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We judge new head coaches by first-year wins and recruiting. But Duck fans need one more metric for Dan Lanning: show us your quarterbacks. Here’s hoping that Bo Nix has a Heisman season, but what we really want to see is what the coaches make of Ty Thompson and Jay Butterfield. For three decades ending with Marcus Mariota in 2014, ... Nasty Truth: Oregon No Longer Quarterback U, But Needs To Be FISHDUCK.COM We judge new head coaches by first-year wins and recruiting. But Duck fans need one more metric for Dan Lanning: show us your...

New Oregon OC Kenny Dillingham’s first game for Oregon will be against the defending National Champion Georgia Bulldogs. Can Dillingham’s stacked offense lead Oregon to an upset win? This is going to be big boy football with five-star and Top-100 recruits all over the field, and Dillingham will have the national stage to show what his offense can do. Georgia ... Matching Up: Oregon Offense vs Georgia Defense FISHDUCK.COM New Oregon OC Kenny Dillingham's first game for Oregon will be against the defending National Champion Georgia Bulldogs. Can Dillingham'

Oregon’s loaded defense is going down to Georgia to take on the defending National Champion Bulldogs. Can the Ducks play the devil and give coach Dan Lanning a fiddle of gold with a win? Que the violin, folks — this game is going to be a barn burner! Let’s skip the cookie cutter type game previews and dig into the key ... Ducks Went Down to Georgia: Looking for a Game to Steal FISHDUCK.COM Oregon's loaded defense is going down to Georgia to take on the defending National Champion Bulldogs. Can the Ducks play the...

This is a very cool blitz I noted, however the way that Oregon carried it out a few times in the Spring Game is something I have not seen from a Duck defense in the past. My friends, we have a ton of great new concepts to learn about the Oregon defense, and I'll be gradually bringing it to you! Lanning's Nasty Oregon Overload Blitz! FISHDUCK.COM The concept of an Overload Blitz, where you have more pass rushers attacking one side than there are blockers to stop them–is not new. However the way that...

My friends, there will be so much to watch for and learn this fall, that I have changed my writing schedule in order to follow and learn about the Dan Lanning Defense and Blitzes. Coach Boles and I will be doing analysis articles on every Thursday, beginning in the last week of August. My objective in this article is to ... Watch For Lanning's Delayed Inside Linebacker Blitz! FISHDUCK.COM My friends, there will be so much to watch for and learn this fall, that I have changed my writing schedule in order to follow and learn about the...

That title above seems absurd, considering the return of seniors DJ Johnson, Brandon Dorlus and All-American linebacker Noah Sewell. I do not deny their abilities to rush the quarterback, and I expect a big year out of all three, yet the pass-rushing specialist “on-deck” who will emerge enormously this year will be Bradyn Swinson. He has already taken a big ... Bradyn Swinson: Oregon's Next Sack-Master? FISHDUCK.COM That title above seems absurd, considering the return of seniors DJ Johnson, Brandon Dorlus and All-American linebacker Noah Sewell. I do...

We’ve all heard the consensus point of view from Duck fans: Mario Cristobal regressed the development of Justin Herbert and Anthony Brown. Both QBs spent two years in Cristobal’s offense, but is that statement hyperbole — and is there information that could provide a definite answer? Taggart’s Offensive System Let Herbert Shine Herbert’s true sophomore year in 2017 under new ... Mario Cristobal: Quarterback Killer FISHDUCK.COM We've all heard the consensus point of view from Duck fans: Mario Cristobal regressed the development of Justin Herbert and Anthony...

The Great College Football Schism is Coming, and it will leave College Football divided between the Semi-Professionals, those blue bloods who have the money and recruiting ability to be apart of the two Super Conferences in the B1G and SEC, and the Traditionalists, which will be everyone else who cannot afford to put the same resources in place to compete ... The Eventual College Football Renaissance FISHDUCK.COM The Great College Football Schism is Coming, and it will leave College Football divided between the Semi-Professionals, those blue bloods who...

Former five-star QB recruit Bo Nix has never lived up the expectations thrust on him; is this the year he puts that to rest? Can Nix perform at a higher level this year? And if he struggles, how much slack does he get? Could we ultimately see the Oregon staff turn to one of the young quarterbacks, Ty Thompson or ... Bo Nix's Leash: How Long? FISHDUCK.COM Former five-star QB recruit Bo Nix has never lived up the expectations thrust on him; is this the year he puts that to rest? Can Nix perform at a...

Duck fans, I’m sick of getting beat by the Stanford Endzone Fade play. Has there been a game in the last decade (besides the Ducks’ 21-6 win in 2019) in which Stanford hasn’t scored at least one touchdown on the Endzone Fade? Does last year’s 4th down pass interference penalty, then Stanford’s untimed down to tie the game and send ... The End Zone Fade: Oregon Can Run It Now! FISHDUCK.COM Duck fans, I'm sick of getting beat by the Stanford Endzone Fade play. Has there been a game in the last decade (besides the Ducks' 21-6 win in...

Listening to interviews with OC Kenny Dillingham is exciting, and it was even better to see many of his principals on display in the Oregon Spring Game. He is creating a “growth” culture on offense begun by the head coach Dan Lanning, and as an example of this new focus–Coach Dillingham was pleased to hear how Seven McGee spoke of ... Dillingham: "I'm a Better OC Because of Lanning's Defensive Expertise" FISHDUCK.COM Listening to interviews with OC Kenny Dillingham is exciting, and it was even better to see many of his principals on display in the Oregon Spring...

