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Trap game? What do you think? What must Oregon do to win? Much to discuss and ponder for tomorrow's game. Oregon Ducks Football: Trap Game in the Desert? FISHDUCK.COM Our Oregon Ducks football program is coming off a handful of convincing wins over the past few weeks. Since Stanford always is a tough out...

Coach Dillingham has brought back the Counter play to Oregon. This essential piece of football offense has been "missing in action" for four years! Enjoy today's article and the new twist KD has added. Coach Dillingham and Oregon's New Counter Tunnel Screen FISHDUCK.COM Through the first five games of the season, the Counter has arisen as a favorite of Coach Kenny Dillingham and the Oregon offense. The Ducks...

A good history of the danger, the Ducks face in Tucson! There has been a lot of craziness in the desert! Deception in the Desert FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com warns that as history has shown, the Oregon Ducks could be in trouble against the Arizona Wildcats in Tucson.

From a couple of bleacher bums, here’s a revelation that every Oregon head coach should consider: if you jump ship for a new head coaching position, you won’t last three years there. You can look it up. Going back through 128 years of Oregon football, not one Oregon head coach who traded up to a better gig has survived more ... Read More Source Read the full article here...

— The No. 13 Oregon Ducks (3-1, 1-0) and Stanford Cardinal (1-2, 0-2) have their 86th matchup on Saturday at Autzen Stadium (The Ducks first played Stanford in 1900). Stanford holds the upper hand at 54 overall wins. Last year, the Cardinal spoiled then-ranked No. 3 Ducks’ dreams of a College Football Playoff birth, handing Oregon one of just two conference ... Duck Cubes: Stanford, Hurricane Cristobal, Oregon's No-Sack Club? FISHDUCK.COM — The No. 13 Oregon Ducks (3-1, 1-0) and Stanford Cardinal (1-2, 0-2) have their 86th matchup on Saturday at Autzen Stadium (The...

What do you call players and fans of the football team at Leland Stanford Junior University? Cardinals? No, do not do that, or you’ll make Stanford people very angry on social media. “We’re not Cardinals!” they will tweet in your face, maybe even going into lunatic all-caps mode: “WE ARE THE CARDINAL!” Whatever. Personally, I don’t think that anyone in ... Stanford Duck Syndrome--It's Worse Than You Think FISHDUCK.COM What do you call players and fans of the football team at Leland Stanford Junior University? Cardinals? No, do not do that, or you'll make...

Duck fans, sometimes two heads are better than one, and amazing minds tend to think alike. It appears Oregon’s head coach Dan Lanning has concluded that the best path to follow with his team during his first year is the Chip Kelly recipe. Kelly certainly displayed an amazing mind during his tenure coaching the Ducks. Lanning can’t do any better ... Circa 2012: Lanning Replicates Bend-But-Don’t-Break Defense FISHDUCK.COM Duck fans, sometimes two heads are better than one, and amazing minds tend to think alike. It appears Oregon’s head coach Dan Lanning has...

Many Duck fans were surprised by the Wazzu defense, as they seemed to be faster than the Ducks, getting into the backfield and blowing up plays. Fans’ observations that two defenses appeared different were correct: they are two different pass defense schemes. Both teams run a 4-2-5 scheme for the most part. This defense consists of four men on the ... Best Defense: Wazzu's Cover-1 or Oregon's Cover-2? FISHDUCK.COM Many Duck fans were surprised by the Wazzu defense, as they seemed to be faster than the Ducks, getting into the backfield and blowing up...

Oregon fans were thrilled to learn of the defensive pedigree of new Duck head coach Dan Lanning after leading the Georgia defense to a national championship last year. While most fans would assume there would be a learning curve for Oregon’s defensive players beyond this year, we anticipated seeing more success on defense than what we have thus far this ... Lanning/Lupoi Blitzes: How Oregon Plays It Safe FISHDUCK.COM Oregon fans were thrilled to learn of the defensive pedigree of new Duck head coach Dan Lanning after leading the Georgia defense to a...

