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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Rivals’ new No. 1 QB pick delivers huge momentum for Dan Lanning and OregonThe Nation's new top QB is great news for OregonWith the 2027 recruiting class becoming the focus, the recruiting analysts are adjusting their rankings. On Monday, Rivals released their updated recruiting rankings with a new name topping the quarterback rankings in Arizona native Will Mencl. Before the updated recruiting rankings, Rivals' didn't have Mencl ranked Nationally while he was ranked as the 25th ranked QB in the class and the 4th ranked player out of Arizona. Mencl is now the 4th ranked recruit in the Country, the top quarterback in the class, and the top player out of the state of Arizona. Saturday BlitzRivals’ new No. 1 QB pick delivers huge momentum for Dan...The 2027 recruiting class has come into focus as the offseason gives college football coaches time to start building their next recruiting class. For programs,
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OFF TOPICS: For Your Interest (8)
'Street agents' exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches warnAS CASH HAS flooded college and high school athletic recruiting through NIL deals and direct payments from schools, coaches and other observers say they see a growing need to regulate the middlemen who carve out a profit by putting themselves between the money and the athlete. So-called "street agents," who typically aren't certified agents or even attorneys, recruit players around the edges of the game and promise to represent them in pursuit of college scholarships or deals for their name, image and likeness. ESPN.com'Street agents' exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches...Coaches and other observers see a growing need to protect athletes by regulating middlemen in NIL deals.
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OFF TOPICS: For Your Interest (8)
Report: NCAA Considering 'Significant' College Football Rule ChangeThe NCAA is reportedly considering a "significant" college football rules change for the 2026 season. Currently, college football players that are ejected for targeting during the second half of a game are forced to sit out the following game, as a carryover suspension. It's a significant penalty. ... According to a report from The Athletic, the NCAA is considering a significant change to the rule. "Per sources, the NCAA rules committee will consider getting rid of the targeting carryover suspension this week. They also want to start penalizing the short-shorts (which are already against the rules)," Chris Vannini reported. https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/report-ncaa-considering-significant-college-145957688.html
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Eighth Win Gives Diamond Ducks Best Start Since 2014 (Press Release with Quotes)
Oregon Baseball Trounces Youngstown St. 15-6 in Sunday Series Finale and Claims 2nd Series SweepOregon baseball improved to 8-0 with a 15-6 win over Youngstown State on Sunday at PK Park, finishing off a second straight series sweep behind Drew Smith and Angel Laya. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregon-baseball-trounces-youngstown-st-15-6-in-sunday-series-finale-and-claims-2nd-series-sweep-275301675/
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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Top o-line prospect speaks four languages and squats 755, sets Oregon visitAt the Polynesian Bowl he punctuated one winning rep by doing a cartwheel and a roundoff. His combination of power, strength, agility and intelligence put him in another stratosphere as an offensive line prospect, one of one who could form a perfect tandem with Immanuel Iheanacho at guard and tackle. At 6-6, 340 he's honed his body to a 41-inch waist and 19 percent body fat, learning to both move his feet and use his prodigious strength. Autzen ZooTop o-line prospect speaks four languages and squats 755,...In the first year Ismael Camara played varsity football in Gilmer, Texas he posted more than 170 pancake blocks.
