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Duck Insider 2-14-24
Joey Mac sits down with senior guard and Oregonian Gabe Reichle ahead of this weekend’s rivalry game against his older brother’s alma mater. Plus, Rob Moseley joins the show before he travels with Duck Baseball for opening weekend and we break down the upcoming women’s basketball homestand.
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He did make a mistake as far as Oregon's 2023 win record. Was 12 win season unless he's not counting the bowl game.
It’s a new era of college football, and the transfer portal, NIL and conference realignment have forced the nation’s premier coaches to adapt. Coach rankings for the 2024 season have the usual suspects at the top, but who will reign supreme five seasons from now? National recruiting analyst Cooper Petagna weighed in recently on the Football Recruiting Podcast.
Several factors went into these rankings. Petagna looked at the coaches with the most noticeable momentum coming out of the current season and whether they’re poised to build off it thanks to strong results on the recruiting trail. The program leaders best adapted to NIL and the transfer portal found their way into the rankings. Age was also a big factor and kept guys like Brian Kelly, Willie Fritz and Mike Gundy from making the cut.
Petagna saw value in several other coaches who didn’t make his top five, including Hugh Freeze (Auburn) and Lane Kiffin (Ole Miss), who barely missed the cut. He also shouted out Kalen DeBoer (Alabama), Marcus Freeman (Notre Dame) and Eli Drinkwitz (Missouri).
Here are college football’s top five coaches five years from now:
College football coach rankings: Kirby Smart, Ryan Day highlight top coaches five years from now
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Who will be the top coach in college football in five years? Our experts weigh in.-
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This is behind a paywall, but I could see this portion of it.
The 247Sports Crystal Ball is a tool recruiting analysts use to show exactly where a recruit might end up. On Wednesday, a new prediction went in regarding a top target potentially landing with the Oregon Ducks.
As it stands today, I believe Oregon is the team to beat for Pittsburg (Calif.) high school four-star safety Jadyn Hudson. My Crystal Ball is on the Ducks.
Over the weekend, I was in Las Vegas for “The Next Ones” event presented by Nike Football. I was able to sit down and talk with Hudson for a few minutes. My biggest takeaway was that head coach Dan Lanning, his stability, the fact that he chose to stay in Eugene instead of leaving for Alabama, is the driving factor here.
The 6-2, 175-pounder loves the Ducks and is fired up about a potential future there, but knowing that Lanning is not likely to leave anytime soon is really hitting home for Hudson. Ohio State and Tennessee are the two heavy-hitters also in play, but it’s tough to see the Ducks missing on the West Coast standout.
247Sports Crystal Ball pick: West Coast Safety to Oregon
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The 247Sports Crystal Ball is a tool recruiting analysts use to show exactly where a recruit might end up. On Wednesday, a new prediction went in regarding a top target potentially landing with...-
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Breaking down the five best 2024 receiver classes
Breaking down the five best 2024 receiver classes
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Five-star Cam Coleman headlines a stellar crop of receivers headed to play for the Auburn Tigers. -
Tuesdays with Gorney: Ten programs that could sign the No. 1 class in 2025
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Four-star LB Kelvion Riggins is among Mike Elko's early victories as the new coach at Texas A&M. -
Ducks among top teams in the nation according to ESPN's 2024 SP+
The offseason is often spent with various outlets putting out their preseason rankings based on movement across the sport and new-look rosters entering spring football. Different metrics are used, from eye test to returning production to FPI.
One of the most well-respected metrics, though, is ESPN’s SP+, which is a rating system that combines several factors: Returning Production, Recent Recruiting, and Recent History.
Here is how ESPN’s Bill Connelly explains it:
Ducks among top teams in the nation according to ESPN’s 2024 SP+
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The Oregon Ducks stand as one of the top-ranked teams in the nation according to ESPN’s 2024 preseason SP+ ratings. -
I guess I am partial, but they're missing some of Oregon's other position groups that could possibly make this list.
