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Twitter Reactions: Another successful weekend of recruiting visits takes place at Oregon Oregon Recruiting: Weekend of visits leave positive reaction for Ducks DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Another busy weekend of visits for the Ducks, and another long list of impressed recruits leaving Eugene.

Long list of Oregon legends to be in attendance at Ducks' spring game The Spring Game is about more than just the football occurring in between the sidelines. It’s a celebration as a whole for the program and a chance for some familiar faces to show themselves once again inside Autzen. There will be some notable alumni coming back to campus to check out what the current version of Oregon football looks like. Alumni such as quarterback Dennis Dixon, and receiver De’Anthony Thomas will be joined by other former Ducks. Quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota and defensive back Jevon Holland will also be in the house as guest coaches. “Anytime you have guys that were just tremendous Ducks that care so much about our program and make an effort to give back, it’s always great to recreate that,” Oregon head coach Dan Lanning said. “That’s special for our players, but it’s just special for our fans. They’re loved and adored by every Duck out there. (We) love having them back for us.” Here’s the updated list of Oregon legends expected in attendance for Saturday’s festivities. Oregon Football: Notable alumni will be in the house for spring game DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Oregon Ducks from the past and present will be in Autzen Stadium for the annual Spring Game on Saturday.

Dontae Manning working to earn starting CB job Dontae Manning working to earn starting CB job 247SPORTS.COM Oregon cornerback Dontae Manning hopes to make the most of his fourth season with the Ducks.

Will Oregon Seal the Deal With QB Luke Moga? Talented Arizona passer set to unveil commitment next week. One of Oregon's top quarterback targets in the 2024 class is almost ready to come off the board. Phoenix (Ariz.) Sunnyslope quarterback Luke Moga had set a commitment date of Friday April 28, just the day before Oregon's spring game. https://www.star-telegram.com/sports/college/article274630531.html#storylink=rss

More smoke? Here is something that I came across when perusing through articles. Who knows the validity about anything until GK speaks up. I do have to say Apple does have deep pockets, but tier one rights to the games? APPLE EMERGING AS POSSIBLE LEADER TO LAND PAC-12 MEDIA RIGHTS Williams: Apple TV wants 'entire tier one package' of Pac-12 media rights | SuperWest Sports SUPERWESTSPORTS.COM Williams: Apple TV wants 'entire tier one package' of Pac-12 media rights I agree with the CU Chancellor about the contract length, but, if possible, no more than five years. If it goes beyond that there should be an easy out clause. The conference shoots for getting the conference back up to 12 members. It seems SDSU and SMU are the top two. There's not a whole lot schools out there to pull into the conference. Tulane maybe? High ranking university on the side of education.

Oregon basketball lands commitment from ASU starting wing Devan Cambridge The Oregon Duck men's basketball program has made its first addition to its roster via the Transfer Portal this offseason. After completing an official visit to Oregon this weekend, Arizona State senior wing Devan Cambridge told DuckTerritory.com he's committed to the Ducks. "Really just having the core coming back, Dante, Couisnard, Keeshawn, the AA point guard [Jackson Shelstad] coming in, coach just wanted me to be that leader," Cambridge said of his decision to commit to the Ducks. "Having that older presence, being a winner. I could just see it, the style of play, what he wanted me to do, I could do that. I can take my game to the next level and get to the pros." Oregon basketball lands commitment from ASU starting wing Devan Cambridge 247SPORTS.COM The Oregon Duck men's basketball program has scored a commitment from a starter off an NCAA Tournament team this past season.

Studying defense has helped Carlos Locklyn take Oregon RB room to next level The focus this spring for Carlos Locklyn — the Oregon Ducks’ running backs coach — goes beyond getting players in playing shape. He wants every single person in the running backs room to feel the desire to learn and get better, including himself. “You gotta learn every day,” Locklyn said. “I always tell my guys ‘Don’t ever let your cup get too full.’ You always pick up some knowledge, some things from wherever you go.” Oregon Football: Ducks’ running backs coach works to improve for 2023 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM “Obviously, we’ve got some of the best defensive minds in college football here, so I’m learning every day.”

4-star QB Michael Van Buren puts Ducks among top 3 schools On Friday, Van Buren announced his final three schools that he will be deciding between: Oregon Ducks, Penn State Nittany Lions, and Maryland Terrapins. Oregon Recruiting: Ducks in top 3 schools for 4-star Michael Van Buren DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Michael Van Buren, the No. 11 QB in the 2024 class, is down to three schools in his recruitment.

