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 quarterback Dante Moore walks off the field during the Oregon Ducks annual spring game on April 25, 2026 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

Oregon Ducks defensive coordinator Chris Hampton visited one of the top two-way recruits in the country, class of 2027 athlete Tae Walden Jr.

Chandler quarterback Will Mencl (second from left) stands with receivers Jayden Spann (L-R), Skyler Ormita (1) and Jai Jones (11) during the Chandler Unified School District football Media Day in Chandler, on July 29, 2025.

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Oregon Ducks class of 2027 commit, quarterback Will Mencl showed why he is ranked as the top quarterback in his recruiting class.

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.

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The Oregon Ducks appear to still be in the running for current Georgia Bulldogs commit and five-star recruit, cornerback Donte Wright.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon linebacker Bryce Boettcher (LB04) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks linebackers room will be without their leader from 2025 as Bryce Boettcher was selected in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore walks off the field following the Oregon Ducks annual spring game on April 25, 2026 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore was thrilled to see former teammate, wide receiver Malik Benson get selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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.

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Here are current Oregon Ducks players that could end up being first round selections in a future NFL Draft.

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon (OL40) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Here are the best remaining Oregon Ducks prospects after round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mar 7, 2026; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman yells instructions during the first half against the Washington Huskies at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks have landed another forward in the transfer portal.

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The Oregon Ducks rose in the class of 2027 recruiting rankings after the commitment of five-star recruit, quarterback Will Mencl.

Dillon Thieneman meets with the media at the 2026 NFL Combine.

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There are four Oregon Ducks ranked in the top 150 of this updated 2026 NFL Draft big board.

Oct 8, 2022; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks tight ends coach Drew Mehringer against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer was previously the Ducks tight ends coach, working directly with former Oregon and future NFL Draft pick, tight end Kenyon Sadiq.

Dec 6, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman reacts during the first half against the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks have their eyes on a former LSU Tigers guard in the transfer portal.

Cory Pappas

Joined: Aug 15, 2024

The Nine Oregon Ducks On Updated NFL Draft Big Board

5-Star Recruit Hayden Stepp Offers Honest Perspective After Oregon Home Visit

Bryce Boettcher Speaks Candidly About Dillon Thieneman After NFL Draft

Post-Spring Rankings Put High Expectations on Oregon Ducks

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Oregon’s Chris Hampton Pays Visit to Elite Two-Way Recruit

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Oregon 5-Star Quarterback Will Mencl Turns Heads During Recruit Camp

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Oregon Aiming to Flip 5-Star Georgia Commit as Recruiting Process Heats Up

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Oregon Ducks Linebacker Depth Chart After Bryce Boettcher Drafted In 4th Round

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Dante Moore Turns Heads With Reaction to Malik Benson's NFL Draft Selection

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Dan Lanning May Have Multiple First Round NFL Draft Picks On The Way

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Best Remaining Oregon Prospects After Round 1 of NFL Draft

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Oregon Lands 4-Star Alabama Forward in Transfer Portal

Oregon's Recruiting Ranking Gets Major Boost After Will Mencl Commitment

The Four Oregon Ducks Ranked at Top of NFL Draft Big Board

Drew Mehringer Tells the Truth About Seeing Former Oregon Stars in the NFL Draft

Oregon Ducks Showing Interest in Four-Star LSU Transfer