Who are college football's most talented teams in 2024 and which rosters added impactful players? In the first sweetheart rankings at 247Sports, circle various additions and position groups across the top 25 that are worthy of love heading into spring practice.
College football staffs which haven't yet started spring drills are combing over their rosters, trying to put together a malleable two-deep coming out of National Signing Day. Newcomers bring a renewed sense of optimism and if they're talented, engage in immediate position battles for reps, which is exactly what coaches want to see this time of year.
There are several gems which haven't yet arrived to the dance who are sure to steal a valentine or two when it comes to offseason hype.
Roses are red, violets are blue — it's time to dive into college football rosters in 2024 that are perfect for you:
College football sweetheart rankings: 2024 Roster additions, position groups to love
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The 10 schools leaving the Pac-12 likely will still play in Pac-12 affiliated bowls the next two seasons and not in bowl tie-ins with their new conferences, sources told Action Network.
The former Pac-12 schools are not expected to play in bowls with their new conferences for multiple reasons, conference and bowl sources told Action Network.
The contracts between the conferences and the bowls don’t end until after the 2025 season. With only Oregon State and Washington State remaining in the Pac-12 in 2024, the six bowls with Pac-12 ties could not be filled without drawing from other conferences.
Because of the mass exodus of Pac-12 schools, all the stakeholders involved are seeking a temporary solution until the new bowl contracts begin in 2026, sources said.
“Out of a series of not-great options, the most workable — short of blowing up the bowl system and the (35 non-playoff) bowl contracts — is to have the former Pac-12 schools sent to Pac-12 bowls for two more years,” a source said.
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Oregon lands on final list for elite DL, key Big Ten target out of Pennsylvania
Oregon is still in the mix for a major defensive prospect in Maxwell Roy, one of the top defensive linemen in the country and a key Big Ten target from Pennsylvania for the 2025 recruiting class.
On Wednesday, Roy released his top six list with a B1G-heavy group featuring Ohio State, Michigan, Wisconsin, Rutgers and the Big Ten-bound Ducks. The Duke Blue Devils out of the ACC are the other program included.
Roy is listed at 6-foot-3 and 270 pounds out of St. Joseph’s Prep in Philadelphia:
Oregon lands on final list for elite DL, key Big Ten target out of Pennsylvania
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Oregon is hoping to land one of the top defensive linemen in the 2025 recruiting class.Rivals250 DT Maxwell Roy breaks down his top six contenders
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Oregon makes the Top 15 for 5-star DL Jahkeem Stewart
Oregon is a member of the 15-team list of finalists for a five-star defensive lineman.
The Oregon Ducks have made the cut for one of the nation's top overall prospects in the 2026 class. Defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart shared that he was down to 15 schools on his social media channels and would focus his attention on those programs only. Stewart will be considering college programs from across the country as he is set to become one of the most highly sought-after recruits in the 2026 recruiting class for college football.
Oregon makes the Top 15 for 5-star DL Jahkeem Stewart
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Remember, this is just for fun. Even though, cough cough "click bait"🙄 is not happening here. Projected number of teams per conference:
4 Big Ten
4 SEC
Notre Dame
1 ACC
1 Big 12
1 Group of 5
Why release my never-too-early 2024 bowl projections in February, while several critical details impacting the bowl system are still pending? For example, where will former Pac-12 teams be placed, or how many automatic conference championship bids will be included in the new 12-team playoff?
Some skeptics and conspiracy theorists will claim this is all a ploy to get clicks — "EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Taylor and Travis abducted by UFO after Super Bowl party." Google, are you seeing this!? "Taylor and Travis engaged! Pregnant?!?"
I, for one, am offended by those baseless accusations. This is simply continuing a tradition like no other — "Tiger Woods joins LIV Tour for $5 gazillion" — here at Action Network in providing the best bowl projections on the planet, no matter what month it is. #TAYLORSWIFT #SUPERBOWL #ENDOFWORLD
This season marks the debut of the 12-team playoff, as chosen by the College Football Playoff selection committee. The Cliff Notes version: the five highest-ranked conference champions — regardless of ranking — receive an automatic bid to the playoff with the final spots going to the remaining seven highest-ranked teams.
