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Thanks for the article Alex. I think it will stimulate a good discussion. We can agree the offense will continue to put up points like it did last year. Lots of depth and weapons galore. However, in my opinion, I think the defensive line is better. Any Offensive problems in the spring game came about because of pressure from the defensive line. The depth and growth of the young studs on that line were more than an evenly split offensive line could handle. Then when you consider the commitment of Harmon, the defensive line will be a strength for the Ducks. Take away an opponent's ability to run and we'll see sacks and interceptions galore. Coach Lanning and staff continues to improve every position with competition. The defense will be making a statement this year!

Yes, David, I agree with you. The Oregon quarterback room is deep and talented. Thanks for your well written article. No longer will I be devastated if our QB is taken out by a cheap shot or unfortunate injury. We will have several replacements capable to run the offense! "In the end, the most important takeaway from this spring game is that all the quarterbacks played with confidence." Thank you Will Stein and Dan Lanning!

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Excellent research to back up the Blue Chip Roster criteria for winning the national title. Thank you Jon for writing today's article. I enjoy your tidbits of humor interspersed throughout the writing, i.e. "...Texas A+M, (76 million reasons to LOL)..." I look forward to reading your posts and articles. Thank you!

Thanks for today's article Alex! I agree that our offense will flash - with lightening strikes. We do have a loaded WR room. Evan Stewart (thank you Chuc007) will contribute more as the season progresses when he learns more of the offense. Along with TE Ferguson, I think Kenyon Sandiq will be a major contributor. His speed at TE is awesome. And don't forget TE Patrick Herbert. He's a very good athlete who can move well and has good hands.

Thanks Mike for your entertaining summary of the state of affairs in Corvallis. It does not seem as though there's a plan. When Commissioner Living Large Larry was beginning the downward spiral of the Pac, I was under the impression that OSU President Ray was Larry's biggest supporter (protector). If true, then this mess at OSU seems to be a large dose of Karma.

Darren, you had me going! I was not too sure about the court. I can take it or leave it. But the "Visually Induced Dizziness" and the "vomit violently" got me believing you. Then the RoboDuck sold me. What a disaster that was. Ugly! Congratulations on a perfect April Fool's Day joke! Have a great day!

Everything you wrote today Jon, is excellent! I couldn't have expressed myself better. I still haven't heard a legitimate reason from the AD for his decisions. The best line in your article, "Rob, you and your friends did not seek a path toward a settlement, you folded like a cheap suit." I wish Rob was more like Winston Churchill, "Never give in, never give in, never, never, never, never—in nothing, great or small, large or petty—never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense." Keep the articles coming Jon. I appreciate your point of view!

Excellent article Jon! Thanks. I agree with your opening point, "...it will hopefully be the latter if the Committee wants its selections to be respected by coaches, players, and fans of CFB." Let's hope for the NET instead of ESecPN bias.

USC - say it ain't so Joe! (I mean Jon) Very good analysis Jon. Thanks for the article today. I always enjoy reading your posts and articles. Go Ducks! Spring football is here - finally!

Thanks for the article today Don! You make good points. I agree the wave is a distraction, especially when it continues during game action. Oregon does have a unique creative action that occurs before the start of the 4th quarter. The whole Autzen stadium singing and dancing to "Shout"! I'm not aware of any other college with such a classic movie filmed on their campus. The tradition of " Shout" at Autzen is the best!

Change is coming for the Chargers. I hope this helps Justin. He deserves the best!

You make a lot of good common sense Mike. Thanks for the food for thought. Too bad that many obstacles never listen to common sense. Administrators, TV executives, donors, and fans always choose common sense in their major decision making process. Not really! Logic and symmetry falls victim to self interest and money. Anyway, thanks for the mental stimulation this morning. I will just take it day by day and one season at a time enjoying the path of Our Beloved Ducks football team.

Common theme with Coach Lanning and staff- Speed and football intelligence.

Mr. Whitty your article gives us a lot to think about. The landscape for college sports is not done changing. We're now dealing with NIL and the Transfer Portal. Those have been major changes. Your excellent research and writing brings attention to more consequences that will have major impact. I don't have an opinion yet. But I'm sure our OBD Forum will help me. Thanks for giving us your thoughts and experience with this coming discussion.

Jackson does not equal Mahomes. #15 to #87 is a win!

I find it hard to ever root for a team wearing purple!

Thanks Jon Joseph for the great article today! Well researched and written. I think the hard schedule is karma for USC & UCLA. They sure deserve it. I appreciate and look forward to your future writing.

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Thanks for the article today, Don Marsh. I agree with you. Coach Lanning answered everyone quickly and convincingly. He made a video to show why staying at Oregon was definitely the best thing to do. I'm reminded of a book written by Frosty Westering, Make The Big Time Where You're At. Frosty was a coaching legend at Pacific Lutheran University. I believe Coach Lanning is doing this. That's his message to recruits. They are listening.

I spent almost all my school age years (elementary - Jr. High - HS - B.S. at Oregon) in Eugene. I agree with you. Eugene is a special place. My career took me to a small town south of Portland. Because my family is still close that's why I have stayed. But Eugene still calls. Thanks, Mike, for sharing your story!

Thanks David, excellent article today. Your summary is the best part. "In the end it doesn’t really matter how you compare Lanning to those who came before him because it isn’t the same game. What matters is how Lanning stacks up against the rest of the college football world right now." In my opinion, Coach Lanning is killing it nationally! Right now. Yesterday's appearance on ESPN, especially at halftime, is proof positive. The college football world has changed; is changing. The Oregon Ducks couldn't have a better coach leading them in this new world.

Alex, there's so many to choose from. Team depth is loaded. That makes it hard to pick one. Thanks for a good ponder discussion. For Offense it is either Gary Bryant at wide receiver or Kenyon Sandiq at Tight End. Speed and good hands draw my attention. Defense it's Teitum Tuioti and Ashton Porter on the defensive line. Effort and quickness stand out for me. These two are heat seeking missiles. Thanks for writing today's article Alex!

Great research and writing! Thanks Mr. Joseph for providing today's reading. Lots of entertaining data and information about the upcoming 2024 season.

Sad to hear that Coach read died. Good memories of this good man! Thanks for sharing Annie.