The Oregon State Beavers have made significant strides in the home state when it comes to securing local talent.
But that trend did not extend to mammoth Jesuit offensive tackle Jaxson Kirkland.
On Sunday, the 6-foot-7, 300-pound mauler announced his commitment to UCLA over fellow finalists Cal, Oregon State and Washington:
— Jaxson Kirkland (@jaxson_kirkland) August 14, 2016
For Kirkland, the chance to get out of the Pacific Northwest was a factor in his decision-making process, as was the chance to play early for a winning program.
"I just wanted to branch out of Oregon.