Kenny Dillingham’s offense has taken fans by storm and is a breath of fresh air after the previous administration. His system is dynamic and gets players into space to make big plays, but Dillingham is also not afraid to put in a jumbo formation and power the ball forward in short-yardage situations. It is a nightmare for opposing teams to prepare ... Oregon's Red Zone Woes Are On Dillingham FISHDUCK.COM Kenny Dillingham's offense has taken fans by storm and is a breath of fresh air after the previous administration. His system is dynamic...

On Saturday, Oregon’s defense didn’t have many answers for the electric Cameron Ward. Washington State’s talented signal caller gave the Ducks everything they could handle, making ridiculous escapes, off-balance throws and mind-blowing plays time after time. Last year’s Ducks wouldn’t have had the firepower to keep up with the frenetic Cougar offense. Playing from behind certainly wasn’t Oregon’s specialty under ... Bo Nix Gives Oregon's Offense New Life FISHDUCK.COM On Saturday, Oregon's defense didn't have many answers for the electric Cameron Ward. Washington State's talented signal caller gave...

I was done with the Ducks. Washington State had just scored a touchdown with just over six minutes left after an inexplicable roughing the passer penalty on 3rd and 18 to take a 34-22 lead. I threw down my remote control and stormed upstairs, yelling at a dog or two in my path and cursing all the way. I ripped... There Is More than One Way to Coug It FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com confesses that as a Duck fan he may have Coug'd it in his own right.

The No. 15 Oregon Ducks’ (3-1) stroke-inducing 44-41 comeback victory against an unranked (but mighty talented) Washington State at the Palouse was a key win for Oregon head coach Dan Lanning and the program he is building in Eugene. Here’s five takeaways from Saturday’s game: — Ducks QB Bo Nix threw for a career-high 428 yards with three touchdowns and ... Top 5 Takeaways from Oregon Ducks' Comeback Win Over Wazzu FISHDUCK.COM The No. 15 Oregon Ducks' (3-1) stroke-inducing 44-41 comeback victory against an unranked (but mighty talented) Washington State at the...

We all remember the end of the Mario Cristobal Era. A promising season went off the rails with three blowout losses against AP Top-25 teams in the last four games. Even worse the second Utah loss appeared to show the coaching staff as unable to make adjustments, and lacking in the ability to coach our players up. Simply put; Our ... Lanning Takes Ducks From Top-25 Beatdowns to Blowouts FISHDUCK.COM We all remember the end of the Mario Cristobal Era. A promising season went off the rails with three blowout losses against AP Top-25 teams...

Two weeks ago, I made the inference that Eastern Washington was hell. It was a perfectly logical assumption–the EW Eagles play football on a field that they themselves call “The Inferno,” and who am I to disagree with the very people who have consigned themselves to the netherworld? However, upon further review, I now have a more realistic outlook... The Palouse is Not Hell--But You Can Smell the Brimstone From There FISHDUCK.COM Two weeks ago, I made the inference that Eastern Washington was hell. It was a perfectly logical assumption–the EW Eagles play football...

What a WIN last week. I think we all had a collective sigh of relief when Our Beloved Ducks showed up so big against BYU. I hope you enjoyed the victory week riding high and are ready for another exciting weekend ahead. Now, it’s time to turn the page and gear up for a team that’s off to a 3-0 start in ... Oregon vs WSU: How Oregon's DBs Will Win the Day FISHDUCK.COM What a WIN last week. I think we all had a collective sigh of relief when Our Beloved Ducks showed up so big against BYU. I hope you...

(Publisher Note: Can you believe our FishDuck Friend DazeNconfused writing an article through incredible pain during recovery from major spinal surgery? This was not asked for, but he has a passion for Our Beloved Ducks and this FishDuck community, and I cannot thank him enough!) In only three games, the Oregon Ducks’ season has experienced the lowest of lows and ... Why My Money Is on The Ducks to Beat WAZZU FISHDUCK.COM (Publisher Note: Can you believe our FishDuck Friend DazeNconfused writing an article through incredible pain during recovery from major...