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Ducks Clinch Series With Another Shutout (Press Release and Quotes)
Three Takeaways From Oregon's Win Over Youngstown State on SaturdayThese three things were the biggest takeaways from the Oregon Ducks' series securing win. Oregon Ducks On SIThree Takeaways From Oregon's Win Over Youngstown State...The Oregon Ducks have won their second series of the season, keeping their series win rate at 100 percent. The Ducks continue to show up in a dominant way, as t
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Ducks Clinch Series With Another Shutout (Press Release and Quotes)
Duck baseball coach Mark Wasikowski earns win No. 300 with shutout win https://duckswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/ducks/baseball/2026/02/21/oregon-coach-mark-wasikowski-earns-300th-career-win-on-the-diamond/88800469007/
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Duck Softball: News, Updates, Rankings, Etc. - 2
Three items of note from Oregon’s trip to the Mary Nutter Collegiate ClassicOregon closed out its trip to the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic with an 11-8 win over No. 20 Duke in extra innings. The Ducks went 3-2 with three ranked wins and two unranked losses https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregon-softball-trip-to-the-mary-nutter-collegiate-classic-three-items-of-note-from--275151977/
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Ducks Clinch Series With Another Shutout (Press Release and Quotes)
Oregon’s Rebuilt Lineup Is Delivering Early Home Run Depth as Oregon Wins 7th Straight GameThe Ducks are replacing last year’s lost power with lineup-wide production, as nine Oregon players have homered through seven games. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregons-rebuilt-lineup-is-delivering-early-home-run-depth-as-oregon-wins-7th-straight-game-275175982/
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OFF TOPICS: For Your Interest (8)
Newest Nike Sneaker Release Calls Back to Popular Oregon Ducks UniformOne of the most creative uniforms for the Oregon Ducks' victory at Penn State, the Mummy Duck brand gets a revival with a new sneaker colorway, opening the door for a black version of the mummy-themed gear. The Dark Mode Mummy Duck VaporpositesAccording to sneaker-focused social media accounts @zsneakerheadz, @sneakermarketro, and @brandon1an, the new "Mummy Duck" sneakers feature a black and dark grey base ("Black / Barely Volt / White" is the colorway name) in contrast with the Oregon athlete exclusive white and off-white bandage design. Though an actual photo of the new sneaker has yet to be released, mock-ups shared by Women's Wear Daily detail what this upcoming Duck design will look like. Nike has not confirmed the reports about the release. Similar to the original player-exclusive releases, the expected new color wave will potentially include greenish yellow glow-in-the-dark elements like the soles, tongue pull, and other smaller details as well as the same bandage pattern, frayed fabric around a raised Nike check on the sides, and the "Mummy Duck" logo of the Oregon Duck mascot in bandages on the back heel. Oregon Ducks On SINewest Nike Sneaker Release Calls Back to Popular Oregon...Arguably one of the most creative uniform releases of the 2025-2026 season, the Oregon Ducks' "Mummy Duck" uniforms and travel gear used during their 30-24 doub
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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Oregon Ducks Trending for Four-Star Running Back RecruitThe Oregon Ducks are contending for one of the top running backs in the 2027 recruiting class. With the recent success that Jordon Davison and Dierre Hill Jr. experienced in the backfield, more running backs could be on their way to Eugene. Oregon Ducks On SIOregon Ducks Trending for Four-Star Running Back RecruitEUGENE – The Oregon Ducks are separating themselves as a program to beat when it comes to securing a commitment from one of the top running backs in the 2027 re
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Oregon Ducks Practice Reports Updates, Etc. “2026”
Oregon Ducks sent strong message with transfer class, per The Athletic https://duckswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/ducks/football/2026/02/21/oregon-football-2026-transfer-class-message/88796531007/
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Oregon Ducks Practice Reports Updates, Etc. “2026”
Why Oregon Might Already Have the Best Cornerback in College FootballThe Oregon Ducks have tons of talented players on the roster headed into next season, but there's one major name to keep eyes on at the cornerback position. Oregon Ducks On SIWhy Oregon Might Already Have the Best Cornerback in Coll...The Oregon Ducks said goodbye to a ton of talent this offseason both due to the transfer portal and the pursuit of NFL Draft dreams. It's no surprise that Duck
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OFF TOPICS: For Your Interest (8)
College Football Offseason Buzz: Indiana Gives Curt Cignetti Another RaiseIt's got to be cool to get two raises in four months! The Indiana Hoosiers have raised their head coach's salary to $13.2 million through the 2033 season, per ESPN. This deal comes in the wake of Indiana winning its first National Championship in program history in January and already raising Cignetti's salary to $11.6 million in October. Moreover, this raise makes Cignetti the second-highest paid coach in college football. Since Cignetti took over in Bloomington for the 2024 season, the Hoosiers are a combined 27-2, highlighted by going 16-0 en route to winning the National Championship last season. https://www.foxsports.com/stories/college-football/college-football-offseason-buzz
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Oregon Ducks Practice Reports Updates, Etc. “2026”
Five storylines worth tracking during Oregon spring practicesSpring football is set to begin in several weeks. Here are five things worth tracking when practices get started in March. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/longformarticle/oregon-football-ducks-spring-dan-lanning-275007931/
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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Oregon Battling Former Assistant Coach for Four-Star Quarterback RecruitThe Oregon Ducks are among the finalists for a four-star quarterback in the 2027 recruiting class, who recently revealed his group of finalists. Oregon Ducks On SIOregon Battling Former Assistant Coach for Four-Star Quar...The Oregon Ducks are steadily approaching the spring practice calendar, a notable point in the offseason for many programs around the country. But in the proces
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2026 Men's Basketball Recruiting
Dana Altman Eyeing Another Top Recruit for OregonEven with the No. 1-ranked player in the 2026 class still available, five-star forward Tyran Stokes, coach Dana Altman and the Oregon Ducks should be focused on a more realistic recruiting target. Oregon Ducks On SIDana Altman Eyeing Another Top Recruit for OregonMany might believe that this is in reference to five-star forward Tyran Stokes from Rainier Beach in Seattle, Washington, who is considering the Oregon Ducks al
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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Oregon closes in on a 2027 quarterbackAutzen ZooOregon closes in on a 2027 quarterbackAt the Navy All-American Bowl in January, Will Mencl (rhymes with pencil) showed poise and accuracy against elite competition, picking up his fourth star.
