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At CU he could end up playing for another head coach. Deion turned Jackson State around and left. He has now turned CU around and his kid is graduating, nothing keeping him in Boulder after this season. Travis Hunter will be gone too. I wonder if Deion gave him a promise to stay, but what is that worth?

Once again Mr. Marsh sheds light on our Ducks like no other. This was the BIG game many were worried about. Could the Ducks grind out a win and have the defense play the pivotal role? The game allowed us to see the chaos defense overshadow the lights out offense Oregon is known for. The question going forward is can we have both the chaos defense and the high scoring offense in the coming games? It will take both, along with a cleaner execution of the game plan. It is nice to know we have the elite defense so many of us have hungered for since the gang green days. A top ten defense is a dream come true, right? We still need that high scoring offense to take us to the finish line. Seeing our offense drop out of the top 20 just seems wrong. The game against the dawgs is the perfect moment to rekindle the offensive firepower that is lined up on every down this year. The players are there, we need to see the execution and play calling to get us back to 30, 40 or more points against the dawgs. We only win the big games coming up playing Oregon football, not BIG football.

I grew up in the age of Oregon as the long shot. I also love the idea of proving it on the field with a chip on our shoulder. Both of those situations speak to my roots as a person and Duck. I can definitely agree to disagree on this one, both scenarios are pretty nice!

Love the see the hoosiers jump the Ducks in the rankings, absolutely dream scenario! Would there be a better scenario for the BIG Championship game for the Ducks?

Seems like to me we witnessed something special last Saturday. I suppose I should say somebody special really coming into his own. I think this tackle on the Wisconsin WR should be named, 'The Hit'! We have 'The Pick' and I would add this to the common language Duck fans use, maybe not as important, but it was a just wow moment. Matayo is a sophomore who is taking over games. My take he is becoming one of the greats right before our eyes. This instagram reel from his father really highlights just how impactful this guy is as a sophomore! He is on his way to becoming the MVP if his play continues on this track. David Uiagalelei (@bigdave.uiagalelei) • Instagram reel WWW.INSTAGRAM.COM 67 likes, 1 comments - bigdave.uiagalelei on November 20, 2024: "Every game, Matayo seems to be unlocking different levels to his game. He’s coming into his own as he progresses through the...

Center is one of the most important position on the team. It is definitely the least appreciated position as compared to the importance. Sad for the individual, but can't say I have any of that emotion for their program. On top of that it would certainly do my heart well to see multiple massive mistakes by the nuts this weekend at the center position.

I reserve the right to complain about anything for any reason, or no reason at all. This is especially true when passion and admitted biases are involved ;)!

Appreciate the update on Caldwell too, as that didn't look good. Love to see the week off, and everybody happy and healthy after the dawg pounding too! All hands on deck as the season begins to get serious!

My take, the SEC isn't really all that good. USC beat LSU and LSU beat Ole Miss, which many say is the best in the SEC. If the spoiled children can beat the best of the SEC, through an easy connect the dots, then I am not too impressed with the SEC! I mean imagine if we lost to Michigan State and now were being touted as the best in the conference, just wouldn't happen, only in the SEC! Bring them on, we will play whoever the schedule, pundits, committee members assign us!

Great ponder point, but the big question is which conference gets a program ready for the long haul of the playoffs? The SEC use to be the conference to get ready, for the one, maybe two big games, to win it all. Now with three, maybe four big games to win it all the SEC death march may be a detriment to a programs chances. The BIG provides plenty of travel, and some competitive games, but you don't see great teams losing two games. Maybe the playoffs are just what we need to neutralize the SEC advantage? I tend to think Lanning would do well against the SEC teams. He would probably lose a few more over the years, but I don't want anything to do with what the SEC has, or does. Iron sharpens iron, but maybe too much and you break the best....

Before Lanning's time at Oregon is over the pundits will be comparing other coaches to Lanning. For now we will have to endure these hollow heads talking about Lanning being like Saban, right up there with Smart, headed to the NFL, or any other hot position. Fortunately Lanning is focused on his plan and making sure our Ducks are ready for what lays ahead. Nothing to see here, move along!

They are both just......

I don't think Dan Lanning would have it any other way, but I do think coaching D1 football is stressful. Anyone else notice the grey starting to creep on to the temple areas, and into his beard. The guy is 38, giving it his all, and you can see him age in front of our eyes. So who is the most improved, who the best in crunch time, the most important, all of those accolades should go to the guy turning grey before our eyes. Nobody cares more, and he is carrying these players, coaches along on his plan and preparation to win it all.

That was what pissed me off about Blackledge as he went on and on about how one call effected the outcome of the game. That guy went way up on my least favorite loudmouth list. The refs made plenty of bad calls, keep the pie hole shut about one effecting the outcome! Midwest guy and midwest bias live.

Great quote, 'they don't know, they don't understand' pretty much sums it up. The problem is if we lose in the championship game, we will be crucified. On the road, in potentially an opponents home state, and the committee will weight a late season loss heavier than the rest of our wins. Not an easy job, but like the officiating we see every Saturday, it would be nice to see a little more out of these people.