After three weeks of college football, the Oregon Ducks offense has emphatically declared its identity. They are a physical unit based around the run game, that is also going to stretch defenses both horizontally and vertically through the air; they’re going to attack. One of the run concepts that these Ducks have used to set a tone the last couple ... The Oregon-Dillingham Offense: The New Arc Zone Read FISHDUCK.COM After three weeks of college football, the Oregon Ducks offense has emphatically declared its identity. They are a physical unit based around...

For the first time in a long time, it feels like the Pac-12 had a strong start to the year in winning some key non-conference games and, for the most part, avoiding any dreadful losses. Key Wins Washington State defeated then No. 19 Wisconsin 17-14 in Week 2. It was a gutsy win but one the Cougars earned, and gave ... The Declaration of the Pac-12's Demise is Premature FISHDUCK.COM For the first time in a long time, it feels like the Pac-12 had a strong start to the year in winning some key non-conference games and, for the...

The opening riff of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll song in history was written and played by Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. “There’s something almost mystical about it,” Richards said of his start to Gimme Shelter. “When hit in the right way at the right moment, a cheap ride to heaven.” Say the same for the dazzling offense Kenny Dillingham splashed ... From the Bleachers: Kenny Dillingham's 'Gimme Shelter' Offense FISHDUCK.COM The opening riff of the greatest rock 'n' roll song in history was written and played by Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. "There'

These are not two of your favorite people to contemplate right now, but I would ask for your indulgence and fantasizing along with me. I understand how people are angry at Coach Willie Taggart for leaving after only one year, but if Coach Mario Cristobal had been offered his dream job in Florida after only one year–wouldn’t he have bolted ... Would Willie Taggart Have Outperformed Mario Cristobal? FISHDUCK.COM These are not two of your favorite people to contemplate right now, but I would ask for your indulgence and fantasizing along with me. I...

The No. 25 Oregon Ducks (2-1) appear to have found their web-footing when it comes to a reliable and productive run game. Despite looming questions ahead of the game with the absence of Ducks starting running back Byron Cardwell due to injury, those fears were coddled and put to bed before halftime with remarkable performances from Oregon’s talented backfield. Leading ... Irving, Whittington Demonstrate Oregon's Backfield Depth FISHDUCK.COM The No. 25 Oregon Ducks (2-1) appear to have found their web-footing when it comes to a reliable and productive run game. Despite...

It’s free! A tremendous GameDay discussion thread in the Our Beloved Ducks forum that we invite you to join. But first, who remembers the “Belly-Bop” safety on Heisman Trophy winner Ty Detmer of BYU by Oregon’s massive Nose Tackle (No. 69 above) Marcus Woods in 1990? I’d like to cover that fun event, discuss a new wrinkle shown in the ... Remember the Belly-Bop! Join us in the GameDay Discussion Thread... FISHDUCK.COM It's free! A tremendous GameDay discussion thread in the Our Beloved Ducks forum that we invite you to join. But first, who remembers the...

BYU–alternately known as Boring You Unmercifully–arrives as a wooden and waxen opponent this weekend for Our Beloved Ducks, and no, we don’t want them around any more than you want your dimwitted Aunt Mildred sitting at your Thanksgiving table two months from now. Somehow, and there must be fowl play involved, these lugubrious oafs from Utah got added to our ... Do We Really Have to Play Boring and Blue BYU? FISHDUCK.COM BYU–alternately known as Boring You Unmercifully–arrives as a wooden and waxen opponent this weekend for Our Beloved Ducks...

Would a loss to BYU be the end of the world for Our Beloved Ducks in the 2022 season? No. But how the Ducks fare against the Cougars tomorrow should boost our expectations for the year in a big way. Just two weeks ago, Oregon contended for a top-12 ranking in the nation. Now it’s time to get back up there. ... Oregon Ducks Football: Season-Defining Moment Against BYU FISHDUCK.COM Would a loss to BYU be the end of the world for Our Beloved Ducks in the 2022 season? No. But how the Ducks fare against the Cougars...