DanLduck

Ducks 41 - TT 17 TO - 2 Sacks - 1 Yards pass - 278

Reminds me of what J Winston said after we crushed FSU in the Rose Bowl, " it was close, we coulda won" or something as silly.

Great article Mr. Ingram. Thanks. My only take-away, I wish this was the team that played UGA last year. We may not have won, but that awful final score would have been different. This team looked disciplined. For a first game! Good tackling. Good team communication on defensive play calling. Zero. None. No procedure penalties. And what about that offense! I couldn't blink, let alone get up and leave for another beverage, or I'd miss something for sure. Oregon did exactly what you want a championship team to do, play hard, fast, clean and just win. We have now seen what coach Lanning means by the "Oregon standard". They bring that every week, we are in for fun times and exciting games.

The SEC, led by Saban, resisted fast football. Now, even they embrace "tempo". When Oregon et al, start scoring at will, even the B1G will adapt.

If it works, it works. Some in the booth. Some, like Chip, like the sideline. As long as we work, I care not.

Until they lose, they are the media darling. Most love an underdog. The worst thing that can happen, would be for CU to continue winning. Maybe, just maybe, in spite of his MASSIVE ego, Dion is a good coach. (I know he was a great player, but coach?!) If so, there will be no living with CU media coverage. If the Ducks don't stomp CU, and I believe they will, then I hope CU wins the natty and Shadeur wins the Heisman. Otherwise, Oregon wins the Pac-12, goes to playoff, and Bo goes to New York. That's my hope.

It's a nice start for a lost league. I hope we have 6 teams ranked. I hope we have more wins in OOC games than ever! I hope those responsible for the Pac's demise see these results and rue their part in it. Meanwhile, go Pac12. Go Ducks!!

So what's the over/under for how many times coach Prime is shown on the sideline per game? 20? 35? 🤣🤣🤣

Even if they don't win, they've already proved to themselves they can hang with a top 25 team. That confidence and playing together more is going to make them a tough out. I'm completely in shock.

Looking at the box score, it looks like a solid effort by a Mario coached team, especially for a first game. 250- rushing 243- passing 2 scores each quarter One successful 2pt conversion Holding opposition to only a field goal Controlled time of possession Looks like exactly the kind of game MC loves to coach. He should have great success against all FCS teams, some G5, and maybe some luck against the bottom half of ACC. Against teams with a high powered offense, well, he won't win in a shootout. The new rule for clock continuing to run might actually help improve his chances to control game tempo and win a game or two. I must say, I'm so glad Miami wanted him! Go Ducks! Go Lanning.

Just wondering if anyone saw coach Dilly's first game as head coach? How did they look? The box score seemed to show quick scores, but time if possession equal. Any thoughts?

Utah seems to have more depth then previously reported. Without starting qb and key starters on offense and defense, they looked very solid for a first game. Missed assignments, missed tackles, dropped passes, are all part of game one, but the Utes weren't excessive on this aspect. Florida on the other hand looked slow on defense and weak on offense. Plus I thought offensive play calling was very weak. After watching both USuC, and Utah, the Utes look much more solid with their O-line and definitely on their defensive front. Our game in Salt Lake is looking much tougher to me than the home stand against usc. I'm actually looking forward to watching the Beavers play San Jose on Sunday to compare against USuC. But first, Saturday. Go Ducks!!

Apparently, ala C.Williams, USuC only plays hard in games they want to "be at". (See last year's bowl fiasco) So starting against lowly SJSU must not have been enough of an adrenaline shot to play hard. It's hard to think Nevada will move the needle. I personally think usc players believe their own press clippings and don't have the lunch bucket mentality to bring it every game. First game results are hardly definitive, look at us last year! USuC will be a force this year, but I think OSU will be better.

I don't think usc getting more hype helps Oregon or the left coast. Until we beat them. They have always been a media darling, prob always will. It's Hollywood baby. Perfect place for neon Dion to end up. Too many celebrities for sports pundits to rub shoulders and be seen with. Coach Lanning and his team know what good recruits want and need. As long as he does that, we continue to go good to great. Let the talking heads do their pontificating, will just win the games.

If we go undefeated in the Pac this year, with how deep it is, who will beat us in the semi?!? No, if Charles is right, then we play for the Natty.

Maybe so, but being on a winning team might count for something. Finishing at Oregon didn't hurt Gonzo any. Players still want to win games. Going 2-10 might not sit well. Might the season is finally here, so let the games begin!

Yeah, he be "comin" to Oregon soon enough. He'd rather be in the B1G then the BIG 12.

I never boo the opposing team running out for the game. In fact I cheer. Well below the volume I use when my Ducks run out, but loud enough. I still believe they are kids, and doing their best. And also, it's just a game. I'll even ask those around me to please refrain from booing. If not for the other team, who would we be playing? Right? In fact, I don't boo any person. I may boo a bad call by the refs, I might boo an unsportsmanlike behavior, but it isn't directed at the person. I love visiting teams. Who else are we going to beat up on. 🤣

A game in week 0 is really just another practice. And when it's against gutsy sub par talent like SJSt. you get expected results, just like we saw. Poor tackling, mixed bag results. We can't really take too much from this game, but I will say that neither their front 7 or O-line scare me much. I hope we look sharper Sat.

Yes, great article, thanks for sharing it FishDuck. I've loved seeing peoples extended reaction where they are placing the Bo dacious poster other places, like on the pyramids, Mt. Rushmore, etc. Love it. Go Ducks!!

Sounds like personal issues. Leaving a week before first game... Hope all goes well for him.

Because of Burch, Matayo will have an impact as a freshman. Think about it, Burch on one side, Matayo on the other, and Popo storming up the middle!! Who ya gonna double! Cuz that's what it will take. That's why I'm so glad it's just about game week! Let the D's action on the field do the talking, and we will see how quickly those negative remarks change. I agree whole heartedly with you FishDuck, coach plucked the portal perfectly to fill holes and improve the defense. And special teams also will be vastly improved. Oh let the games begin!

OK, I've gotta come clean. I don't really think we will end up 8-4. I'm just so excited about our potential that I don't want to be disappointed! I figured if I set a low bar, and we exceeded it, we'll, joy! Beating all 5 of the top 25 teams we play this year seems a tall order. On paper I think we can, but I think coach Lanning is still on a learning curve. Some of the coaching decisions last year...? So I'm going with 10-2. ppg- 42+ Rush ypg- 153 Pass- 275 Def ppg- 24 Rush - 101 Pass - 201

Baker's comment about Nebraska having "turning it around" seems very strange to me. They've been horrible for years! I hope Dan & Co. can reel him in still. With NIL as it is, I don't know what to think about the blue-chip players... I'm glad Oregon isn't planning to get in a bidding war. Personally, I think kids who want/demand the $$ now, don't have the heart/character to do the work to develop. I too believe joining the B1G will only help us in recruiting battles.

OK. I'll be the debi downer (dano downer?) Season 8-4 Independence Bowl 37 ppg Give up 38 ppg Tied for 4th in pac12 But my heart goes with JDuck.