Pro Ducks - Oregon Ducks On SI - Sports Illustrated

Pro Ducks

Nov 8, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning enters Kinnick Stadium before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Four-star running back recruit Tradarian Ball became Oregon's best signee at the position from the state of Texas since LaMichael James. Ball and James' talents are very similar. How can Ball have a similar impact with the Ducks?

Nov 8, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning enters Kinnick Stadium before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Football

Four-star running back recruit Tradarian Ball became Oregon's best signee at the position from the state of Texas since LaMichael James. Ball and James' talents are very similar. How can Ball have a similar impact with the Ducks?

Recent Articles

Nov 16, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) participates in early pregame warmups against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Football

Former Oregon Ducks running back Royce Freeman signed with the Los Angeles Chargers' practice squad, meaning he'll reunite with Justin Herbert and Troy Dye. How does the Oregon chemistry compare to other Ducks duos in the NFL?

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning will stein tosh lupoi hire fire recruiting class rankings nfl draft candidates college football playoff

Football

Remarkably, every coordinator Ducks coach Dan Lanning has hired at Oregon has parlayed the opportunity into a Power Four head coaching job. Lanning says he expects the next coordinators he hires to climb to the same trajectory. But how does that impact re

Nov 30, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) reacts after the game against the Denver Broncos at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Football

Though the Washington Commanders lost to the Denver Broncos 27-26 in overtime, quarterback Marcus Mariota had splashes of football genius harkening back to his Oregon Duck days alongside disappointing lows leading to a mixed bag.

Bo Nix denver Broncos super bowl sean payton nfl quarterback football oregon ducks heisman history record injury goal

Football

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix has led the Denver Broncos to a 10-2 record and nine straight victories. Nix and Denver coach Sean Payton have not been shy about verbalizing their Super Bowl goals. Nix's candid comments shine light on two wild facts.

oregon ducks bo nix marcus mariota quarterback injury bucky irving evan williams justin herbert denver broncos nfl commanders

Football

Oregon Ducks fans watched several players return to action in week 13 of NFL play. Former Oregon quarterbacks Bo Nix and Marcus Mariota faced off in an overtime thriller, while running back Bucky Irving came back from injury.

Oct 19, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) warms up prior to the game against the Indianapolis Colts at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Football

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert sustained a break in his left hand during the team's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. The former Oregon Ducks quarterback is no stranger to overcoming injuries and can bounce back even stronger.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) in the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Football

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix and Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota battled on Sunday Night Football. While the Broncos emerged victorious, Mariota's performance turned heads. Nix opened up about his respect for Mariota, sharing comment

Aug 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

Chip Kelly is looking in the job market after he was let go by the Las Vegas Raiders in the middle of the NFL season. Does it make sense for the former Oregon coach to be hired back to the Ducks coaching staff?

Jul 31, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) participates in training camp at AdventHealth Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Football

Former Oregon Ducks running back Bucky Irving made his return to the field for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after battling multiple injuries since week 4. Irving was a huge part of the Bucs 20-17 win over the Arizona Cardinals, snapping a losing streak.

Cleveland Browns Shedeur Sanders Dillon gabriel rookie quarterback Kevin Stefanski nfl concussion san francisco 49ers trade

Football

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders has won the starting job over Dillon Gabriel. Sanders and Cleveland coach Kevin Stefanski detail how Gabriel has reacted to being moved to the back up role after clearing concussion protocol.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) in the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Football

Former Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix gave a humble response to recent comparisons to legendary Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway. Nix showed his approach to the game ahead of his matchup against the Washington Commanders and Marcus Mariota.

Jul 31, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) participates in training camp at AdventHealth Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Football

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving has been out with an injury since week 4 of the NFL season. The former Oregon Ducks running back is set to make his return, and his mindset through the injury can lead to a big comeback story.

oregon ducks gameday dan lanning nfl draft scouts declare decision dante moore college football playoff big ten rece davis exclusive bri amaranthus

Football

Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore's NFL decision is more complicated than it may seem. ESPN's Rece Davis shares exclusive insight into why Moore might want to stay with Oregon and coach Dan Lanning another season instead of declaring the for draft

Aug 23, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tez Johnson (83), running back Sean Tucker (44) and running back Josh Williams (37) prior to the game against the Buffalo Bills at Raymond James Stadium.

Football

Former Oregon Ducks quarterbacks Justin Herbert, Marcus Mariota and Bo Nix were all on NFL bye weeks, while Dillon Gabriel missed week 12 due to injury. Which Pro Ducks stood out despite the absence of quarterbacks?

oregon ducks usc trojans gameday dan lanning dante moore college football playoff big ten rece davis exclusive bri amaranthus

Football

In an exclusive interview, ESPN's College GameDay host Rece Davis reveals the biggest differences between Oregon coach Dan Lanning and USC coach Lincoln Riley, if he thinks Oregon can still make the playoff if the Ducks lose to USC and what makes Ducks fa

Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning during the game against Oklahoma State.

Football

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning made an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show ahead of the rivalry matchup against the USC Trojans. This included some brief comments on injuries and a quick exchange with Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) after the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High.

Football

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix caught up with Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning for a brief moment as guests on The Pat McAfee Show. Nix highlighted Lanning as one of the best coaches in the country and revealed why he believes so.

Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (left) and girlfriend Madison Beer attend the game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

Ahead of the Oregon Ducks' match-up against the USC Trojans, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and his partner, pop star Madison Beer, are enjoying the sights of Herbert's home town with ESPN's College GameDay's second visit on the horizon.

Georgia Bulldogs Bear Alexander usc trojans transfer portal oregon ducks dan lanning big ten nfl draft scouts practice sacks lincoln riley

Football

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Bear Alexander is gaining NFL buzz for his breakout season. Alexander transferred to the Ducks after playing for the Georgia Bulldogs and USC Trojans. Alexander is preparing to face USC and coach Lincoln Riley on Saturday in

Sep 21, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) walks off the field after the Commanders' game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Football

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is being inducted into the Oregon Ducks' Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday when the Ducks host the USC Trojans. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore revealed the relationship he has with Mariota

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) after the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Football

Former Oregon stars Bo Nix and Troy Franklin put on a show for the Denver Broncos, while three other quarterbacks received starts in the NFL over the weekend. Who were the most notable Pro Ducks performers in week 11?

Former Duck Sabrina Ionescu wears a disguise for Oregon Bingo at halftime of the Oregon Army women’s game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene Nov. 16, 2025.

Basketball

During the Oregon Ducks' 80-55 victory over the Army Black Knights at Matthew Knight Arena, New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu wore an unrecognizable disguise that tricked the audience.

Browns quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel talk before a game, Nov. 16, 2025.

Football

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel suffered a concussion on Sunday in the loss to the Baltimore Ravens. As a result of Gabriel's injury, fellow rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders saw some game action.

Nov 9, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) looks on during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Football

During a rare Friday night win for the Oregon Ducks against the Minnesota Golden Gophers, New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough watched from the sidelines at Autzen Stadium. Shough played for Oregon before transferring to the Texas Tech Red Raiders