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I would think he will join Oregon. Get them Quacks starting. All you 4 and 5 star players come on down to Oregon and win our first Natty please!
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On 4/25/2022 at 12:41 PM, Quackerbacker said:
You never know. If y'all remember Dennis Dixon, he had a lot of talent and just wasn't putting it together. He put a lot of extra time in the off season and it suddenly clicked for him and he became one of the best players in college football. Ty has time and the right attitude so with some more experience the light bulb may suddenly turn on for him. I'm rooting for the guy.
It all clicked for Dennis after he played Baseball that Summer. Belotti didn't want him to but it helped him open up his game. Man if he doesn't hurt his knee we probably win our first Natty! So close for something to get in the way and especially injury's. Unfortunately they are part of the game and that's why Oregon needs to recruit like Georgia does. Thompson needs to just keep working and stay hungry, humble and honest with himself. He could be great yet he needs to progress or he will get left behind.
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On 4/24/2022 at 2:08 PM, MaiTaiDuck said:
love it! Be nice if Oregon could finally win the Natty then it wouldn't be so hard to listen to the people that disrespect Oregon. In a way I get it they keep wondering when if ever will the Ducks do it. I think with Lanning and this staff these guys get it and I just feel that everybody who plays for this team will all run through walls for this staff and this will fair much better on game days rather than watch average RBs run through holes 65% of the time. The old is finally out and the people that want to be here will be given the chance to step up and win their position.
This should be Oregon's new slogan and it's not like it's new or anything. Just Do It!
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On 4/24/2022 at 12:54 PM, 30Duck said:
love it! Be nice if Oregon could finally win the Natty then it wouldn't be so hard to listen to the people that disrespect Oregon. In a way I get it they keep wondering when if ever will the Ducks do it. I think with Lanning and this staff these guys get it and I just feel that everybody who plays for this team will all run through walls for this staff and this will fair much better on game days rather than watch average RBs run through holes 65% of the time. The old is finally out and the people that want to be here will be given the chance to step up and win their position.
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On 4/20/2022 at 8:11 PM, OhioDuck said:
Yeah, but he's young. The Oregon training table and weight room should change that.
I watch this guy throw the football and I'm to excited to notice he's a bit slim.
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On 4/20/2022 at 8:11 PM, OhioDuck said:Yeah, but he's young. The Oregon training table and weight room should change that.
I watch this guy throw the football and I'm to excited to notice he's a bit slim.
I read he will be coming on board this spring and doesn't mean he will be at the game or not but sounds as if he will be a Duck. To me this is perfect timing for Lanning to get the rest of the young men on board.
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On 4/17/2022 at 11:42 AM, Orebcker said:
This is huge folks. Kasper has all the tools, size, speed, hops, and blocks with an attitude. Better than Tetairoa McMillan whom we lost to UA.
Film don’t lie.
Yeah I still cannot wrap my head around him going to Arizona even after Mario left. These guys cannot for the life of themselves understand how bad a HC Mario really is. Lanning to me is the real deal and especially his game plan for BAMA in the championship game was legit.
He also is comfortable enough in his own skin to do that and then still come west and win recruiting battles. So lets just say Mario leaving and Dan the Man being hired will pay huge dividends starting this fall. Enough talent right now for Oregon to win 11 games with the right QB.
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On 4/8/2022 at 10:07 AM, ICamel said:
We need a lot more accurate shooting!
You mean we need a defensive minded coach like the first assistant who left.
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On 4/6/2022 at 3:07 PM, 30Duck said:
Well if it is supposed to be the hottest day of the year then this summer will be officially screwed by moderate cold weather. No chance of that happening let alone snow this weekend. Man I sure would love to know what these weather reporters make for always being wrong most the time.
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On 4/8/2022 at 11:26 AM, Charles Fischer said:
My gosh! He can throw the long-ball, fire the missile for the first down, has GREAT feet in eluding the rush and has tremendous pocket-presence. Just watching the first two minutes makes you wonder about how last year's Oregon football season would have gone with HIM at QB? Same team, same injuries, but I bet....