The four highest-ranked conference champions receive byes into the quarterfinals and will be seeded Nos. 1-4 regardless of their ranking (yes, even if they're “ranked” No. 3, 5, 12 and 24.)
Onto my never-too-early 2024 bowl projections, along with the projected point spread of each matchup from Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson’s power betting ratings.
*Conference champions projected to receive automatic bids
https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/college-football-bowl-projections-early-predictions-2024
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How quickly will the Oregon Ducks find success in the Big Ten?
The entire landscape of college football will look different in 2024, with new teams in different conferences and an expanded College Football Playoff at the end of the year. For the Oregon Ducks, a move to the Big Ten Conference will have us enthralled as we try to figure out where they stand among their new foes, and how quickly they will be able to find success in the new landscape.
This past week on the Sco-ing Long Podcast, I had the pleasure of talking to Dan Rubenstein, a well-respected football voice who is the co-host of the Solid Verbal College Football podcast. Though Rubenstein is an Oregon alum, he watches the sport through a national scope, and he is well-equipped to inform unsuspecting Duck fans of what they should expect in the new conference.
Oregon Football: How quickly will the Ducks succeed in the Big Ten?
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On 2/14/2024 at 3:13 AM, Duckley Palace said:
On a lighter note, I think we have a new team to dislike in our new conference. If you want a laugh, listen to the three Husker guys in this video 👇. The one Ohio State guy at least has a program that can brag, and he's far less insulting to OBD.
They really don't know what's coming their way.
This is great information from someone who is better equip on the national scene/Big Ten. Worth reading and listening to.
How quickly will the Oregon Ducks find success in the Big Ten?
Oregon Football: How quickly will the Ducks succeed in the Big Ten?
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With a move to the Big Ten Conference, how quickly will the Oregon Ducks be able to adapt and find success?-
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Four-Star '26 LB Samu Moala set for busy Spring/Summer
Moala is a top 100 player in the '26 class and has several schools he's hoping to visit.
Four-Star '26 LB Samu Moala set for busy Spring/Summer
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Oregon Football will have its highest expectations in a decade in 2024 | Oregon Ducks Podcast
Oregon has had a very successful offseason adding quality pieces from the transfer portal whilst getting key returners on both sides of the ball. The preseason expectations going into the Big 10 are going to be as high in Eugene and nationally as they've ever been. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin examines the continued hype train around Oregon's 2024 season.
With 5-star WR transfer Evan Stewart on offense, what does that mean for former 5-star Oregon commit Jurrion Dickey in his second season? Spencer also takes a look at 5-star DE/EDGE Elijah Rushing in the 2024 recruiting cycle and how he could project into the rotation this Fall. Plus, Men's Basketball takes more injury news that hamper their NCAA Tournament hopes.
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‘We will get to Omaha’: Unsatisfied Oregon baseball fired up for 2024 season
‘We will get to Omaha’: Unsatisfied Oregon baseball fired up for 2024 season
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The Oregon baseball team is set to open its 2024 season Friday against Oklahoma in the first of three games at the Texas Rangers' Globe Life Field. -
All about the Nebraska Cornhuskers:
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are one of the Big Ten Conference’s newer members, but their football tradition long predates their change in conference affiliation. A one-time powerhouse on the gridiron is still searching for consistent success this century, but Nebraska’s volleyball team has more than taken up the mantle — and packed the football stadium, too.
As the Oregon Ducks prepare for a move to the Big Ten in 2024, The Oregonian/OregonLive is taking a look at all of their newest conference rivals. While Ducks fans might be deeply familiar with fellow Pac-12 departees Washington, USC and UCLA, they have 14 new teams to get to know this year.Next up is Nebraska.