Torres’ Take: The Latest in Oregon Football Recruiting Recruiting intel and notes ahead of the big spring game next weekend. The spring game is next weekend, which means Oregon will host its most impressive group of visitors all year. The only weekend that comes close to matching that level of talent is the Saturday night live camp, typically held every year in Eugene at the end of July. All eyes are on next weekend and the potential for some serious fireworks, but there's plenty to talk about this weekend. Here are some of my thoughts and what I'm hearing on top Oregon targets. https://www.star-telegram.com/sports/college/article274584416.html#storylink=rss

Oregon lands verbal from Georgia guard Kario Oquendo Going through the college recruiting process a third time with guard Kario Oquendo, the Oregon Duck men's basketball program has sealed the deal and landed a verbal commitment from a top-level athlete out of the SEC. Oquendo informed DuckTerritory on Friday he committed to the Oregon Ducks after taking an official visit to Eugene. The 6-foot-4 guard will come to Oregon having a really good relationship with the staff. "They were really consistent in the recruiting process and what their plan was for me," Oquendo said of why he chose the Ducks. Oregon lands verbal from Georgia guard Kario Oquendo 247SPORTS.COM The Oregon Duck men's basketball program has added a transfer from the SEC.

Leadership becoming top priority for Bucky Irving, Noah Whittington in year two with Ducks Oregon Football: Leadership now key for Bucky Irving, Noah Whittington DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Bucky Irving and Noah Whittington were newcomers last season, but now as vets, they are learning how to lead off the field as well.

Carlos Locklyn looking for leadership and mentorship from Bucky Irving and Noah Whittington Carlos Locklyn looking for leadership and mentorship from Bucky Irving and Noah Whittington 247SPORTS.COM Bucky Irving and Noah Whitting are back at Oregon for their second seasons, and the duo will make up one of the best running back tandems in the country. Where do they look

Jahlil Florence repping at nickel this spring: 'We want as many corners on the field as possible' Jahlil Florence remembers taking in the totality of the Autzen crowd for the first time when Dont'e Thornton raced past him for a long touchdown. That pass connection came in last year's spring game and isn't a play he'll soon forget. "That really woke me up," Florence admits. "People see all the fans and get a lot of anxiety, but just calm down, it's the same game you've played your whole life." Jahlil Florence repping at nickel this spring: 'We want as many corners on the field as possible' 247SPORTS.COM Oregon sophomore Jahlil Florence has been working at nickel this spring in an effort to find a bigger role this fall.

WATCH: Ajani Cornelius breaks down decision to come to Oregon

WATCH: Oregon RB Coach Carlos Locklyn has high expectations for RB room Everything RB coach Carlos Locklyn said following Oregon's 10th spring practice - Transcript Everything RB coach Carlos Locklyn said following Oregon's 10th spring practice 247SPORTS.COM Here's a complete transcript from RB coach Carlos Locklyn's press conference.

Redshirt freshman S Trejon Williams, former 4-star recruit, no longer with Oregon program Oregon Football: Safety Trejon Williams no longer with the Ducks DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Redshirt freshman Trejon Williams is no longer with the Oregon program. He was a 4-star recruit but played 0 snaps in 2022.

Oregon QB Target Michael Van Buren Teases News Following Trip to Eugene Over the weekend thought, one of Oregon's top targets in the 2024 class, Michael Van Buren (No. 11 QB on 247Sports Composite) from Baltimore (Md.) St. Frances Academy, made the cross-country trip to Eugene for an unofficial visit. This was an interesting trip not only because he's from a national powerhouse program, but also because the Ducks are trending for Phoenix (Ariz.) Sunnyslope quarterback Luke Moga ahead of his commitment on April 28. Timing plays a big factor in recruiting and it could be playing into Oregon's favor with a big run on the recruiting trail expected this spring. This past weekend's trip was Van Buren's second of the year after he was on campus in January. Following the trip the talented quarterback teased news that will come out on Friday. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/college/article274540001.html#storylink=rss

Reveiwing the Oregon Ducks' Football Power Index ranking since 2005 Life for an Oregon Duck fan has been quite eventful over the past couple of decades. After going for decades as a relatively irrelevant team on the national landscape, Mike Bellotti turned things around at the start of the Melinium and a rise to prominence quickly followed. The start of the 2010s brought multiple trips to the National Championship game and a pair of Rose Bowl victories, but Oregon has also seen brutal losses at the hands of Auburn and Ohio State, as well as a 4-win season that ended in no bowl game and a fired coach just years later. This past week, ESPN published its updated Football Power Index (FPI) which measures team strength based on 20,000 simulations as explained on their website. This year the Ducks have the following preseason FPI ratings: Oregon Football: Reveiwing the Ducks’ FPI ranking since 2005 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The Ducks are rated prominently in terms of FPI this offseason. How does that compare to the past couple of decades?

'I wish I did it earlier;' Jamal Hill discusses move from safety to linebacker Oregon Football: Ducks Defender Moves from Safety to Linebacker DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Jamal Hill is transitioning from safety to linebacker for the Ducks this year, and so far he’s loving the move.