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.

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

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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.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore speaks during the Oregon Ducks media day ahead of Orange Bowl on Dec. 30, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore did not receive a friendly ranking from PFF as one of the best Big Ten quarterbacks under pressure.

Oregon running back Dierre Hill Jr. carries the ball as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Oregon Ducks running backs Dierre Hill Jr. and Jordon Davison are both ranked among the best returning running backs in the Big Ten for the 2026 season.

Jun 17, 2026; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell (58) walks onto the practice field for the Lions’ veteran’s minicamp at the Allen Park Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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There are two former Oregon Ducks players listed among the top 25 best NFL players at 25 years old or younger.

Jan 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5), wide receiver Malik Benson (4), defensive back Brandon Finney (4) and defensive lineman Bear Alexander (1) celebrate following the 2025 Orange Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Bear Alexander was putting in offseason work with teammates on the beach.

Nov 22, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) walks off the field after the game against the Southern California Trojans at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore has an updated player avatar in EA Sports College Football 27.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks the field before the game as the Oregon Ducks take on the Washington Huskies on Nov. 29, 2025, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

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A couple coaches on the Oregon Ducks staff are standing out to class of 2028 recruit, interior offensive lineman Garrett Rosenberger.

Oregon coach Dana Altman directs his team against Penn State at Matthew Knight in Eugene Feb. 14, 2026.

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College basketball insider Jon Rothstein predicts that the Oregon Ducks will bounce back from a disappointing 2025-26 season.

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No defensive tackle in college football has a higher EA Sports College Football 27 rating of this attribute than Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Bear Alexander.

Cory Pappas

Joined: Aug 15, 2024

Predicting Oregon Ducks' Biggest X Factor

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

3 Intriguing Oregon Ducks Quotes from Big Ten Media Days

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

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Potential Christian Gonzalez Contract Would Land Him in Elite Oregon Company

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Oregon Pass-Catchers Receive Exciting Ranking for Upcoming Season

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Oregon Ahead of Southern California Rivals for Recruit Isaiah Danns

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Former Oregon Teammates That Have Outperformed NBA Draft Selection

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Oregon's Dante Moore Falls Behind Big Ten Rival in Quarterback Ranking

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Two Oregon Running Backs Ranked on Top Big Ten Returners List

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Former Oregon Ducks Ranked With Best Young NFL Stars

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Oregon Fans Will Love Bear Alexander's Mindset on Team Retreat

Oregon's Dante Moore Receives Key Update in EA Sports College Football

Two Assistant Coaches Helping Oregon Ducks' Recruiting Effort

Insider Speaks Candidly on Oregon's Dana Altman, NCAA Tournament Chances

Oregon's Bear Alexander Turns Heads With EA Sports College Football Rating