Going 3-2 into the 2025 season, sustaining losses against Dylan Raiola and Jayden Maiava’s offenses, the Spartans face another blow. This time, it’s not the loss on the turf, but rather on the recruiting front, that has sent another set of growing pains tugging at head coach Jonathon Smith.

Class of 2026, four-star linebacker Braylon Hodge decommitted from the program, as per Rivals’ Steve Wiltfong’s latest intel. Now, he is focusing on three powerhouses: Oregon, Texas, and in-state rival Michigan Wolverines. He will drop by Eugene to witness the week 7 clash against Indiana, with a future visit scheduled to Baton Rouge.

“It’s kind of just where I feel it when I’m out there,” Hodge said per Rivals. “My top three right now they’re all good programs. No matter where I go, I’m going to be d

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