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Drake
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Sage advice from Coach Prime?
I have to wonder about his ego when coveted recruits opt to go elsewhere. A guy like him may not be able to deal with that type of rejection for very long.
We will see how hard he stays in that fight.
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Mismanagement of the PAC 12 led to its demise. It is an unfortunate turn of events for OSU.
Oregon was forced into this position simply because of the economics of the move.
Unfortunately, the bonds used to pay for the renovation of Reser Stadium may not be paid by revenues from OSU athletics. They may very well default and nobody is a winner if that happens.
Both Duck and Rodent fans will end up paying for the default out of the general fund in Oregon….ughhh
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Well…it all comes down to economics. Oregon has to keep an eye
on revenues just to maintain the world class facilities that have been donated to the University. Sad, but true.
We replace rival OSU rodent with tOSU corn nut.
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While we might be dissatisfied with current numbers, this is the future of sports entertainment. Any iPhone, iPad, computer, or smart TV is a viewing platform. I can watch a game anywhere that I have a Wi-Fi signal.
Apple TV revenues were approximately $1.5 billion in 2022. That represents just 2% of their service revenues annually (+$60 billion total service revenue).
Analysts project Apple TV’s revenues will grow to $2.2 billion in 2023. An increase of 46%. The future looks bright.
The new players in the sports entertainment market have very deep pockets and eventually will own a much larger inventory of that market. We just happen to be one of the first conferences involved.
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He is a beast. Are guys his size supposed to be that fast?
What a great addition to the defense. QB’s will definitely want to know where he is lined up. Our players really praised his abilities during the spring practice sessions. Can’t wait to watch him play.
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DeBoer is a solid coach. I can’t deny that.
However, without solid recruiting, DeBoer’s success with the pups will become very similar to Chip Kelly’s success during his stint at UCLA.
Good coaching gets you the job, solid recruiting lets you keep it.
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Unfortunately, I am unable to attend. Out of the country for the Cal and Troy boy games this year.
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Prime time will always talk, but can he walk at this level?
Any pressure at Colorado comes from the media circus that surrounds the coach which gives him a national podium for his sound bites. In reality, the only pressure at Colorado will be winning enough games to keep the media interested.
The time for his team to walk the walk is coming soon enough.
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A young coach that is willing to work hard, wants to learn from others, and teach lessons about the game of football to his guys.
Kind of sounds like Dan Lanning wants to surround himself with people like himself. Our “young coaching staff”seems to have a tall ceiling.
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My guess would be that their career paths were not really on an upward trajectory, if that is true.
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I have to admit that watching plays where DB’s are bouncing off of our linemen that are lead blocking downfield is quite enjoyable. This could definitely be one of those plays.
Thanks for the analysis, Coach.
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Seems like he has a handle on recruiting both players and coaches.
DL may not have years of experience under his belt, but he certainly has the “it” factor. While I don’t know exactly what “it “ is, his message resonates well with both players and coaches.
This is going to be fun to watch what the coaches can do with this group of players.-
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The UCLA athletic department was operating deep in the red. That was probably the catalyst which prompted them to leave for “greener pastures”.
Therefore, no surprise that a college the size of WSU is having financial troubles competing in the PAC.
The last amount that I recall Oregon was spending on athletics was over $100 million for the year.
Being faced with a media rights negotiation that some people hope lands in the area of $30 million, being an Athletic Director is not for the faint of heart.
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We all know that our season is based upon how far Bo can take this team. The problem is that the more snaps that Bo takes, the more opportunities there are for an injury.
We should definitely rest Bo when games are no longer in doubt. At that point the backup QBs should be treated fairly, if Ty demonstrates to the coaches that he is still the #2 QB option, then he should play.
We all have seen Ty make simple plays look very difficult. However, I have to trust the coaches judgement on who plays, and when.
Btw…most plays show Novosad throwing to the first receiver he locks on to at the start of the play. That is not always an option at our level, but would also like to see him play.
