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Gabriel Duarte

Gabriel Duarte

Joined: Aug 16, 2024

Gabriel Duarte is am On SI reporter covering the Oregon Ducks and USC Trojans. Gabriel has covered many college sporting events around the Southern California area including basketball and football for USC. Gabriel also writes for his local newspaper on high school sports.

Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Football

The Oregon Ducks signed a talented 2026 recruiting class with plenty of players that could contribute early in their careers. Here are two instant impact signees that could shine as freshman for the Ducks next season.

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Jan 5, 2026; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman looks on during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Basketball

Despite struggling on the court this season, the Oregon Ducks have been active on the recruiting trail in the 2027 cycle. Four-star forward Jalen White has caught the attention of the Ducks' coaching staff and is one of their top targets in the cycle.

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Oregon coach Dan Lanning oversees warmups before the game against Boise State at Autzen in Eugene Sept. 7, 2024
Football

The Oregon Ducks signed one of the top 2025 recruiting classes in the country. As a result, the Ducks got some much-needed production from multiple true freshmen contributors. Here are three rising sophomores to watch for the Ducks in 2026.

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