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I think Purchase is a "me" kind of guy. I could see instances when Matayo, TT and Purchase were on the field at the same time all game. That trio is better suited to assist the DTs in shutting down running games. All three are decent in pass coverage. But that's just me. I will never question what Lanning wants to do (anymore). I will simply state my preference. The defense is horribly weak at inside linebacker. Not enough lateral speed, not enough coverage speed, not enough closing speed. For me, that requires sealing the edge like granite, forcing all run plays inside, and using the speed we have in the secondary to effectively defend against lethal passing teams. Take not that Indiana only won a down field 1 on 1 matchup once in Both Games. They had to use back shoulder throws to complete passes. I don't think you can execute that strategy all game Lanning minimizes the damage his "weak" LBs are in his scheme. I must say this, Lupoi was brilliant this year. He had a 8 on 11 kind of defense. He was always three short of a full package. The coaches would never say it, but doesn't lie. We had holes that excellent coaches sought out and destroyed. Purchase leaving closes a strategy Lanning could use to shore up a huge weakness. I don't worry as much about it because Lanning coached up a flawed defense (in terms of personnel and what he wanted to do with his scheme)

We might need to add some D-Linemen from the portal.

After the way Ole Miss moved the ball on Miami, the Hurricanes better be able to score 40 plus. Indiana has already proven they can handle Mack Truck teams. I don't believe this game will be determined at the line of scrimmage. Not the way people think of physicality. Indiana is beyond that kind of football.

I think it would be wise to conclude that Indiana is simply a better team than Oregon, at least this year. Different coordinators wouldn't have made a difference. It might have helped if Oregon had had its full complement of running backs. That way the Ducks might have have run the ball on the first play from scrimmage instead of throwing a sideline pass. That first play, possibly chosen because the coaches were unsure of the running game's strength, set the tone for the whole game. But I still don't think Indiana could have been beaten. The Hoosiers may be a team of destiny. They played a nearly perfect game and deserved to win. It's not a bad thing to finish in the top 4, even when Oregon fans are frustrated at not being able to "win the big one."

This transfer is confusing because he’s so young and we haven’t been bringing in transfer edge rushers. We only have two seniors, a sophomore and an incoming freshman.

I also believe Raiola would be a mistake. Unless ... We start raining bombs all game on defenses ( which is what I've been calling for for quite some time now). Why did we beat Ohio State? Both times it was because we could pass on them at will. The QB is the most important and most dangerous position in sports when you can't stop his ability to throw any and everything down your throat. Unless we get an NFL caliber ( and I truly mean 28 year old dominant studs caliber) OL that can average TEN YARDS A CARRY, I don't believe we will win a Natty running the ball. Now I happen to believe Lanning is of the Chip Kelly persuasion. He wants to run it down your throat. I believe he is will have to learn like Chip did. I don't agree with either. But I'm not running the show. So I'll back my man and keep my fingers crossed.

It’s official.

It’s official. Amauri Washington is coming back.

He threw the pass late and behind the ER. It was an inaccurate pass. It wasn't a poor call, it wasn't a poor decision. It was simply poor execution. My opinion of course.

Oops. I just posted about 9 front four players capable of starting. I figured someone was going to leave with TT and Matayo coming back.

Lanning has his work cut out for him getting his talented front four playing time He's about 9 deep of starter caliber players for four positions.

What is the Washington story?

With some of these defensive lines transfers, I have to think we are having some good transfers on the way in that we haven't heard about yet.

Ashton Porter is transferring.

This transfer might be due to Amauri Washington’s latest IG story.

More good news! #44 Teitum Tuioti too. Oregon Ducks On SITwo Massive Defensive Players Forgo the NFL Draft to Retu...Oregon Ducks outside linebackers Matayo Uiagalelei and Teitum Tuioti are forgoing the 2026 NFL Draft and returning to school for their final seasons of eligibil

It was not, but I see him ghosting tackles next year. He dropped from 10 sacks to 6 this year. His draft stock will climb next year with those last two years under him.

Dante’s natural ability is unquestioned, but the longer his lack of development lingers, the more his coach-ability comes into question.

This just gets better and better!

Holy crap! If he stays...the entire defense line would be returning? Whew! Frankly...even if he did not--with the other three returning, and knowing that Terrance Green and Tionne Gray are ready to step up....our situation on the defensive line would be... "Good-or-Good!"

Nothing is official, but this looks promising.

Olesh was the #1 TE! He has undoubtedly seen the transformation of Kenyon Sadiq and the emergence of Johnson. A varitable plethora of weapons for whomever will lead this team! DAK, MacMillan, Bair, Olesh, Johnson, Stewart (maybe), possibly the kid from UAB. Wow!

Matayo AND Teitum!?! THIS is good news!!