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Oct 25, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) arrives before the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Memorial Stadium.

Oregon Ducks fans have expressed their concerns over transfer quarterback Dylan Raiola's ability to lead the team to success. Why a fresh start under Lanning could benefit the former Nebraska Cornhuskers star quarterback.

Oct 25, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) arrives before the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Memorial Stadium.

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Oregon Ducks fans have expressed their concerns over transfer quarterback Dylan Raiola's ability to lead the team to success. Why a fresh start under Lanning could benefit the former Nebraska Cornhuskers star quarterback.

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Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq talks with reporters during Oregon football’s Media Day on July 28, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

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Oregon Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq announced on Tuesday his decision to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. While Sadiq's loss is significant for the Ducks' offense, their tight end group remains strong entering next season.

Oregon Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq warms up before the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium.

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Oregon Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq enters the offseason as one of the top players at his position on most 2026 NFL Draft boards.

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.

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 made quite a few splashes in the transfer portal, but they also lost some key players on the defensive side of the ball. Where does the Ducks transfer portal class rank?

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning speaks 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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Former Colorado Buffaloes offensive tackle Jordan Seaton is one of the highest-ranked players in the portal. As it could come down to a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) bidding war, the Oregon Ducks and Texas Longhorns are teams to watch for Seaton.

Oregon tight end Jamari Johnson speaks during a media availability on Aug. 5, 2025, in Eugene, Oregon

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Oregon Ducks tight end Jamari Johnson was one of the few Ducks that had not yet announced his NFL Draft decision, until Tuesday.

Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Jay Harris (22) runs the ball against Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Jamari Sharpe (22) during the first quarter of the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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One of the Oregon Ducks' lone standouts from their season-ending Peach Bowl loss has found a new home.

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Pat McAfee makes a bold claim about the Indiana Hoosiers and their fanbase after beating the Oregon Ducks in the Peach Bowl.

Oregon defensive line coach Tony Tuioti, left, and his son, outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti, during the Oregon Ducks media day ahead of the Orange Bowl on Dec. 30, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

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Oregon Ducks redshirt sophomore Terrance Green has entered his name in the transfer portal, making him the seventh defensive lineman to leave the Ducks since the season ended.

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 are set to return their defensive line and offensive lineman Iapani Laloulu in 2026 with five players already announcing their NFL Draft decisions. Coach Dan Lanning stills waits on the announcements of five other key players.

Sep 27, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Jayden Limar (27) reacts with fans after defeating the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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Missing the Oregon Ducks' loss in the Peach Bowl to the Indiana Hoosiers, running back Jayden Limar departs the program for the Ducks' rivals, the Washington Huskies.

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning on the field prior to the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Oregon Ducks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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The Oregon Ducks are adding to their transfer portal class in a big way, landing the top available safety in the Big Ten this offseason.

Jan 1, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Oregon Ducks offensive line coach A'Lique Terry against the Liberty Flames during the 2024 Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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The Oregon Ducks added another key addition from the transfer portal following a busy weekend for coach Dan Lanning's program. Oregon's 2026 offensive line unit is beginning to come together, despite several starters heading to the NFL.

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.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning speaks during the coaches press conference in Los Angeles Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, ahead of the Rose Bowl.

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The Oregon Ducks are tied with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish for the fifth-best betting odds to win the College Football Playoff National Championship game after the 2026 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.

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The No. 5 Oregon Ducks enter the offseason after losing 56-22 to the No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Peach Bowl. What are the biggest offseason questions for the Oregon Ducks?

Oregon defensive line coach Tony Tuioti walks the field during Oregon’s spring game on April 26, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

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With a number of Oregon Ducks starting defensive linemen returning to school instead of entering the NFL Draft, the Ducks lost a former four-star recruit to the transfer portal.

Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning smiles during the third quarter against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks are loading up through the transfer portal at a rapid pace. Coach Dan Lanning has added several high-profile pieces, including former Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola, Baylor safety Carl Williams IV, UAB receiver Iverson Hooks and Yale o

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning takes 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 have started to get busy in the transfer portal, as they have now secured their first wide receiver commitment of the offseason.

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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The Oregon Ducks landed former Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola in the transfer portal. In addition to Raiola's on-field success, he comes from a family of athletes, which can play a role in his growth on and off the field.

Dec 28, 2022; San Diego, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on from the sideline during the second half against the North Carolina Tar Heels of the 2022 Holiday Bowl at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks could have a defensive line depth issue on their hands after defensive linemen Ashton Porter, Tionne Gray, Jericho Johnson, and Tobi Haastrup announced they will enter the transfer portal.

Nov 28, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) greets the team as the walk into the stadium before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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Former Nebraska Cornhuskers star quarterback Dylan Raiola has committed to the Oregon Ducks. What does Raiola's commitment mean for the Ducks' recruiting and coach Dan Lanning's transfer portal approach?

Oct 11, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) walks the sidelines during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium.

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Former Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola has committed to the Oregon Ducks out of the transfer portal.

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Oregon Ducks redshirt sophomore quarterback Dante Moore faces a monumental decision - one that will send ripples through both the Ducks program and the NFL. There’s no clear right or wrong choice: will Moore take the field for another season in Eugene, or