All about the Nebraska Cornhuskers: An Oregon Ducks fan guide to the Big Ten Conference
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A one-time powerhouse on the football field is still searching for consistent success this century, but Nebraska’s volleyball team has more than taken up the mantle and packed the football stadium... -
On 2/14/2024 at 3:13 AM, Duckley Palace said:
On a lighter note, I think we have a new team to dislike in our new conference. If you want a laugh, listen to the three Husker guys in this video 👇. The one Ohio State guy at least has a program that can brag, and he's far less insulting to OBD.
They really don't know what's coming their way.
This group really did not do their due diligence on Oregon. As far as they are concerned, nothing good will come from the Pac-12 🤔Hmm, tell me again what has Nebraska done since they've joined? Shall we say goose egg?
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On 2/13/2024 at 5:31 PM, 1Ducker1 said:
Ted Johnson LOL I think they meant TEZ
It's amazing how many articles I read have errors.
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The future of the Pac-12 is perilous at best, but the conference will reportedly have a new commissioner moving forward.
According to Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports, the Pac-12 and commissioner George Kliavkoff decided to part ways with a negotiated contract settlement. Dellenger noted the league sees Pac-12 deputy commissioner Teresa Gould as a potential replacement.
This comes as anything but a surprise considering the uncertainty and change that has defined Kliavkoff's tenure since he was announced as commissioner in 2021.
Report: Pac-12, Commissioner George Kliavkoff Part Ways; Agree to Contract Settlement
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The future of the Pac-12 is perilous at best, but the conference will reportedly have a new commissioner moving forward. According to Ross Dellenger of Yahoo… -
Oregon Makes Another Strong Impression on Isaiah Mozee
The Ducks recently hosted the No. 1 recruit from Missouri, who gives the latest in his recruitment.
https://www.si.com/college/oregon/recruiting/oregon-makes-another-strong-impression-on-isaiah-mozee
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5 Oregon baseball players to know ahead of 2024 season
5 Oregon baseball players to know ahead of 2024 season
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With baseball season just around the corner, the Oregon Ducks will look to build on a successful 2023 campaign with another talented roster. -
Matthew Johnson Commits to Oregon | Recruiting Run Next for the Ducks? | Ducks Dish Podcast
Max Torres breaks down the commitment of 2025 Concord (Calif.) De La Salle edge rusher Matthew Johnson to Oregon. He takes a look at the story of Johnson's recruitment, why he chose the Ducks and so much more, including what's next on the recruiting trail.
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10 Underclassmen with Best Shot at 2024 Heisman Trophy
10 Underclassmen with Best Shot at 2024 Heisman Trophy
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As the page turns to the 2024 college football season, it's never too early to start looking ahead to the Heisman Trophy race. From the first year of the…
Ducks Land Two Projections to Secure Commitments from Blue-Chip Players in 2025 Class
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The Oregon Ducks have been off to a hot start on the 2025 recruiting trail, sitting with one of the top classes in the nation and coming off of a couple-weekend stretch where they hosted some of the most coveted players in the nation.
One of the players that visited — 4-star EDGE Nasir Wyatt — is really starting to trend Oregon’s way. The blue-chip defender from Mater Dei down in California has been projected to land with the Ducks, with a few 247Sports Crystal Ball predictions coming in earlier this month from Steve Wiltfong, Brandon Huffman, and Greg Biggins. On Wednesday, 247Sports analyst Tom Loy also put in a prediction for Wyatt, the No. 2 EDGE and No. 27 player in the 2025 class, to choose Oregon.
Loy also placed another Crystal Ball prediction on Wednesday, saying that 4-star safety Jadyn Hudson is likely to commit to the Oregon Ducks as well. Hudson is rated as the No. 8 safety and No. 96 overall player in the class.
At the moment, Oregon has the No. 11 class in the 2025 cycle, but if they could add both of these players, Dan Lanning would be well on his way to securing another top-5 ranked class this year.