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Nov 9, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning leads his team before the start of a game against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

EXCLUSIVE: Oregon Ducks’ Dan Lanning 'Ahead Of Curve' For GM Model In College Football

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning is one of the top recruiters in the country, adapting to the ever-changing Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) era to build elite rosters. An underrated move that Lanning made in 2021, is adding Chief of Staff Marshall Malchow, who

Nov 9, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning leads his team before the start of a game against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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EXCLUSIVE: Oregon Ducks’ Dan Lanning 'Ahead Of Curve' For GM Model In College Football

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning is one of the top recruiters in the country, adapting to the ever-changing Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) era to build elite rosters. An underrated move that Lanning made in 2021, is adding Chief of Staff Marshall Malchow, who

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Nov 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley, left, and Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning talk before a game at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Job Security Ranked: Luke Fickell, Lincoln Riley Hot Seat?

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning has had a very successful first three seasons as coach in Eugene. Lanning is ranked as the coach with the "coldest" seat heading into the 2025 season, while Luke Fickell and Lincoln Riley's are on the hotter side.

Dec 30, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Rodrick Pleasant (16) poses during Rose Bowl media day at Sheraton Grand LA. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Transfer Portal Tracker: Where Former Oregon Ducks Landed

Coach Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks gained a healthy number of players from the transfer portal this offseason, but where did the transfers who exited the program end up?

Nov 5, 2022; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning before the game against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images head coach Dan Lanning

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Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning: Best Coach In College Football?

Where does Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning rank among the best coaches in college football? Lanning, Ohio State's Ryan Day, Georgia's Kirby Smart, and Clemson's Dabo Swinney, Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman and Texas' Steve Sarkisian are among the top.

Oct 13, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Tulane Green Wave running back Makhi Hughes (21) runs with the ball during the first half against the Memphis Tigers at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman, Makhi Hughes Ranked Among Top-50 Players in College Football

Oregon Ducks safety Dillon Thieneman and running back Makhi Hughes are projected to be among the most valuable college football players in 2025. Both players are entering their first year with the Ducks after standout seasons with Purdue and Tulane.

Aug 31, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) warms up before the game against the Idaho Vandals at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dante Moore's Expectations: Heisman Trophy Finalist?

The Oregon Ducks have sent a quarterback to the Heisman Trophy Ceremony each of the past two seasons. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore's teammates and members of the national media predict that he will share the same fate.

Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) returns a punt Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, during Purdue football practice at Bimel Outdoor Practice Complex in West Lafayette, Ind.

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Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Among Highest-Rated Safeties In EA College Football 26

The Oregon Ducks made one of the best pickups of the offseason when they landed Purdue safety transfer Dillon Thieneman. With the overalls of the top safeties in EA College Football 26 being released, Thieneman has an overall of 93.

Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) reacts after a Penn State Nittany Lions touchdown Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Penn State Nittany Lions won 49-10.

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Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Projected NFL Draft First-Round Pick?

The Oregon Ducks had two players selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. After retooling their roster over the offseason, the Ducks have been projected to have a pair of first rounders in the 2026 draft, including safety Dillon Thieneman.

Oct 13, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Tulane Green Wave running back Makhi Hughes (21) runs the ball during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks Shockingly Left Off Preseason First Team: Cade Klubnik Overrated?

The Oregon Ducks remain loaded with talent headed into the 2025 season but that isn't resulting in any preseason first-team honors just yet. Two Ducks earned second-team All-America honors; running back Makhi Hughes and safety Dillon Theineman.

Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) reacts after a Penn State Nittany Lions touchdown Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Penn State Nittany Lions won 49-10.

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Oregon Ducks' Top Defensive Player Predictions For EA College Football 26

The Oregon Ducks had one of the best defenses in college football a season ago. With EA College Football 26's release right around the corner, take a look at three potential Oregon defenders who could have the highest overall on release day.

Coach Dan Lanning celebrates amid a crowd of fans on the field as No. 3 Oregon knocked off No. 2 Ohio State 32-31 on Saturday at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.

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Oregon Ducks' Autzen Stadium Snubbed? Toughest College Football Stadiums To Play

Which college football stadiums are ranked as the toughest places to play? LSU's Tiger Stadium is the toughest place to play, followed by Penn State's Beaver Stadium and Ohio State's Ohio Stadium. The Oregon Ducks' Autzen Stadium in Eugene is ranked in th

Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Iapani Laloulu (72) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Reveals Expectations For Offensive Line

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning detailed the standards of the program's offensive line in a recent interview. The Ducks prepare to play a new group up front in the fall, following the additions of Isaiah World, Emmanuel Pregnon and Alex Harkey.