The way he gets away from LSU rushers at 3:50, and the sweet lofting passes at 5:40? Try,...try to watch that and not get excited!
And this was only from 2021...brought to us courtesy of "Nevada Dawg," and I thank him!
Yeah who would have thought after that huge win in the shoe that things would have ended the way they did. I just didn't see AB being the guy ever after the Stanford debaucle. That team sucked and any decent QB should have been capable of beating them with all that talent. Thanks Fishduck for I love it when your excited for a QB. It just tells me we must be loaded because I still think Dillingham likes what he see's in Thompson. Either way I believe we have a 11-1 team whoever plays QB.
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On 4/8/2022 at 9:06 PM, FamilyofDucks said:
Pac-12 football recruiting: Top 15 commitments in 2022 recruiting class; Josh Conerly Jr. to Oregon - Scorebook Live
NEWS.SCOREBOOKLIVE.COMThe commitment of Rainier Beach consensus five-star offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. to the Oregon Ducks should finally put a bow on the 2022 recruiting cycle
Ducks got Six!
Don't give up hope we don't get the reclassified DT and his brother soon. Unless he's already gone somewhere else.
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On 4/5/2022 at 7:19 PM, Jon Joseph said:
Has anyone on OBD contributed to or been asked to contribute to 'the' or 'an' Oregon 'recruiting' committee? A committee designed to help with NIL transactions.
I know at Florida for example fans can contribute a minimum of $9.99 up to $999.99. Perhaps there is a state cap on what an individual can contribute? Or perhaps, some king of 301(c) charitable cap?
Regardless, to help Ducks recruiting I'd like to contribute a modest and not a Texas A+M-like sum.
Appreciate any information I can get on this.
I'm sorry if I don't understand what your asking, but if your asking people us regular joe's to give money to players I would say HECK NO. That would be the last string for me. Just my opinion but no way would I ever contribute one dime of my money to this. Phil Knight is like a 47 Billion Dollar man so let him give all the money. Sorry again but this isn't ok period so you got my input.
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On 3/28/2022 at 12:02 PM, Duckdude said:
USC RB Travis Dye acknowledges family and Lincoln Riley for homecoming – Orange County Register
WWW.OCREGISTER.COMThe former Norco High standout and his fiancée agonized before he chose to play for the Trojans and their new coach over staying at Oregon or heading to the NFL
Well I can't hate on Mr Dye because the kid gave his all on every play it's just that I can't root for him at SC and that would be ever. I can't see him beating out some of the highly rated RBs on that roster unless they just don't give their all. Kind of like a certain 5 star DE that just left Oregon for the NFL who if he would of gave his all like Travis I'm quite sure he could of been the number 1 pick in Aprils draft. Makes me want to puke nonetheless with him wearing that ugly scarlet puke uni's. Sorry TD just can't root for you now.
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On 3/29/2022 at 2:05 AM, FishDuck Article said:
The Spring Game is just a glorified scrimmage. It’s something all fans know, but we still get excited about the prospect of seeing new Oregon players show off their potential. It also gives fans something to talk about after a long and uneventful February. National Signing day is over, which is even less eventful now with the early signing period ...
It's Time for a Real Spring Game | FishDuck
FISHDUCK.COMThe Spring Game is just a glorified scrimmage. It's something all fans know, but we still get excited about the prospect of seeing new Oregon players show off...Good ideas Dave and yes I would be thrilled to see our new staff in action because in the long run I feel these young coaches are not just good their all hard working Men. My only issue with the spring game is I certainly do not want to see " STAR " players getting carted off the field or limping off the field. Honestly I'd prefer to see Justin Flowe play a 14 game season is you know what I mean.
Besides with this crazy pay for play going on I just don't see CF succeeding very much longer. They have officially ruined this Game with paying players as if they deserve more free stuff besides a free education with a chance to play in the NFL. Honestly I'm just about done with all College sports.
