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I do like the idea of revamping the recruiting, the defense, and the offense, basically needs to be rebuilt. Fortunately for the offense, most of the materials are already on site. If the offense were a car it would need, maybe some new performance wheels, and upgrade the carburetor to fuel injection. The vehicle is worth the effort. It is going to be nice to see the offense go again!

Interesting article on Lanning's idea of revamping Oregon's recruiting. Obviously Lanning isn't satisfied with just continuing what was done. Not a rebuild, but a perfecting, reworking, and just touching up a process already working. Exciting to see a guy not satisfied with the one area which was the most successful part of the Oregon Football Program. Recruiting under Lanning

A little under appreciated was Kiko Alonso. He was awarded the Defensive Rookie of the Year after being drafted in the second round. While injuries and controversies followed Kiko, he was an incredibly important part of the Ducks and had a decent NFL career. He was definitely part of the low star Oregon recruits who were the bedrock of the Chip Kelly program.

I think they may begin cutting back on their nike dawg hat purchases. They seem to be becoming the Detroit Lions of the Pac-12.

Sounds like the price of Potato Salad just went up, as the stands went down.

Also looking towards where the new indoor practice facility will be. Some of those beautiful trees may have to be sacrificed, but it will be another epic Oregon Football Facility. It also isn't a pie in the sky promise based on wishful thinking. It is a well thought out plan With a timeline which will be met.

I found it interesting it seemed George focused on what the programs could do to improve. I want to know what he can do to help those programs, that is his job. I can tell him real quick one of those things, get to an 8 game conference schedule. If that is all George had to say then the reporter wasn't doing his job with questions. It may also show George isn't focused on what he should be working on. I hope he is a better leader than the article showed. The article seemed to indicate he is waiting for the programs to turn around while he watches. We need George to get to work on things he can help with, and quick.

Agree in the past it was like watching a rally car race. There were a lot of acceleration and cornering, fun to watch. Recently it was more like a demolition derby. To each his own, but I prefer the skill seen in a performance vehicle. Some might even say our previous coach just wanted a monster truck competition.

I hope it is a signal from this staff that they aren't trying to rebuild it from zero. There is a long legacy of excellence on and off the field. Embracing that history won't take away from what these coaches accomplish it will only enhance it. Much like the rebuild of a classic car, you don't forget it's past. To me, and my cars, I love a car which is all stock. My BMW 2002 had the original paint, the patina was beautiful. The engine needed a new carburetor, that only made it perform even better. A 5 speed, instead of a 4 speed transmission did the same thing. In the end it looked like the same car, but performed much better. It was true to it's birthright. I think that is what we want for the Oregon Program. We want to know it is Oregon, not some team from down south a coach still yearns to see recreated. Oregon is about innovation, not recreation. Bring Oregon into the present, with what it takes to reflect our past. Great topic to ponder on and well written!

Next I want to start seeing records broken in the weight room. I remember the days when Igor and Ngata use to go at in the weight room. For all the talk we heard about filling the sleeves it seemed they were, sometimes, just full of hot air. I want to see a serious push out of the O-line and Dline. Make the rest of the pac-12 their rag dolls!

You can't break what is already broken! You have to love the positive spin, maybe they can hope for a fix, but they are already broken.

A continued focus on defense by the historically offensive minded Oregon. Since Helfrich destroyed our defense those in charge of the money have spent freely on our DC. I think there will be a renewed emphasis on offense, but those in power want our defense to be a force too.

Lanning's history isn't the only thing to take in consideration. As has been stated, take a look at his supporting cast, compared to any of those coaches, Lanning A+. Now look at the history of Oregon head coach hires against any of the programs listed, Lanning A+. I agree nobody knows how any of these coaches will do, but if I was betting, I would take Lanning over any of these guys. My take, this prediction will be even worse than a preseason poll of where teams will finish. It is interesting sc, Florida, LSU and Oklahoma top the poll, much like a preseason prediction. I'm just surprised Notre Dame and Washington aren't higher, as traditionally is the case.

Incoming freshman rarely have a large impact on a team. Give Lanning time to fill those spots with his guys, the process is going on right now. Fear not, Mario's game will continue down in Miami. For those who long for Cristoball, tune in and try and stay focused. The games will be on earlier, but it will still be hard to stay awake. It will be interesting to watch the two programs as we go forward. I just don't want to have to watch Cristoball any more!

Pro qb's do it all the time, but they expect the receiver to adjust and catch the ball! Justin just kept throwing and the Oregon receivers just kept dropping the passes.

Justin was the Josh Allen of the draft. Josh played for Wyoming and didn't have the receivers, nor the coaching to bring out the talent he had. The true talent scouts saw what each of these college qb's had, and didn't have in their programs. Justin languished under Cristoball, like all of our qb's have since, but no more!

Might as well, the dawgs are doing their best to turn Washington recruits into anything other than huskies. Wasn't there a song written about that. Momma's don't let your babies grow up to be huskies. Don't let 'em lick there, and wear purple and yellow Let 'em be Ducks and Students and such. Momma's don't let your babies grow up to be huskies!

I think we have a couple receivers who have a pretty amazing gift. If we bring in one or more transfers the next qb could be helped greatly. A qb needs a good O-line, check, good RB, check, and it really helps to have great receivers. The only thing better than a great freshman receiver is a sophomore receiver. Fortunately we have experience coming back. I was extremely impressed with the young receivers. I think there was something brewing which could be pretty special on the bench. The offense is waiting to explode into the Oregon Offensive Machine it once was, and will always be in the hearts of Oregon Fans.

Tis the season of the portal, not just freshman recruits. I have a feeling with a diverse coaching unit they have seen guys they want who have or will hit the portal. We have a strong group of receivers, just need to add some depth and experience. Remember the Oregon Basketball Program is full of transfers and it works out pretty well.

There it is 'a safe haven for raving,' ok maybe not.

'Threads without threats,' 'A community without impunity' but I do like 'The Forum With Decorum' and probably not 'Civil Drivel'

The cost per player seems a bit off the charts for some schools, parents. If each kid needs a custom helmet at close to $1k is that going to be a barrier to some of the kids, football needs. A great step, but is it going to be adopted at the junior level? It is nice to see another step being taken, and hopefully we will see more.

Agree, an astounding amount of work went into this article. Jon had an amazing amount of information put together ,and then a very interesting website, 247 Sports Blue Chip Ratio, which I had never seen, loved it. It was like a very good meal and dessert too! I tend to write a stream of consciousness, with a little fact checking thrown in. I might add, all done between work sessions, so not too bad.

Interesting thought, and great chess move. I think when we beat tosu there was no where to go but down, and it was only a matter of time. A young team having a big win early seldom ends well. I remember a shrewd coach told me years ago not to send my young son to a national competition. He said do you want your son to peak out at 12? An early loss to Georgia might be exactly what this team needs next year too.

Don't forget Bobby Moore, but it is great to see an acknowledgment to the past, while we move forward. Were we ahead of our times or what, Duck Dope!