Redshirt freshman LB Justin Flowe is Oregon’s second-highest rated commit of all time, behind 2021 All American Kayvon Thibodeaux. Will all the stars align for Flowe to have a breakout 2022 season, and set the college football world ablaze in the Dan Lanning defense? Being your ever faithful Duck writer with a keen ear on the Duck football beat, I ... Justin Flowe: Oregon's Next All-American Linebacker FISHDUCK.COM Will Justin Flowe remain healthy? That is the big question Oregon Duck fans want to know. In two years, Flowe played a total of two games.

With their new HC, the Huskies are finally going to have some serious bite to go with their bark. Beware Kicking the Dawg: DeBoer Bites Back FISHDUCK.COM The 'hubris' that exudes from Husky Nation has made Oregon's dominance over Washington on the gridiron all the more...

As 36-year-old, first-year HC Dan Lanning takes the keys to the Oregon defense, we’re all wondering what exactly to expect. Lanning led a NCAA title-winning defense last year, so what can he do with the Ducks’ roster? Lanning inherits a defensive roster that would fall in the Top 3 in the SEC, as most of the players on the two-deep ... Lanning's Defense: Setting the Bar FISHDUCK.COM As 36-year-old, first-year HC Dan Lanning takes the keys to the Oregon defense, we're all wondering what exactly to expect. Lanning led...

Oregon is repeating its recent history of starting another new QB this year, but what could the Ducks gain from playing two OBs? Many fans have complained about QB development. Do we need a new approach in Eugene? Mr. FishDuck has watched quite a few quarterback battles over the years as a Duck fan, and he took time away from ... Oregon's Two-Quarterback Solution FISHDUCK.COM Oregon is repeating its recent history of starting another new QB this year, but what could the Ducks gain from playing two OBs? Many fans...

Yes, the title is a bold claim. I was thinking in December that it could be true for 2022 before the portal transfers into Oregon occurred, and now I am much more convinced. This front seven could be the most talented and deepest group at Oregon ever, and while some defensive groups in the past may have had better starting ... Forget the Future: The 2022 Oregon Front Seven is the BEST? FISHDUCK.COM Yes, the title is a bold claim. I was thinking in December that it could be true for 2022 before the portal transfers into Oregon occurred, and...

The University of Miami hiring Mario Cristobal and bringing him home reads like a Disney feel-good story. But when we pull the curtain back, we find a toxic and bitterly divided fanbase behind the hire. In the forum on canesinsight.com, a vicious debate raged before Mario’s hiring. That was just the end of a battle waged over the last couple ... Mario Cristobal - When the Knives Come Out FISHDUCK.COM The University of Miami hiring Mario Cristobal and bringing him home reads like a Disney feel-good story. But when we pull the curtain back...

Oregon OC Kenny Dillingham begins his first campaign with the Oregon Ducks in 2022, so just how good can this Ducks’ offense be? (After all, Dillingham fielded the fourth best offense in FBS while at Memphis.) We can begin to answer that question by looking at Dillingham’s scheme and the players he has at his disposal. The Scheme: Spread-Em-Out Dillingham ... How High Can Dillingham's Ducks Fly? FISHDUCK.COM Oregon OC Kenny Dillingham begins his first campaign with the Oregon Ducks in 2022, so just how good can this Ducks' offense be? (After all...

One thing we know about Dan Lanning: he can rock an offseason. Be honest. How many of you thought after several shocking losses last season that Mario Cristobal would ever get Oregon back to the playoffs? Utah manhandled Oregon twice, puncturing Cristobal’s perpetually sunny forecasts and sending fans careening toward a dismal offseason — something between a bad cigar and ... Dan Lanning Knows How to Rock an Offseason FISHDUCK.COM One thing we know about Dan Lanning: he can rock an offseason. Be honest. How many of you thought after several shocking losses last...

Nix has never been as good as Anthony Brown was even last year...why should we think he'll be the solution at QB? Regarding Bo Nix: Beware 'Bandwagon Buy-In' FISHDUCK.COM Bo Nix was a highly touted five-star recruit, a player that draws mixed emotions from fans. Will Oregon offensive coordinator...

The great college football schism is coming, and it will fracture college football in a way that will shake the very sport and institution of college athletics to its foundation. This is something that isn’t going to happen overnight and it will take years to develop — probably anywhere between five to 15 years. It will leave the sport divided ... The Great College Football Schism is Coming FISHDUCK.COM The great college football schism is coming, and it will fracture college football in a way that will shake the very sport and institution of college...

This will be a fun season, and Dan Lanning is going to get the best out of this squad. I fully believe it. That means with a new offense, there will be a ton of new contributors. One of them will end up leading Our Beloved Ducks in touchdowns. Today, I want to explore who we could see being the Touchdown ... 2022 Oregon Football Touchdown Leader FISHDUCK.COM Travis Dye is gone. Oregon football needs a new touchdown king in 2022, and we know the perfect man for the job here at Fishduck.com in...

“He is in for a monster year.” Let’s look at why. Oregon's 2022 All-Pac Safety - Bennett Williams FISHDUCK.COM Oregon's latest elite safety is sixth-year senior Bennett Williams, a former ESPN.com Freshman All-American in 2017 at Illinois. Mr...

New 32-year-old OC Kenny Dillingham‘s age is making Oregon fans ask “how can he have the experience and acumen being so young, and yet ready for the primetime? He looks young enough to be a graduate assistant! However, if you examine the Coaching Tree Dillingham has come from, you may find yourself asking how could he not be ready? Let’s ... Oregon OC Kenny Dillingham Has Surprises in His Coaching Tree FISHDUCK.COM New 32-year-old OC Kenny Dillingham's age is making Oregon fans ask "how can he have the experience and acumen being so young, and...

Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com believes USC and Ohio State will become the Big Two of the B1G conference. USC to Join Ohio State as the "Big Two" of the B1G FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com believes that USC will join Ohio State as the "big two" of the B1G Conference.