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On 3/29/2022 at 2:29 PM, David Marsh said:
Or there is some problem with the defense where those big defensive linemen don't get to thrive. This last year KT's struggles could mostly be linked to a secondary that always gave an out route to the QB so KT never had the time to really get after the QB because the ball would be long gone before he could get there.
Sorry Dave that guy should have been better regardless of the secondary. Also we've all heard about the stuff that came out of his mouth which was very eye opening. He has talent yet he showed us that he really didn't bring it all the time and I and that's just me was very dissapointed in his play.
Both those Utah games were extremely hard to watch from a team way more talented. Also he quit on his team when he wouldn't play in the ALAMO Bowl. The guy was getting paid to play. I will not root for him ever because i just can't root for quiters. Not my MO. Would you want a guy like that in your fox hole?
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On 3/25/2022 at 9:40 AM, Haywarduck said:
And what happens if Bo isn't named starter? There are so many what ifs, that it is hard to even begin to put the variables together. All I hope is we have a solid starter and a back-up who is ready to take over. I also want to see a starter who has upside over the next few years.
Nix has two years to play, but will he improve over the next two years. I could see both Ty and Jay leaving if it looks like another two years sitting on the bench. This is going to be a tricky needle to thread. We are going to want to see our qb thread the needle on the field. We are also going to want our coaches to thread the needle on picking the right guy, and having a strong back-up. I would say this is probably the most difficult decision I have seen at Oregon in a while.
All I can say is all the qb's better be working hard right now. Another variable is working hard down south, without the Oregon receivers may not be the smart way to work hard. The shrewd qb is working with his receivers and not on spring break away from the program. Staged practice < Fun practice with your teammates.
If Bo isn't the starter then that means Thompson to me will be primed for a huge season. That will be a huge relief from last years terrible season. I mean we beat OS in the shoe then everything fell apart. Not gonna be the case this year as I expect Oregon to beat everyone except Georgia.
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I've It's called read on other sites that Oregon next year should be good enough to be a 4 seed and I spit up some pretty good wine. This team this year had the best talent ever assembled that clearly should still be playing. Makes perfectly good sense what coach A said about nobody was there early or left late. If that doesn't open up these players eyes then their all sleep walking. Look at the players coming in next year two top 20 players so lets hope they got work ethic. As far as Dana saying he thinks there will be transfers and even mentioned Bittle then he's obviously being clear as day.
So maybe Mr Bittle was a little over rated or doesn't like working a whole lot when he should because that statement Altman made was crystal clear to me. Seems as there was a little bit of that on the lady's team also. First the Football team the the BB teams. WOW maybe they were all hanging out together a little to much. It was to say the least a very odd year for two of Oregon's top sports program. To me this " CODDELING " stuff is over rated or hey take a time out. No this is about a whole lot of money now and way to much than just the free DEGREE they are getting.
I'm finally getting turned off by this and the rich greed that goes with it. I mean look at the whole world and the crazy going on and these players are getting 8 million dollar's to play for Tennessee? Then watch them when they say I don't want to play because I've got a hang nail, or my leg hurts, or I'm not gonna play because were playing Stony Brook.
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On 3/20/2022 at 3:17 PM, Drake said:
Charles, I agree with you that Phil Knight’s generous donations can’t buy everything. If the man never donated another dollar the impact he has made on U of O is enormous.
I always have optimistic expectations of our various teams. However, not all teams and players mesh together well.
To me, Altman sounds frustrated with his teams work ethic. It sounds to me that the hard work and discipline required to play consistently at a high level as a team under his coaching style was amiss.
Change will be necessary. What that entails is a big question.
I agree 100%
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On 3/12/2022 at 11:05 PM, Charles Fischer said:
Can you blame him? A junior in high school who has not contributed a thing yet to a college team is signed for 8 million?
REPORT: Florida State DB Becomes First College Player To Hold Out Due To Lack Of NIL Deal
WWW.TOTALPROSPORTS.COMRead “REPORT: Florida State DB Becomes First College Player To Hold Out Due To Lack Of NIL Deal ” and other Football, NCAA articles from Total Pro Sports.I want my MONEY FOR NOTHING!
