Oregon’s Jadon Canady among top 10 highest-graded CBs in 2025

When the Oregon Ducks added Ole Miss and Northwestern transfer cornerbacks Jadon Canady and Theran Johnson, respectively, they were each seen as potential starters but likely depth pieces for a cornerback room sporting several four- and five-star prospects.

And while Johnson provided an impact, settling into a rotational role, Canady proved to be one of the most integral pieces of defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi’s unit. The former Rebels’ versatility was a major weapon for Lupoi, as he was deployed out wide at times and, most effectively, as the Ducks’ nickel corner.

The 5-foot-11, 185-pound senior more than held his own despite limited size, using his physicality and impressive leaping ability to register 39 tackles and two interceptions. He also broke up six passes and forced a fumble, making his presence felt in all facets of the defense.

While true freshman cornerback Brandon Finney Jr. and standout safety Dillon Thieneman received much of the shine in the Oregon secondary, Canady stuck out in his own right. According to PFF College, Canady had an 85.3 grade across the 2025 season, good for tenth best in the country among cornerbacks.

With Canady having exhausted his eligibility and departing for the 2026 NFL Draft, the nickel cornerback spot is arguably one of the biggest holes that head coach Dan Lanning and new defensive coordinator Chris Hampton will have to fill before next fall.

The bar that Canady set is high for the next player that takes that role in the Ducks’ defense.

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