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I don’t have any issues with Oregon being selected behind Ohio State. They will have one, if not the best, defenses in the country and are also loaded with talent. Coach Day has something to prove as a head coach (as does Dan Lanning). Oregon also seems to do better, historically, as the underdog. At least the regular season game is at Autzen!
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Exactly. Now Oregon’s supporters can legally pay recruits and players (vs. secret handshakes with envelopes of cash changing hands, under the table). It has leveled the playing field for programs like Oregon. I do wish there were more rules (e.g., team salary caps, “rookie scales”) and transparency re: NIL.
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UCLA's Schedule Cancellations: Will Oregon Do the Same?
OregonDucks replied to Thomallister1291's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
Oregon State will be a mid major soon, if they are not already. Conference re-alignment is going to kill their recruiting and resources. So thankful that Oregon got off the sinking ship… -
Danno and Day's Recruiting is Shaking Up the Folks in Dixie
OregonDucks replied to Jon Joseph's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
FSU and Clemson feel more like SEC teams to me both geographically and culturally. Notre Dame and North Carolina would be better fits in the B1G, IMHO. However, if the B1G wants to continue to compete with the SEC they should be looking to add the best programs possible. Miami to the Big 12? -
Canzano: Overheard at the Pac-12's Las Vegas Cocktail Party...
OregonDucks replied to NJDuck's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
The Bay Area schools have always been academic snobs and likely killed PAC-12 expansion options because they didn’t want to associate with certain universities. I was really hoping that Cal and Stanford would be invited to join the B1G. They certainly have the academics and are competitive in other sports. Then the B1G would have the entire West Coast from Seattle to Los Angeles and could have created pods for scheduling purposes. -
'Admit It, Oregon is BUYING Recruits'
OregonDucks replied to Charles Fischer's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
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Danno and Day's Recruiting is Shaking Up the Folks in Dixie
OregonDucks replied to Jon Joseph's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
It sounds like the SEC hoped to build a wall around the State of Texas with the addition of the Longhorns. Hasn’t happened as expected… -
It would be great to keep Dante just under the threshold for a redshirt so that he can get some snaps to work on his game. Hopefully, Oregon can get a huge lead and Dante can play most of the second half in some of the earlier games so that he is ready, if needed. Shouldn’t be a problem against the cupcakes on our schedule like Oregon State…
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And this is why recruiting at a high level and player retention is so important - it results in depth. Dan Lanning wants to play aggressive, physical football. That is inevitably going to lead to dings and injuries, especially with a lengthened season (and playing 8 straight weeks this season). We need depth and a minimal drop off from the starters to manage through the long season to achieve the team’s goal. The Alabama’s and Georgia’s have been able to get to that level and it’s paid off with multiple national championships. Hopefully, Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks are on the same trajectory.
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Oregon's Recruiting Success: "...the Quiet Part Out Loud."
OregonDucks replied to Log Haulin's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
Having the highest NIL (payroll) does not guarantee success (see Texas A&M). You also want the right players, who fit the system, want to be in your program, will work hard, and be good teammates and representatives of your university. -
Note How FEW Recruits Oregon Has on Ranking Board...
OregonDucks replied to Charles Fischer's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
Alabama has a lower average star rating than Oregon’s. They are only ranked higher, at this point, because they have more commitments. Let that sink in. Maybe Alabama’s NIL donors stepped up or Alabama just sells itself? It’s in a hotbed of talent, which can’t be said of the PNW. Still don’t think DeBour is a good recruiter but I’ll never oppose a dig at the mutts up North. -
QUAACK! Ducks Land Rivals 5-Star 2025 WR Dakorien Moore
OregonDucks replied to Charles Fischer's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
As they say, “the cream will rise to the top.” I wouldn’t bet against Dante Moore and obviously our coaches felt the same way since they recruited him a second time, as a transfer. Dante throws a beautiful, accurate ball. Hopefully he is able to learn how to play the position at this level this year (e.g., game prep). How many QBs have been written off early in their careers only to be “late bloomers”? -
QUAACK! Ducks Land Rivals 5-Star 2025 WR Dakorien Moore
OregonDucks replied to Charles Fischer's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
I initially thought the same thing but Dan Lanning does not let up and I’d much rather have a commitment than trying to flip someone late. Dan Lanning is like prime Tiger Woods with a lead on Sunday. Dakorien’s highlights are ridiculous. He makes acrobatic, contested catches. Makes defenders look silly in space (like DAT). He deserves every bit of his 5 star rating. -
The Best USC Fan Response to Moore's Verbal to Oregon...
OregonDucks replied to Charles Fischer's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
Reportedly the B1G originally wanted Oregon and USC. Fox is the one who wanted to grab both LA schools. -
Ruh-Roh! USC Fans Unhappy With Oregon Recruiting....AGAIN
OregonDucks replied to Charles Fischer's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
Correction: Oregon ENTERS the B1G with the second most talented roster in the conference (behind only Ohio State). -
QUAAACK! 4-Star RB Jordon Davison Commits to Oregon
OregonDucks replied to cartm25's topic in Our Beloved Ducks
Like J Stew, sounds like he should be able to play right away. Man amongst boys.