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Dec 31, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning during the Rose Bowl head coaches press conference at Sheraton Grand LA. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Why Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Recruited Running Back Makhi Hughes From Transfer Portal

During the winter transfer portal opening, the Oregon Ducks acquired running back Makhi Hughes from Tulane. Hughes rushed for over 1,000 yards in each season with Tulane. Oregon coach Dan Lanning explained why the team targeted Hughes.

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Dec 31, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning during the Rose Bowl head coaches press conference at Sheraton Grand LA. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Why Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Recruited Running Back Makhi Hughes From Transfer Portal

During the winter transfer portal opening, the Oregon Ducks acquired running back Makhi Hughes from Tulane. Hughes rushed for over 1,000 yards in each season with Tulane. Oregon coach Dan Lanning explained why the team targeted Hughes.

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Oregon Ducks 5-Star Recruiting Target Immanueal Iheanacho Moving Commitment Date?

After a recent visit with the Oregon Ducks, five-star offensive line recruit Immanuel Iheanacho is reportedly considering moving up his commitment date. Can Ducks coach Dan Lanning land Iheanacho over the Auburn Tigers, Penn State Nittany Lions, and LSU?

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The Texas Longhorns and coach Steve Sarkisian have added to their 2026 recruiting class with a commitment from five-star EDGE recruit and former Oregon Ducks commit Richard Wesley. Will Texas do a better job than Oregon of hanging onto Wesley?

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Oregon Ducks Offensive Line Candidate For Joe Moore Award?

With three Joe Moore Award Finalist nominations since 2019, the Oregon Ducks are back again with a re-vamped "Law Firm" in the trenches. According to a new offensive line ranking, analysts have the Ducks as a top-10 unit in the country.

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Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Jahlil Florence (6) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Oregon Ducks' Secondary Predicted To Be Among Nation's Best Units

The 2025 Oregon Ducks' secondary is predicted to be No. 6 nationally ahead of the season. The additions of defensive backs like Dillon Thieneman, Jadon Canady and Theran Johsnon will fill the gaps left by the secondary starters who left for the NFL

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May 9, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel (5) throws a pass during rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Dillon Gabriel Not Cleveland Browns' Franchise Quarterback? 2026 NFL Draft Prediction

Cleveland Browns quarterback and former Oregon Ducks star Dillon Gabriel was taken in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft by the Browns. Despite not playing in an NFL game yet, one Browns reporter doesn't view Gabriel as the future franchise quarterback

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Jan 5, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) after the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Denver Broncos' Bo Nix Snubbed In NFL Quarterback Rankings?

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is entering his second season in the NFL. The former Oregon Ducks quarterback was recently ranked below Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy among the starters entering the 2025 season. Was Nix ranked too low?

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Jan 1, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei (10) against the Liberty Flames during the 2024 Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Oregon Ducks' Matayo Uiagalelei First Round Prospect In 2026 NFL Draft?

Oregon Ducks EDGE Matayo Uiagalelei is predicted to go in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, with recent mock drafts predicting him to be selected by the New England Patriots. Can Uiagalelei build on an impressive 2024 campaign?

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May 10, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel (5) and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) throw passes during rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus.
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Cleveland Browns rookie quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders are competing for the starting job, but one NFL analyst believes Sanders' recent speeding tickets will lead to more reps for the former Oregon Ducks quarterback.

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Oregon Ducks running back Noah Whittington (6) carries the ball Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, during the Big Ten Championship game between the Oregon Ducks and the Penn State Nittany Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Ducks defeated the Nittany Lions, 45-37.
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Oregon coach Dan Lanning oversees his team as the Fighting Ducks face off against Mighty Oregon in the Oregon Ducks spring game on April 26, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.
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Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning To Sign Top-3 Recruiting Class?

The Oregon Ducks recently missed out on five-star recruit Brandon Arrington, but Ducks coach Dan Lanning also received a commitment from five-star safety recruit Jett Washington. Is there a path to a top-three recruiting class for Lanning and Oregon?

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Nov 2, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Oregon Ducks wide receiver Traeshon Holden (1) runs the ball chased by Michigan Wolverines defensive back Aamir Hall (12) in the second half at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Four-Star Linebacker Recruit Cancels Visit With Oregon Ducks After Michigan Wolverines Trip

The Oregon Ducks were originally set to host four-star linebacker Kenneth Goodwin for a visit this weekend, but he cancelled his trip to see Oregon coach Dan Lanning and the Ducks after finishing his trip with the Michigan Wolverines.

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Oct 26, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning greets fans before a game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Reveals Summer Plans For Quarterbacks Dante Moore, Austin Novosad

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning revealed the coaching staff's plans to prepare the team's quarterbacks ahead of the season. Ducks quarterback Dante Moore has the most experience and is expected to start, but teammates like Austin Novosad are competing.

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Dec 7, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq (18) reacts after a touchdown during the first quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions in the 2024 Big Ten Championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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Oregon Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq is primed for a breakout season with former Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson off to the NFL with the Los Angeles Rams. Is Sadiq a top tight end prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft?

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Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Top Safety Prospect In 2026 NFL Draft?

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Big Ten Quarterback Rankings: Oregon Ducks' Dante Moore Too High, Too Low?

In a recent rankings of the quarterbacks in the Big Ten Conference, Oregon Ducks' Dante Moore came out as No. 3, with Penn State Nittany Lions' Drew Allar and Ohio State Buckeyes' Julian Sayin taking the top two spots.

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Oregon Ducks Closing In On 5-Star Recruit Immanuel Iheanacho Ahead Of Final Visit

The Oregon Ducks have another big recruiting weekend ahead as Ducks coach Dan Lanning and his staff are set to host five-star offensive line recruit Immanuel Iheanacho. With Iheanacho scheduled to commit in August, the Ducks are receiving the final visit

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Four-star safety recruit Joey O'Brien revealed his commitment on Friday, deciding to play for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and coach Marcus Freeman over the Oregon Ducks, Clemson Tigers, and Penn State Nittany Lions.

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Five-star safety recruit Jett Washington committed to the Oregon Ducks and Dan Lanning over the Alabama Crimson Tide and USC Trojans. Washington is Oregon's second 5-star recruit in the 2026 recruiting class and is bumps up their class ranking to No. 7 in

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Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning leaves the field after a CFP Quarterfinal against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Oregon Ducks, Dan Lanning Predicted To Miss Big Ten Championship Game?

The Oregon Ducks and coach Dan Lanning finished the 2024 regular season undefeated, winning the Big Ten championship, and earning the No. 1 overall ranking in the College Football Playoff. Are the Ducks predicted to have this type of success in 2025?

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May 20, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) looks on during offseason workouts at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Justin Herbert Among Highest-Paid NFL Athletes For NFLPA's Top Licensing Payouts

Current Los Angeles Chargers' quarterback and former Oregon Duck Justin Herbert is among the top paid NFL athletes with licensing deals this past year according to a recent NFLPA report.

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Oregon coach Dan Lanning watches his team's game against Michigan at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
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Oregon Ducks 4-Star Commit Xavier Lherisse Makes Big Recruitment Decision

Four-star safety recruit Xavier Lherisse committed to the Oregon Ducks on Feb. 26. While Lherisse did continue to speak to other programs, he has officially announced he will no longer attend official visits and is locked in with the Oregon Ducks.

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