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.

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Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks the field as the Oregon Ducks practice on Jan. 5, 2025, at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Oregon, ahead of the Peach Bowl.

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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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Jan 1, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Austin Novosad (16) against the Liberty Flames during the 2024 Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Former Oregon Ducks quarterback Austin Novosad entered the transfer portal earlier this offseason. Novosad has yet to commit somewhere, but there is an ACC school that appears to be in the running.

Oct 23, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) as he leaves the field following the game against the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Former Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers had their season end in the wild card round to the New England Patirots. In the aftermath, the Chargers decided to fire offensive coordinator Greg Roman.

Sep 6, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) arrives with the team before a game against the Akron Zips at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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Former Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola has committed to the Oregon Ducks after entering the transfer portal this offseason. Current Ducks quarterback Akili Smith Jr. gave his instant reaction to this news on social media.

Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) looks on before the game against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore has yet to make a decision regarding his 2026 NFL Draft status. Moore has only 20 collegiate starts under his belt, but is currently projected as a top pick.

Jan 11, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) looks on before the game against the New England Patriots in an AFC Wild Card Round game at Gillette Stadium.

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Former Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers saw their season end in the wild card round with a 16-3 loss to the New England Patriots. Former Ducks starting at quarterback have lost their last five NFL playoff games.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore walks off 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.

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The Oregon Ducks season came to a close in a 56-22 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers. Oregon finished the year with a record of 13-2 and just one win away from a national championship game appearance.

Dec 6, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) and head coach Curt Cignetti speak in a press conference after defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2025 Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium

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The Indiana Hoosiers fanbase took over Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, during their 56-22 win over the Oregon Ducks.

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 season is over after their 56-22 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Peach Bowl. This was the second year in a row Oregon's season ended in a blowout playoff loss.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning, left, and Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti shake hands during the head coaches’ press conference ahead of the Peach Bowl at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia, on Jan. 8, 2026.

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The Oregon Ducks are underdogs in the Peach Bowl against the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers. Oregon and Indiana played earlier this season, with the Hoosiers beating the Ducks in Autzen Stadium. Will Oregon be able to avenge this defeat?

Aug 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (0) on the field before the preseason game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks are one of the final teams left in the race to bring home the College Football Playoff National Championship this season. Former Duck and current New England Patriots defensive back Christian Gonzalez had a funny way of predicting Oregon

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning listens to a reporter’s question during the head coaches’ press conference ahead of the Peach Bowl at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia, on Jan. 8, 2026.

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The Oregon Ducks and Indiana Hoosiers will meet in the Peach Bowl, with the winner advancing to the national championship game against the Miami Hurricanes.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning watches from the sideline 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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The Oregon Ducks and Indiana Hoosiers will be playing in the Peach Bowl for a spot in the National Championship. Oregon's updated player availability report was released on Thursday, with running back Noah Whittington being added as "questionable."

Cory Pappas

Joined: Aug 15, 2024

Oregon Transfer Quarterback Austin Novosad Finds Surprising New Home

What Ole Miss Fans Should Know About Oregon Transfer Blake Purchase

The Recruiting Impact of Oregon Hire Chris Hampton

Oregon Fans Will Love What Dante Moore Said About Forgoing NFL Draft

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Potential Transfer Destination For Oregon Quarterback Austin Novosad Revealed

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Concerning Trend Continuing For Quarterback Justin Herbert

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Oregon Quarterback Akili Smith Jr. Responds to Dylan Raiola Transfer News

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NFL Draft Analyst Reveals Case For Dante Moore to Return to Oregon

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The NFL Conversation About Justin Herbert Continues After Playoff Loss

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Why Oregon's Season Was Still A Success Despite Peach Bowl Loss

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Curt Cignetti, Fernando Mendoza Get Real About The Crowd Advantage Against Oregon

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Oregon Ducks’ Early Playoff Stat Draws Attention

Oregon Fans Will Love J.D PicKell's Peach Bowl Score Prediction

Christian Gonzalez Turns Heads With College Football Playoff Prediction

Oregon's Potential National Championship Opponent Features Familiar Face

New Concern For Oregon’s Running Back Room on Updated Injury Report