Ridiculous! I'm not on board with this BS no matter how they play it. Its stinking greed at it's worst. Might as well call this SEMI Pro league but at a ridiculous wage.
Somebody gonna have to stand up and stop this ridiculous amount of money these players are getting. I don't believe Kayvon earned whatever he got? I seriously don't think he earned one penny of that money.
He under performed and the way he's acting now it's no wonder. HOF players at the next level don't worry about the money as they go out and earn it.
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On 3/10/2022 at 9:29 AM, 30Duck said:
Altman: "I haven't done a very good job."
Dana Altman opens up about this year's struggles, places blame on himself
247SPORTS.COMDana Altman is often considered to be one of the nation's very best college basketball coaches roaming the sidelines. It's tough to...Honestly I feel really sorry for Coach that these players couldn't come together and play like he wanted them to. Altman is a great HC and look at the talent alone for just next years class and more than likely 3 Five star players who are all at the top at their respective positions. I'm thinking though he really misses his Assistant from the year before who led them in defensive team play. So something is quite wrong with this current roster in playing team ball and certainly doesn't help that Richardson wasn't available. Still no excuses for the players. SAD. Kind of feels like the Football season as in a huge let down. This wasn't on Altman though.
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On 3/10/2022 at 12:17 PM, Jon Joseph said:
In part? Maybe. On the whole? Not without a whole lot of NIL $ being thrown around. And does NIL $ trump NFL $.
Most of the guys you noted are from the SE. Most went to a school and to play in a conference that send the most guys, especially the Big Boy guys, to the NFL. A conference with its own very successful network owned and operated by CFB media cartel ESPN. Millions more eyeballs watched UGA play in 2021 than watched Oregon play.
Once again in 2021 we watched 2 teams from the southeastern part of the country play for the title. This with Clemson (an SEC school masquerading as an ACC school) missing the playoff for the 1st time in 6 seasons.
Georgia's recruiting budget is 3x that of Oregon's recruiting budget. Oregon's recruiting budget is on par with that of Vanderbilt.
I think Lanning will bring in many top drawer recruits. But to expect Dan to bring in the same number of 4 and 5* guys UGA brings in is, IMO, unrealistic.
Thanks for the post. Not a scintilla of my opinion is directed at you or at the terrific question you ask; the numbers are simply what they are.
Tosh makes a huge difference period! I will just say that I'm betting this next class will be Oregon's best ever and maybe Top 5 and don't believe for a second he can't do this every year. Nobody thought Taggart or Cristabal would recruit like they did here either. Lanning I'm telling you gets it and he will make it happen. This guy is smart, super smart and everything he's done every day up till today proves it.
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On 3/10/2022 at 12:03 PM, EastBayDuckDad said:
Georgia had eight defensive players in the combine, and for the most part they put on a show. That wouldn't be a surprise if they were all 5☆ recruits, and three were, but more were 3-4☆ out of high school:
2022 NFL Scouting Combine winners and losers, Day 3: Georgia's Jordan Davis, Travon Walker, Devonte Wyatt turn heads
WWW.NFL.COMDefensive linemen and linebackers took the field on Saturday at the NFL Scouting Combine. Who starred on the big stage? Who...Jordan Davis DL 3☆
Travon Walker DL 5☆
DeVonte Wright DL 4☆
Nakobe Dean LB 5☆
Channing Tindall ILB 4☆
Quay Walker LB 4☆
Lewis Cine S 4☆
Derion Kendrick DB 5☆
Dean and Kendrick, both 5☆, didn't do drills at the combine. Dean, Walker, Wyatt and Davis could all go in the first round with Tindall, Walker and Cine soon after. Lanning and crew took kids with varying levels of raw talent and developed them into NFL caliber players. I've got to believe that if they could do it there, they can do it here.
I mean Mario I don't believe was bringing in this type of talent this early or for that matter never all in the same day or weekend. I could be wrong but Dan the Man to me gets it many times over for his age. Three 5 star Defenders in the spring. Heck yeah sign me up. Lanning to me has done everything the right way from staying on at Georgia and finnishing what he started and I admire this young guy as he was raised the right way.
