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Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks off after his win as the Oregon Ducks host the USC Trojans on Nov. 22, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore could depart for the NFL this offseason and Arizona State's Sam Leavitt has emerged as a transfer who might be a good fit for the Ducks next season if Moore goes pro. How could Leavitt thrive if he chooses to join his

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks off after his win as the Oregon Ducks host the USC Trojans on Nov. 22, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore could depart for the NFL this offseason and Arizona State's Sam Leavitt has emerged as a transfer who might be a good fit for the Ducks next season if Moore goes pro. How could Leavitt thrive if he chooses to join his

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Texas Tech offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich looks on during warmups before a Big 12 Conference football game, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Jones AT&T Stadium.

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The College Football Quarterfinal game between the No. 5 Oregon Ducks and No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders will feature a coaching matchup of brothers. Mack Leftwich, Texas Tech's offensive coordinator, commented on playing his brother, Cutter Leftwich, and O

Sep 20, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Dakorien Moore (1) walks off the field after the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks have been hit hard with injuries to wide receivers this season. Some good news for the Ducks ahead of their upcoming game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders is that Dakorien Moore and Gary Bryant Jr. are off the injury report.

Dec 25, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) warms up before the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Two former Oregon Ducks quarterbacks continued to hit historic milestones during the latest slate of NFL action. Bo Nix and Christian Gonzalez also headlined the week by securing division titles.

Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Behren Morton after the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Jones AT&T Stadium.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Behren Morton has had an injury worth monitoring headed into the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals against the Oregon Ducks.

Fighting Ducks offensive lineman Iapani Laloulu celebrates 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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The No. 5 Oregon Ducks will be losing a lot of players on both sides of the ball this offseason, either to the transfer portal or to the 2026 NFL Draft, Oregon Ducks center Iapani Laloulu will not be one of them.

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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The Oregon Ducks' plans for the quarterback position next year ride on Dante Moore's decision if he wants to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. Austin Novosad's decision to enter the transfer portal raises a lot of questions to the future of the position.

Oregon Offensive Coordinator Will Stein leads a drill with quarterback Dante Moore at Autzen Stadium in Eugene Dec. 14, 2025 before the first-round CFP game against James Madison.

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Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein spoke with the media about A'lique Terry's offensive line leading up to the College Football Playoff's Orange Bowl matchup between the Oregon Ducks and Texas Tech Red Raiders. It will take place at Hard Rock Stadium

Nov 14, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning high fives fans before a game between the Oregon Ducks and the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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With a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Peach Bowl at stake, the Oregon Ducks and Texas Tech will square off in the Orange Bowl for the first time in program history. How do the advanced analytics break down the matchup?

Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning, left, and Defensive Coordinator Tosh Lupoi discus their game plan during the game against Oklahoma State.

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The Oregon Ducks' two coordinators, Will Stein and Tosh Lupoi, will bring several Ducks staff members to their new coaching positions. How does the loss of Oregon's top two coordinators and coaching staff members reflect what Lanning is building in Eugene

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks off the field after a timeout as the Oregon Ducks take on the Washington Huskies on Nov. 29, 2025, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

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As Oregon gears up for its Orange Bowl matchup with Texas Tech, Dan Lanning has made one thing clear: the Ducks aren’t hitting pause on recruiting. Even in the heart of bowl prep, the staff is pressing forward with championship-level urgency.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning speaks during Oregon football’s media day Monday, July 29, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.

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The No. 5 Oregon Ducks will play the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff. Preview, prediction, TV channel, and betting odds for the matchup at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Dec 6, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Joey McGuire celebrates with the Big 12 Championship trophy after the game against the BYU Cougars at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Ahead of the Oregon Ducks vs. Texas Tech Red raiders matchup in the Orange Bowl, Oregon coach Dan Lanning compared his current Ducks roster to the one that played Texas Tech on the road in 2023.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks the sideline as the Oregon Ducks take on the Washington Huskies on Nov. 29, 2025, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

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Oregon Ducks running back Dierre Hill Jr. opened up about his experience playing in the College Football Playoff as a true freshman. Hill Jr. and the Ducks will play the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the playoff quarterfinals.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore celebrates the Ducks' victory over James Madison at the end of the game at Autzen Stadium in Eugene Dec. 20, 2025.

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The Oregon Ducks are set to play the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal. Quarterback Dante Moore spoke about the team's preparation ahead of the Orange Bowl.

New Kentucky Wildcat head coach Will Stein makes remarks as he is introduced at Kentucky on Wednesday, December 3, 2025

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College football fans continue to question whether or not Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore will return to school in 2026 or head to the NFL Draft. Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein spoke about Moore's mindset through his decision process.

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning instructs his team from the sideline against the Indiana Hoosiers during the third quarter at Autzen Stadium.

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The Oregon Ducks will need to keep close tabs on other programs as they look to retain their current only commitment in the 2027 recruiting class as the College Football Playoff treads on.

Texas Tech offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich jogs onto the field before a Big 12 Conference football game, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Jones AT&T Stadium

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Texas Tech Red Raiders offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich is facing his younger brother, Oregon Ducks assistant offensive line coach Cutter Leftwich in the Orange Bowl, putting bragging rights on the line on New Year's Day.

Dec 22, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) shoots the ball during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard is recording career-highs in points, assists, and rebounds. Coach Dana Altman has three other Oregon Ducks in the NBA with Dillon Brooks, Chris Boucher, and N'Faly Dante.

Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi directs practice March 29, 2022.

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A number of off-field coaches from the Oregon Ducks 2025 program, including Connor Boyd, Darrion Daniels, Steve Haunga, and Zac Diles, will all be joining defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi with the California Golden Bears next season.

Texas Tech's Ben Roberts jogs off the field prior to a Big 12 Conference football game, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, at Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker Ben Roberts previewed the Oregon Ducks offense ahead of the Orange Bowl matchup in the College Football Playoff.

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Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert’s classy response after being sacked five times in a loss to the Houston Texans speaks volumes about his character. With the Chargers already punched into the NFL playoffs, Herbert now hopes to rewrite his p

Oregon forward Kwame Evans Jr. puts up a shot as the Oregon Ducks host the UC Davis Aggies on Dec. 13, 2025, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.

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The Oregon Ducks are looking to finish their non-conference schedule three games over .500, currently at 6-6 overall. Coach Dana Altman's group is already 0-2 in Big Ten Conference play with losses to the USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins.

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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The Oregon Ducks haven't had a quarterback start and end his career with the program since Justin Herbert. Between Dante Moore impending NFL decision and Austin Novosad's transfer news, the Ducks may look to the portal for their next quarterback.

Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi walks the field during an open practice ahead of the Orange Bowl at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Oregon on Dec. 27, 2025.

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The Oregon Ducks defense is coming off what arguably their worst performance of the season in their 51-34 win over the James Madison Dukes in the first round of the College Football Playoff. Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi's unit will look to rebo