Twitter Reacts to Seth Green's B/R Exclusive Commitment to Oregon

Seth Green is headed to Oregon. The 4-star quarterback prospect announced his decision to attend Oregon on Wednesday to Bleacher Report, choosing the Ducks over Michigan State and Minnesota. 

KSTP-TV Sports Anchor Chris Long shared an image of Green expressing his excitement:

Considered among the best dual-threat quarterbacks in the nation, the East Ridge (Woodbury, Minnesota) product was considered by most a near-lock to pick Oregon, per 247Sports' Crystal Ball predictions. 

Dave Schwartz, KARE11 Weekend Sports Anchor, reiterated this wasn't a shocking announcement, while Tim Leighton of TwinCities.com observed Green was leaning a certain way during the press conference: 

“I would say yes, [Oregon is] leading, but everyone makes it sound like it’s the obvious choice,” Green told David La Vaque of the Star Tribune prior to the announcement. “That isn’t true because Michigan State is a great program. They have three active quarterbacks in the NFL right now. And then Minnesota is the hometown team. Coach [Jerry] Kill is bringing the program up tremendously.”

Steve Wiltfong of 247Sports.com quickly noticed Oregon has a streak of signing high-caliber quarterbacks:

Jack Satzinger of MNDaily.com noted Minnesota was heavily recruiting Green heading into the announcement:

However, Marcus R. Fuller of TwinCities.com acknowledged Green handled the process respectfully:

Ryan McCumber of TheMajors.net predicts how Green's commitment will alter Michigan State's recruiting plans:

As a member of the Class of 2016, Green was under no pressure to make a decision now. He is in the middle of his junior season and can only make a verbal commitment at this juncture. He will not be contractually bound to Oregon until national signing day in 2016—nearly a year-and-a-half from now.

But Green sounds like someone who's already pot-committed long term.

“It just feels right for me because I narrowed down my choices,” Green told La Vaque. “I want to get it out of the way and focus on getting better as a quarterback. And also I want to help recruiting for that school.”

Ranked eighth nationally among dual-threat quarterbacks by 247Sports' composite rankings, Green has opened the eyes of scouts with his ability to create with both his arm and feet. He had thrown for 1,091 yards and 13 touchdowns, adding 343 yards and three scores on the ground prior to Friday's game against Mounds View. 

It's difficult to find many players with more physical talent. Green is listed at 6'3" and 210 pounds, with the potential to bulk up his frame over the next year. While no one will confuse him with a prime Michael Vick, he's not lacking for athleticism or top-end speed. If Mark Helfrich can work on getting more mechanical consistency, Green might be able to slot into the starting lineup as an underclassman.

However, Clint Brewster of 247Sports.com offered his critique of Green following the announcement:

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Not a fan of Oregon commit Seth Green. Still young but poor mechanics, throwing motion and ball carriage. Guides the ball, doesn't throw it

— Clint Brewster (@clintbrew247) October 15, 2014"

Timing here, in many ways, is crucial. Green's commitment allows him to push away the distractions that others in his class will be dealing with for the next year. His improvements can also be more concentrated to Oregon's system, which has consistently highlighted dual-threat quarterbacks.

In all, everyone gets to cross off a major need from their checklist. We'll see if the feeling stays mutual into the winter of 2016, though.

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