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On 3/8/2022 at 5:05 AM, toketeeman said:
I have been just a casual reader of the headlines/articles on Thibodeaux over the past season and year . . . from which I have also kept on getting intuitively the strong scent of ELITISM from this guy who has been touting his own crypto-currency and other NIL benefits . . . and now this arrogant nonsense at the NFL Combine. I agree with the article. And these NFL draft teams are watching very closely.
Just my opinion but this Cats only about the money. I'm not happy he not only got a free ride to the UO but that he also got paid more than likely over a MILLION Denaro for his play that if you really think about was not 5 star stats. Not even close not to mention he quit on his teammates for the Alamo Bowl. The guy is clearly about the 0's behind the checks. The NFL will more than likely get the same thing and it's really sad a guy with his talent and not giving all of it. He should of had no less than a sack every game and especially in the PAC 12. Not impressed with KT.
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On 3/6/2022 at 11:49 AM, Charles Fischer said:
I could not believe my eyes reading Dana's reaction in the Eugene paper to their loss at WSU. He felt that in order to win in the Pac-12 Tournament, "we need to play much harder."
Wow. Have you ever heard that from him? We have heard many forms of that through this season, and he is basically saying at this point, "I know my coaching works, and if we are failing--it is on you, the players." Whew!
Every time I open up about this BB Team on whatever site and I see they lost to Washington, WSU teams they should have beaten soundly I just can't see this team winning the PAC 12 Tourney. I look at this Roster and Dana has all the ingredients on his team to succeed and they should have not lost many regular season games at all. So it just goes to show you talent alone isn't gonna get it done and I'm sure inside he's racking his brain trying to figure out why this team could go down to the LA area and beat both USC and UCLA and then lose to teams they shouldn't have.
I mean do I really believe they can't win the tourney? Well with Dana as the HC we've seen the proof and to me it's insane to think that this roster is this bad, or excuse me doesn't seem to play hard enough to beat lesser teams with way lesser talent. Its like the Football team this year and we saw what the real issues were and I do believe most of that insanity was on the OLD HC that couldn't get back to Miami fast enough. That was all on him being a HC that thought he was the reason they won at all. Thank goodness we know Dana's isn't like that and he's a great HC in my opinion.
We've seen him do more with way less and those teams just played hard most nights. Go Ducks as obviously we want you guys to succeed and you guys have enough talent to not only win the Pac tourney and also talented enough to go far in the Big tourney.
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On 1/28/2022 at 2:05 PM, Haywarduck said:
We would, along with WSU, have the easiest schedule out of all those matchups. The beavs are a once in a blue moon program, and the dawgs are merely intimidating preseason with the pundits never really understanding the last couple decades of history. I do agree we would need to be guaranteed at least one to two cali schools each season to fill out the 8 game schedule.
I think going forward we should try and schedule Hawaii every other year too. The recruiting connections from the islands needs to continue. Playing a game there keeps us in the other islands consciousness too. American Samoa needs to know we are a poly friendly program! We should then try and travel around the south and midwest on occasion to fill out our schedule, or have those programs come to Autzen. Scheduling should really look at recruiting as the number 1 priority.
Not a fan of Notre Dame either but for a school with less than 9,000 students they have an amazingly strong fanbase. With the Catholic connection along with the Irish connection the school has a massive wannabe fanbase. They actually have a better tv deal than Larry could have ever dreamed of creating.
Lets be honest with Larry, he was a perfect fit for the PAC 12 because for some odd reason they never checked on Larry making the conference legit. He was just making a huge payday for himself. He was a fraud from Harvard as who would have ever thunk it.
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So your telling me Emmert was being paid 56, thousand a week? That's interesting to say the least. I can't fathom the NCAA paying that guy even 5000 thousand a week. That is ridiculous at best. That tells me that money goes everywhere everyday and lots of it to people who shouldn't be getting that big a pay day. People starving homeless and that clueless wonder makes that kind of money. I'm seriously so close to just making better use of my time with any sports period.