# Jesse Legree returns to Oregon State

> Jesse Legree, a standout Oregon State wide receiver, returns to his Baltimore roots for signing day after delayed ceremony.
- Title: Jesse Legree returns to Oregon State · The Banner | Shortify
- Summary: Jesse Legree, a standout Oregon State wide receiver, returns to his Baltimore roots for signing day after delayed ceremony. Jesse Legree, a top Oregon State…
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- Author: Giana Han
- Published: 2026-10-23T22:01:57.558+00:00
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- Topics: jesse legree, oregon state, saint frances academy, signing day, nil, college football, news, local
## Jesse Legree returns to Oregon State
Jesse Legree, a standout freshman wide receiver at Oregon State, returned to Baltimore for signing day after his dad delayed the ceremony.

> nobody wants me
## Delayed signing day ceremony
Legree’s dad Jeff Legree held a signing day ceremony at Saint Frances Academy after the offer arrived late.
## Legree’s feelings at Saint Frances
Legree felt like 'nobody wants me' as a senior at Saint Frances Academy when his offer didn’t arrive.

> nobody wants me
## Chad Ochocinco’s NIL pledge
Chad Ochocinco pledged $2 million in NIL money to keep Legree at Oregon State.
## Legree’s stats this season
Legree leads FBS with 1,040 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns in only seven games.
## Legree returns to Oregon State
Legree will return to Oregon State for his sophomore season after the ceremony.
## Key takeaway

Jesse Legree, a top Oregon State wide receiver, returns to Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore for signing day after a delayed ceremony with NIL support.