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Nov 22, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Noah Whittington (6) poses for a photo with head coach Dan Lanning before the game against the Southern California Trojans at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

After suffering a devastating injury in 2023, Whittington was on the verge of walking away from football. A torn ACL required reconstructive knee surgery and came with a projected 12-month recovery timeline. Then Oregon coach Dan Lanning stepped in.

Nov 22, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Noah Whittington (6) poses for a photo with head coach Dan Lanning before the game against the Southern California Trojans at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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After suffering a devastating injury in 2023, Whittington was on the verge of walking away from football. A torn ACL required reconstructive knee surgery and came with a projected 12-month recovery timeline. Then Oregon coach Dan Lanning stepped in.

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Oregon head coach Dan Lanning during the head coaches press conference ahead of Orange Bowl on Dec. 31, 2025, in Dania Beach, Florida.

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Dan Lanning talked about his relationship-based recruiting approach with the Oregon Ducks during his press conference with Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire. The two teams are set to face off in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl.

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Oregon coach Dan Lanning spoke candidly about ideas to improve the College Football Playoff format. Lanning believes college football should own Saturdays in December, instead of giving the days to the NFL.

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The Oregon Ducks returned to practice ahead of their Orange Bowl matchup against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, and one receiver was not seen during the session. Injuries remain a key storyline, with attention on receivers Dakorien Moore, Evan Stewart and Ga

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

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.

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.

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After three seasons with the Oregon Ducks, quarterback Austin Novosad plans to exit the program for a shot through the NCAA Transfer Portal. Novosad's next team may have some Duck ties.

Sep 26, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) celebrates with head coach Kenny Dillingham after their win against TCU Horned Frogs at Mountain America Stadium, Home of the ASU Sun Devils. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Reiner-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks could be in the market for a quarterback transfer this offseason with Dante Moore potentially declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft. Here are three potential quarterback transfers that the Ducks could target in the coming months.

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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The Oregon Ducks added former USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander from the transfer portal this past offseason. Could Dan Lanning and the Oregon coaching staff do something similar once again?

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Oregon Ducks wide receiver Malik Benson has been a critical player for the offense, and he did not hold back on his opinion about Oregon fans and Autzen Stadium after the Ducks' win in the College Football Playoff.

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The Oregon Ducks have been without wide receiver Evan Stewart this season after he suffered a torn patellar tendon. Stewart’s injury status for Oregon’s College Football Playoff game vs. James Madison has been downgraded to doubtful, raising major questio

Sep 2, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Justius Lowe (14) takes a break during warm-ups before a game against the Portland State Vikings at Autzen Stadium.

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The Oregon Ducks are losing wide receiver Justius Lowe as well as defensive backs Jahlil Florence, Solomon Davis, and Dakoda Fields to the transfer portal when it opens in January. The Ducks have also been linked to high-profile quarterbacks in the portal

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The Oregon Ducks have been no stranger to adding transfer portal quarterbacks over the past few years, and are reportedly connected to two more after the end of the regular season. Dante Moore's decision to stay or head to the NFL will play a factor.

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The Oregon Ducks' sole loss of the season, quarterback Dante Moore credits the 30-20 loss at Autzen Stadium as the game that turned his mentality around as the Ducks head into the College Football Playoff against the James Madison Dukes.

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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The No. 5 Oregon Ducks have relied on their strength in numbers to earn a spot in the College Football Playoff for a second consecutive season. How can the Ducks' strength in numbers fuel a run at a national championship?

Oct 18, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks have had a lot on their plate in the past few weeks. Ducks' coach Dan Lanning has had to balance running coaching searches and planning for a first-round College Football Playoff game and his comments on the challenges are refreshing.

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The Oregon Ducks will be parting ways with a notable member of the wide receiver room as they get set for the first round of the College Football Playoff against the James Madison Dukes.

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Arizona State Sun Devils coach Kenny Dillingham has been contacted by the hiring firm for the Michigan Wolverines job opening. the move would place him in the Big Ten and set up regular matchups against Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning, his former boss.

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

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The No. 5 Oregon Ducks are quietly preparing behind the scenes in case Ducks quarterback Dante Moore decides to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. The Ducks' 2026 quarterback could come to Eugene via the transfer portal.

Florida Gators wide receiver Dallas Wilson (6) looks on without a helmet during fall football practice at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

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Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway is reportedly entering the transfer portal, putting the status of true freshman wide receiver Dallas Wilson in question. Once an Oregon Ducks signee, will Wilson be looking for a new home after Lagway's transfer?

Oct 18, 2025; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks are in the College Football Playoff, but that doesn't mean the transfer portal season will wait for them. Oregon coach Dan Lanning will look to keep his streak of not losing a starter to the portal in his tenure in tact.

Nov 22, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) poses for a photo head coach Dan Lanning before the game against the Southern California Trojans at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Oregon Ducks have had success adding talent to the transfer portal under coach Dan Lanning the past few seasons. With Oregon set to lose key pieces this offseason, who are some potential transfer portal players that the Ducks could target?

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

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The Oregon Ducks are 11-1 and headed to the College Football Playoff for the second straight season. Despite this, Oregon coach Dan Lanning was not named as one of the 12 finalists for the Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award.

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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The Oregon Ducks have lost their first player to the NCAA Transfer Portal since the conclusion of the regular season. Defensive back Solomon Davis announced his intention to enter the portal, resulting in the Ducks losing a key special teams player.