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Student athletes have tried to unionize before, and they needed to be classified as employees. This opens the door.
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Perhaps the demise of the PAC is inevitable after losing the LA media market. I certainly don’t know. TV contracts pay the bills, and Oregon will need to do what is best for them for the long haul.
The wait and see game is full of rumors, and unless you have a seat at the negotiating table, it is difficult to have a clear picture of the future.
Oregon has contacts in sports and media, either directly, or indirectly (Phil Knight, and other key people). I would be more worried if I was a fan of some of the other colleges in the PAC trying to continue to compete at a high level.-
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It is exciting to have an offense that features a passing attack that uses all levels of the field. Explosion plays that gain chunk yards electrifies the Autzen experience. That type of offense is helpful to the coaches in their recruiting efforts to attract talented QBs and receivers.
Our young coaching staff is already recruiting at a higher level than i expected. Thanks in part, to the committed NIL assistance from Division Street. Today’s recruiting environment requires that type of assistance.
I also think the uptick in talent in the receiver room bodes well for this year, and for the future. It gets the attention of future top QB recruits, and top QBs get the attention of future talented receivers.
The future looks bright.
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I think the team does have a lot of offensive talent. However, our season really relies on Bo Nix playing at a high level, and staying healthy. The team has depth at certain positions, but not all of them.
The PAC 12 Champion will need to navigate through a minefield of talented QBs. It may be an offensive shootout for some games.
If our defense shows respectable improvement, then our offense most certainly benefits.
I do know that a fair amount of my angst can be reduced if our offense doesn’t feel the need to go on 4th down in our end of the field quite as often.
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After watching his highlights, I like the fact that he scores a TD without barking into some defensive guys face, or showboating. He celebrates with his team and moves on.
Not a fan of the receivers that feel the need to flex, or chirp at the defensive backs.
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On 5/12/2023 at 6:25 AM, HappyToBeADuck said:
In a world of vultures any of this is possible. But these vultures best beware that any of these scenarios could bring another apex predator into the mix......
ATTORNEY'S.........
Collusion definition…
when entities or individuals work together to influence a market for their own advantage. Acts of collusion could include price fixing, or sharing insider information. Perhaps we could also add the media mutts that report unsubstantiated rumors for personal favors, or gain.
Antitrust lawsuits are real…my opinion…the consumer ends up paying the attorneys fees and any damages awarded.
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His son will be playing for West Linn, which are the defending state champions. An article that I came across states that he is a very good athlete, and may actually start his freshman year.
Alex Molden, his father, can give him sound advice.
Alex had a devastating injury while playing at Oregon, and worked his way back onto the football field. He then performed well enough to be selected in the NFL draft.
I don’t know Alex, but I am familiar with people that know his son. This offer may not be too far-fetched at all.
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About 10 minute mark they are looking at helmets…if nothing else it will give you some ideas.
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Always learn a lot from your play diagrams and descriptions….thank you.
Nix can reliably read a defense, go through progressions when receivers are covered, and be a legit run threat when necessary. Match that up with a solid run game, and RB’s that can also become an extra receiver, and potential oozes out of our offense.
Stein inherits some very good players. Really excited to see what the players and this offense can accomplish.
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The season rests on Bo Nix’s shoulders. My biggest concern would be that Bo puts too much pressure on himself to manufacture wins. The guy can ball, but needs help from the defense this year to compete at an elite level.
Our defense has talent. However, that talent needs to play better together. That is something that the players, and probably more importantly, the coaches need to focus on.Oregon has the potential to win every game. That potential will need to step onto the field every game and play solid football. If they can also improve every week, then good things could happen.
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The Media, Even One of Our Own, Does Not See Oregon's Truth
in Our Beloved Ducks
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Another example of how Geoff really doesn't get it.
Dwight James…ughhh
Personally, I love the Billboards. I am 100% sure that the marketing brain trust at Oregon knows more about how to brand a team than grumpy Dwight and Geoff.