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They're no longer a liability, but are they good enough? Oregon's Special Teams Aren't Special... Yet FISHDUCK.COM So far Oregon's special teams haven't been anything special. However, that isn't entirely a bad thing, as the worst thing special...

At midseason, a couple of bleacher bums are going to evaluate Dan Lanning. He gets an F. Quarterback Bo Nix said the same two weeks ago, and if you watch the Oregon sideline on these Chip Kelly-like romps through conference foes, you see it. Lanning gets an F — for fun. “Nix is having a blast,” a friend texted after ... Midseason Report: Give Lanning an F FISHDUCK.COM At midseason, a couple of bleacher bums are going to evaluate Dan Lanning. He gets an F. Quarterback Bo Nix said the same two weeks...

“Is Bo Nix Winning the Heisman a Total Pipe Dream?” Can Bo Nix Get Invited to New York? FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com ponders the idea of Bo Nix getting invited to New York for the Heisman Trophy ceremony.

The gang green up front leads Oregon's explosive offense. OBD writer Jordan Ingram explores the resurgence. Ducks Top-Shelf Offensive Line a Difference Maker for Oregon FISHDUCK.COM If Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal left a lasting legacy in Eugene, a strong and experienced offensive line was his parting gift...

No game opponent to spoof today, but don't worry! Alan Lohner writes a fitting account for those traitors from down south! The Big Ten is Getting Ready for USC and UCLA FISHDUCK.COM So they're scumbagging their way to the Big Ten–those two toxic Angelenos, the University of Scuzzy Criminals and the University of...

OBDWriter Alex Heining tells us his keys to defeating UCLA. What must Oregon do to win? Oregon Ducks Football: Keys to Knocking Off the Bruins FISHDUCK.COM Our Oregon Ducks' football season has been a spectacular one so far. Head coach Dan Lanning has assembled a really strong coaching staff...

(We have a guest article today from a fellow Oregon fan in Nevada, as we wish to welcome Byron Bergeron and discuss his important topic in the OBD forum) The Pac-12’s media contracts have long been abysmal. Not just bad, but atrocious. Why would UCLA or USC want to remain in the Pac 12? They embody the No. 2 media ... PAC-12: You Better Get Your Rear in Gear, or May You Rest in Peace FISHDUCK.COM (We have a guest article today from a fellow Oregon fan in Nevada, as we wish to welcome Byron Bergeron and discuss his important topic...

Charles Fischer, Mr. FishDuck, writes today's analysis article. The Fire Zone Blitz is the result of many hours of research. Enjoy! Oregon's Lanning/Lupoi Fire Zone Blitz FISHDUCK.COM The Fire Zone Blitz is still alive and used at Oregon by Coaches Dan Lanning and Tosh Lupoi when they wish to apply maximum pressure in...

OBD Writer, David Marsh, gives new meaning to the term Physicality. The offense created by Coach Dillingham defines modern physicality. Oregon Football is The Embodiment of Modern Physicality FISHDUCK.COM As Oregon fans, we heard all about physicality from former HC Mario Cristobal over the last four years. Cristobal is gone now, and what we have...

Do you love our offense under Kenny Dillingham? Are the old days of explosive plays back? Joshua Whitted provides some good discussion points for OBD Forum. Oregon vs. Kelly for a Shot at Validation FISHDUCK.COM How many times has it been said that Oregon is "back"? Since 2019, the Ducks have made a number of top-10 — occasionally even finding...

Does UCLA have what it takes to beat OBD? Sadly, it'll be two weeks until we find out... Ducks Pound ‘Cats as We "Patiently" Await the Bruins FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com believes that while soundly beating Arizona was great, we are impatiently eager to play Chip...

DazeNConfused gives us a recap of the game in the desert. What do you think of Oregon's explosive offense? Ducks' Offense: Is There a 'Slim Shady' Attitude at Oregon? FISHDUCK.COM Kenny Dillingham the Oregon OC stood up and showed himself to be the real Slim Shady with his mix of play calling. The Ducks offense marched...

Another delightfully funny article by Alan Lohner! Our pregame entertainment. Snakes and scorpions-oh my! Let's Give Arizona Back to its Original Owners FISHDUCK.COM Football belongs in the Arizona Territory like beach volleyball belongs in North Dakota. Wipe away that put-on scowl. You know I'm right. And...

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.