Arden Cravalho

Arden Cravalho

Joined: Jun 6, 2024

Arden Cravalho is a reporter for Oregon Ducks on SI. He has been writing extensively about college athletics beginning in 2018, specifically as the lead writer and editor for SB Nation's 'The Slipper Still Fits.' Arden is a graduate of Gonzaga University and brings a deep understanding of college sports to his writing. Residing in San Francisco, California, Arden is also a part of the California Golden Bears' athletic department as a Ticket Sales and Service Account Executive. His overall experience and dedication to college athletics are evident in his insightfulness and analysis throughout all of his work.

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti shakes hands with Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, after the Indiana Hoosiers defeated the Oregon Ducks in the Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

Desert Edge quarterback Blake Roskopf drops back during a 7-on-7 high school football passing tournament at Arizona Christian University on June 3, 2025.

New co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach Chris Hampton, right, joins the first practice of spring for Oregon football as they prepare for the 2023 season.

Feb 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman reacts against the Southern California Trojans in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Oregon guard Katie Fiso puts up a shot during warmups as the Oregon Ducks face the Washington Huskies on Feb. 15, 2026, at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, Washington.

Basketball

Coach Kelly Graves and the Oregon Ducks are making strides towards receiving an at-large bid out of the Big Ten Conference for the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

Oregon head coach Dana Altman looks toward the scoreboard as he walks off the court, as the Oregon Ducks host the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Feb. 17, 2026, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.

Basketball

Even with the No. 1-ranked player in the 2026 class still available, five-star forward Tyran Stokes, coach Dana Altman and the Oregon Ducks should be focused on a more realistic recruiting target.

Jan 1, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Oregon Ducks offensive line coach A'Lique Terry against the Liberty Flames during the 2024 Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Football

Along with Oregon Ducks commit and three-star offensive tackle Drew Fielder, many other 2027 prospects and even a 2028 recruit have announced their official visits to Eugene, Oregon.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore walks the field after the Ducks’ loss as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Football

Oregon Ducks redshirt junior quarterback Dante Moore surprisingly doesn't have the top Heisman Trophy odds amongst those in the Big Ten Conference.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks off the field after the Ducks’ loss as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Football

Out of the 2027 recruiting class, the Oregon Ducks and coach Dan Lanning have their keen eyes on two four-star prospects from the West Coast states of Arizona and Hawaii.

Feb 7, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman reacts to a call during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

News

Four-star shooting guard Adam Oumiddoch has changed his mind and decommitted from the St. John's Red Storm's 2026 recruiting class. Do the Oregon Ducks jump back in and snag a late commitment for the future backcourt in Eugene?

Sep 6, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning greets fans before a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Football

The product of Archbishop Riordan in San Francisco, California, four-star interior offensive lineman recruit Tommy Tofi was named to the all-state offensive team by a respected high school sports publication.

Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning leads his team onto the field prior to the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Indiana Hoosiers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Football

Next season's College Football Playoff National Championship will be on Monday, Jan. 25, 2027, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Oregon Ducks haven't been on that final stage since the inaugural 2015 College Football Playoff title game.

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The upcoming 2026 college football season for the Oregon Ducks will be led by a familiar face in quarterback Dante Moore. Plus, he's surrounded by returnees who are expected to make a leap in production.

Jan 17, 2026; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks starting center Nate Bittle (32) on the Bench with an injury before the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Oregon Ducks coach Dana Altman's roster has been stung hard by the injury bug once again. It's not great timing with junior point guard Jackson Shelstad out for the rest of the season and senior center Nate Bittle's future up in the air.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning takes the field as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Five-star wide receiver Gatlin Bair from Burley, Idaho, is now finally set to join the Oregon Ducks program after serving a two-year mission.

Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning arrives before the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Rose Bowl Stadium.

Picking the biggest Saturday on the college football calendar next season includes the Oregon Ducks vs. Ohio State Buckeyes in week 10.