Gatlin Bair, a true freshman wide receiver for the Oregon Ducks, has been crowned the fastest player in EA Sports' College Football 27, earning a perfect 99 speed rating that tops the game's leaderboard.
The rating reflects Bair's track pedigree; he clocked a 10.15‑second 100‑meter dash in high school, a time that placed him among the nation's elite sprinters.
His ascent was delayed by a two‑year LDS mission, but the pause appears to have only sharpened his focus, as Oregon offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer noted that he "didn't forget how to run."
A Delayed Debut with Immediate Impact
Bair shares the top speed mark with fellow standouts Rodrick Pleasant and Nyckoles Harbor, underscoring a rare concentration of velocity among the game's newest talents.
Mehringer’s confidence extends beyond raw numbers; he believes Bair’s blend of speed and route precision will translate quickly to the collegiate stage, potentially reshaping Oregon’s offensive dynamics early in the season.
The buzz surrounding Bair also highlights the growing intersection of collegiate athletics and gaming, where virtual performance metrics can amplify a player's real‑world profile.