mark Helfrich’s 2014 recruiting class.

Freeman was recruited by SEC powerhouses Florida and Alabama before committing to Oregon
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The 6-0, 227 pound prospect impressed many scouting services with his performance at Nike’s “The Opening” in Beaverton, OR in June. He has drawn comparisons to former Oregon standout Jonathan Stewart, who was selected 13th overall in the 2008 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers. Freeman rushed for 2,482 yards and 34 touchdowns this past year as a junior.

With his commitment, Oregon has now landed a 5 star running back in four out of its past five recruiting classes (Thomas Tyner, De’Anthony Thomas, Lache Seastrunk).

Below are his junior year highlights

And an interview with him