Cory Pappas

Joined: Aug 15, 2024

Cory Pappas is sports writer for USC Trojans On SI and Oregon Ducks On SI. Since starting in March of 2024, he has been writing breaking news stories, game previews, game recaps, and more across College Sports, the NFL, MLB, NBA, and Olympics for Total Apex Sports. In addition to writing, Cory is also a sports data scout for Sportradar. He covers live sporting events ranging from college athletics to semi-pro and professional. Before joining the industry, Cory graduated from the University of Oregon in 2022. He ran track for Oregon's club Track and Field team. Before Oregon, he played varsity basketball and track and field in high school in Walnut Creek, CA. Cory is using his lifelong passion for sports and writing together.

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

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Multiple former Oregon Ducks players are battling through injuries during NFL training camp as the season gets closer to kicking off.

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Here are five things that were said at Oregon Ducks media day that should excite fans.

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The Oregon Ducks will be hosting class of 2028 recruit, wide receiver Jayce Halasz this fall.

Nov 14, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning high fives fans before a game between the Oregon Ducks and the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks have caught the eye of class of 2028 recruit, defensive lineman Dawson Jacobs.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks the field during warmups as the Oregon Ducks take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 1, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

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Who is the biggest X factor for the Oregon Ducks this upcoming season?

Oregon defensive back Brandon Finney Jr. celebrates an interception as the Oregon Ducks take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 1, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

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Oregon Ducks cornerback Brandon Finney Jr. is ranked as one of the best cornerbacks in the country heading into the 2026 college football season.

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The Oregon Ducks took the stage at 2026 Big Ten Football Media Days on Wednesday.

Oregon coach Dan Lanning oversees the Oregon Spring Game at Autzen Stadium in Eugene April 25, 2026

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College football analyst Jake Butt is very impressed with the roster the Oregon Ducks have put together this season.

Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez speaks to the media before playing in the 5th annual Mack Wilson Sr. Celebrity Basketball Game at Corona Del Sol High School on May 16, 2026, in Tempe.

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New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez could soon sign a contract extension that would make him among the highest paid former Oregon Ducks in the NFL.

July 27, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; Dakorien Moore part of the top-ranked recruits flocked to Eugene for the 2024 Oregon Ducks Saturday Night Live ; Mandatory credit: Zachary Neel-USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks are poised to have arguably the best aerial attack in college football this season.

Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning reacts during the first half of the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Indiana Hoosiers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks are in the early lead for class of 2029 recruit, cornerback Isaiah Danns.

Apr 10, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

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A pair of former Oregon Ducks: Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard and Phoenix Suns guard Dillon Brooks have made their case for being two of the best value picks in the NBA Draft.

Cory Pappas

Joined: Aug 15, 2024

Oregon's A'Lique Terry Gives Exciting Assessment of Immanuel Iheanacho and Tommy Tofi

Two Oregon Ducks Freshmen That Could Breakout This Season

Oregon's Drew Mehringer Reacts to Dante Moore's 'Scientist' Comments

Chris Hampton Provides Reason For Excitement About Oregon's Receiver Room

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Former Oregon Ducks Battling Injuries in NFL Training Camps

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5 Exciting Quotes from Oregon Ducks Media Day

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Oregon Sets Visit With Elite State of Washington Receiver Recruit

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Oregon Ducks Standing Out to Elite Defensive Line Recruit

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Predicting Oregon Ducks' Biggest X Factor

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Oregon's Brandon Finney Jr. Earns Spot on Elite Top 10 List

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3 Intriguing Oregon Ducks Quotes from Big Ten Media Days

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Analyst Makes Bold Claim About Oregon's Talent at Big Ten Media Days

Potential Christian Gonzalez Contract Would Land Him in Elite Oregon Company

Oregon Pass-Catchers Receive Exciting Ranking for Upcoming Season

Oregon Ahead of Southern California Rivals for Recruit Isaiah Danns

Former Oregon Teammates That Have Outperformed NBA Draft Selection