Oregon Ducks Coach Dan Lanning On NFL Jobs: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’

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EXCLUSIVE: Oregon Ducks Coach Dan Lanning On NFL, Other Jobs: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’

Does Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning have NFL aspirations? Lanning shut down rumors he would replace Nick Saban at Alabama in 2022. Now, Lanning is opening up about his commitment to Oregon, the NFL and his future plans in an exclusive interview.

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.

Sep 14, 2024; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Iapani Laloulu (72) and Oregon Ducks defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei (10) leave the field after the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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Three Oregon Ducks Predicted As Potential First Round 2026 NFL Draft Picks

Which Oregon Ducks players could be first round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft? Oregon EDGE Matayo Uiagalelei, transfer offensive lineman Isaiah world and tight end Kenyon Sadiq are on the radar of NFL analysts as coach Dan Lanning looks to lead his team bac

Aug 31, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) during pregame warmups before the game against the Idaho Vandals at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks' Dante Moore Shares Touching Video After Donating $10,000 To High School

The Oregon Ducks' redshirt sophomore quarterback, Dante Moore, donated $10,000 to his former high school in Detroit. Moore expressed his excitement for the 2025 season, where he's expected to contend for the Heisman Trophy.

Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on in the second quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2025 Rose Bowl college football quarterfinal game at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Top-25 College Football Rankings Shake Up: Texas Longhorns Rise, Oregon Ducks Top-5

The Oregon Ducks continue to earn national respect. In a recent ranking of college team's futures, the Ducks landed inside the top five. The list considers quarterback continuity, recruiting, and program stability.

Oregon running back Noah Whittington carries the ball before the game as the Oregon Ducks face the Ohio State Buckeyes Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in the quarterfinal of the College Football Playoff at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif.

Oregon Ducks' Dangerous Running Backs: Noah Whittington, Makhi Hughes Rising Stars

The Oregon Ducks running backs could be dangerous in the Big Ten Conference in 2025. Redshirt senior Noah Whittington and transfer Makhi Hughes are poised for break out seasons. Running backs Da’Juan Riggs, Jayden Limar and Jay Harris are players to watch

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning Reveals Best Nick Saban Advice

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EXCLUSIVE: Dan Lanning Reveals Best Nick Saban Advice For Oregon Ducks Football Success

Legendary coach Nick Saban doesn’t want Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning to be the “next Nick Saban.” Lanning and Saban's relationship goes back more than a decade and the two regularly keep in contact. In an exclusive interview, Lanning reveals what advice

Oregon Ducks receiver Evan Stewart Suffers Torn patellar tendon, will miss significant time

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Oregon Ducks Top Receiver Evan Stewart Suffers Injury, Likely Season-Ending

The Oregon Ducks top returning wide receiver, senior Evan Stewart, recently suffered a knee injury and will miss significant time, possibly the entire 2025-26 season. The recovery time for Stewart is expected to be 6-12 months.

Dec 30, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Evan Stewart (7) poses during Rose Bowl media day at Sheraton Grand LA.

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Oregon Ducks' Receiver Depth In Trouble After Evan Stewart Injury?

Oregon Ducks senior wide receiver Evan Stewart may be out for the season with a knee injury suffered this week. Stewart is Oregon's top returning receiver for quarterback Dante Moore. Who else do the Ducks have as an offensive weapon?

Oct 14, 2023; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Dante Moore (3) arrives prior to the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

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How Dillon Gabriel Prepared Dante Moore To Be Oregon Ducks Starting Quarterback

Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore transferred to the program in 2024 along with quarterback Dillon Gabriel, now with the Cleveland Browns. Moore discussed how sitting behind Gabriel for a season helped prepare him to take over the offense and start.

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning and Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day pose with the Leishman Trophy during a Rose Bowl press conference in Los Angeles on Dec. 31, 2024.

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Ohio State, Oregon Ducks Help Big Ten Usurp SEC As Best College Football Conference?

For years the SEC has been known as the top conference in college football but could the Big Ten be taking that role? With the successes of the Oregon Ducks and Ohio State Buckeyes and the growth of the transfer portal and NIL is the Big Ten the best?

Dec 18, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Desmond Claude (1) reacts in the first half against the Cal State Northridge Matadors at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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No. 1 Transfer Portal Guard Desmond Claude To Join Oregon Ducks, Tennessee Volunteers?

The Oregon Ducks are reportedly looking to bolster their roster with the addition of USC Trojans transfer guard Desmond Claude. Oregon has already landed Texas Longhorns wing Devon Pryor and Ohio State Buckeyes forward Sean Stewart among others.

Mar 18, 2024; Dayton, OH, USA; Howard Bison forward Miles Stewart (4) dunks during NCAA Tournament First Four Practice at UD Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks, Dana Altman Land Transfer Portal Target Miles Stewart

Howard Bison forward Miles Stewart will be joining his brother, Ohio State Buckeyes forward Sean Stewart, in the 2025 transfer portal class for the Oregon Ducks, coach Dana Altman's fourth transfer acquired this offseason.