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OFF TOPICS: For Your Interest (8)
Oregon Ducks Reportedly Involved With NIL EnforcementThe Oregon Ducks reportedly received a letter of inquiry from the College Sports Commission (CSC) centered around the reporting of name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals.The Oregon Ducks were recently named by Yahoo! Sports reporter Ross Dellenger as one of a few schools that had received an inquiry from the College Sports Commission about name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals that were not announced. Dellenger also reported that Oregon's issue has since been resolved by the CSC. Oregon Ducks On SIOregon Ducks Reportedly Involved With NIL EnforcementThe Oregon Ducks were recently named by Yahoo! Sports reporter Ross Dellenger as one of a few schools that had received an inquiry from the College Sports Commi
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Oregon Ducks Practice Reports Updates, Etc. “2026”
Breaking down which schools have signed the most 5-stars in the last four recruiting cycles https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/breaking-down-schools-signed-most-192019791.html
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Oregon Ducks Practice Reports Updates, Etc. “2026”
Five freshmen who hardly played in 2025 who could be big in 2026Here's a list of freshman who carried small roles in 2025 who are capable of becoming major players for the Ducks in 2026. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/longformarticle/five-freshmen-who-hardly-played-in-2025-who-could-be-big-in-2026-274915367/
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Duck Podcasts (13)
HIGH STAKES: Oregon Ducks’ College Football Playoff Path HINGES on Dan Lanning's Coaching Promotions
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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Oregon Looking to Flip Quarterback Recruit From the SECThe Oregon Ducks are targeting a quarterback in the 2027 recruiting class, but will need to flip him from a notable SEC team in order to secure a commitment. It's no secret that in this age of recruiting, a verbal commitment often means little, so the Ducks will certainly be doing their due diligence regardless of a player's commitment status. Oregon Ducks On SIOregon Looking to Flip Quarterback Recruit From the SECThe Oregon Ducks have retooled their roster for 2026 out of the transfer portal this offseason, and it appears the dust has settled in that regard. But as is th
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2026 BIG Info, Predictions, Etc.
Josh Pate Reveals True Opinion of Oregon Under Dan LanningWhere do the Oregon Ducks and coach Dan Lanning rank when it comes to the top college football programs built for success? Oregon Ducks On SIJosh Pate Reveals True Opinion of Oregon Under Dan LanningThe offseason is in full swing as the college football calendar eventually turns towards spring practices and eventually spring games before the arrival of fall
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2027 Recruitment, Announcements, Interviews, Etc. (3)
Five-Star Georgia Commit Donte Wright Jr. Makes Recruiting Announcement with OregonThe Oregon Ducks are pushing to flip five-star cornerback Donte Wright Jr. away from the Georgia Bulldogs. Oregon Ducks On SIFive-Star Georgia Commit Donte Wright Jr. Makes Recruitin...Five-star cornerback recruit Donte Wright Jr. has been committed to the Georgia Bulldogs since the summer of 2025, but he announced on Monday that he is plannin