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  1. 🤔 Hmm, If they're willing to pay 10 million for a TE, how much they’re willing to spend for a QB?
  2. The biggest winners and losers from House v. NCAA settlement: Amateurism is dead and the class divide grows Down to the availability of all "student-athletes" to enjoy the free dining, college athletics will never be the same. The biggest winners and losers from House v. NCAA settlement: Amateurism is dead and the class divide grows - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Down to the availability of all "student-athletes" to enjoy the free dining, college athletics will never be the same
  3. College sports power conferences hire MLB exec to serve in CEO role after House v. NCAA settlement approval Bryan Seeley will be in charge of overseeing revenue sharing and NIL deals as the college sports landscape drastically changes College sports power conferences hire MLB exec to serve in CEO role after House v. NCAA settlement approval - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Bryan Seeley will be in charge of overseeing revenue sharing and NIL deals as the college sports landscape drastically changes
  4. Posted by Jon Joseph: Below is my response to an article by Jon Wilner of the Wilner Hotline, I’m disagreeing with only one side of the 11-5 format being told and making the B1G the Playoff format bad guy. Every CFB metric, including the number of folks tuning in, supports the B1G and the SEC having at least 4 teams each in the PO field. Viewers equal dollars at a time when CFB desperately needs dollars. Why trust a committee that had Boise State ranked as the ninth-best team in the country? Would Boise have defeated the 3-loss Illinois, Bama, Ole Miss, and South Carolina teams? Compared to these four teams, Boise had a weak strength-of-schedule. There was no explanation from the committee as to why Boise's SOS was ignored. Since the inception of One True Champion, the BCS, no team without a Blue Chip Roster has won a title. The B12 has no Blue Chip teams. The ACC has two Blue Chip teams, Clemson and Miami, and sometimes a third in FSU. The ACC, in particular, with eight conference games, and the B12 do not have an in-conference strength of schedule close to the SEC and the B1G. The CBB committee, with its disclosed and followed metrics, would publicly deal with this. The football committee decides its rankings sub rosa. If the ACC wants 3 teams in, stop enabling Notre Dame's independence. And play 9 conference games. Many 9 conference game B1G teams plan 10 P4 games, so don't try to justify 8 conference games because Louisville plays Kentucky, or because you're propping up Notre Dame. The B1G has indicated that it would consider the 5-11 format IF the SEC plays 9 conference games. An entirely reasonable request, no? If you believe Sankey and the SEC ADs weren't aware that the SEC would have had 6 teams in a 16-team 2024-25 PO field before being so informed by SEC coaches in Destin, Florida, don't get hurt falling off the pumpkin wagon. The Advisory Committee was a phony detente move by Sankey, who will be hailed as a hero if he goes 11-5, notwithstanding staying at 8 conference games. Sports journalists can't see through Sankey's ploy? They need Petitti to speak up and tear down the SEC's newfound interest in 11-5? So much for impartial journalism. And Jon, to the best of my knowledge, the NFL does not invite UFL teams to its PO. Add Notre Dame, Clemson, ASU, CU, FSU, and perhaps a couple of others to the Power 2, and what program outside of this group could win a PO? This is not CBB, where mid-majors can make tournament noise and win four games in a row on the way to a CFB title. The ACC and the B12 readily accepted media money. The media marketplace has decided on two winners, the SEC and the B1G. Harsh, but thus goes capitalism. From the B1G's POV, take a look at the SEC cheerleader, ESPN's FPI top 25. Only 81.25% of the SEC is ranked in the top 25. If I'm Tony Petitti, here's my Exhibit A(uburn.) Thanks for the great coverage of CFB, but as a Ducks fan, I prefer Petitti to follow the advice attributed to Teddy Roosevelt: Speak softly and carry a B1G stick. I never want to see Tony doing the Sesame Street act Sankey went with in 2023-24 when lobbying for Bama to be in instead of FSU. Sankey won the argument. Tony should roll over for the 11-5 model without the SEC playing a 9th conference game? I hope you are willing, without supporting the position, to explain what you believe to be the B1G's reasons for four automatic qualifiers. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti remains silent on his controversial playoff proposal. * The 4-4-2-2-1 model gives Big Ten and SEC four automatic bids. * Critics demand transparency, comparing Petitti's silence to other commissioners' open discussions. College Football Playoff controversy: Time for Big Ten commissioner to explain his radical proposal WWW.KSL.COM As the College Football Playoff world debates proposed formats for 2026 and beyond, the architect of what many consider the nuclear option has remained deafeningly silent.
  5. Oregon Ducks' Iapani Laloulu Named Big Ten's Top Returning Interior Offensive Lineman The Oregon Ducks' lone returning starter from the previous offensive line, Iapani Laloulu, is expected to be the best interior offensive lineman in the Big Ten next season. In consideration is Iowa Hawkeyes' Logan Jones and Penn State Nittany Lions' Olaivavega Idane. The Oregon Ducks lone returning starter Iapani Laloulu is expected to be the best int WWW.SI.COM A paramount strength that the 2025 Oregon Ducks will have is at quarterback with incoming junior Dante Moore, thanks to his offensive line protecting him and gi
  6. Oregon Lands Commitment From Blue-Chip EDGE Prince Tavizon Oregon’s 2027 recruiting class got started with a bang on Sunday, as San Diego (Calif.) Lincoln 4-Star EDGE Prince Tavizon announced his commitment to Dan Lanning and the Ducks. Tavizon was on campus for his third trip to Eugene this year, as Oregon continued to emerge as the team to beat for one of the best defensive prospects on the West Coast. I listed Tavizon in my Five most important weekend visitors heading into the weekend. It looks like the blue-chipper saw all he needed to feel comfortable committing to play his college football in Eugene.. On the latest episode of the Ducks Dish Podcast, ScoopDuck’s Max Torres and Justin Hopkins break down Tavizon’s commitment and what it means for Oregon Football moving forward as June gets underway. Tavizon has seen his stock take off on the recruiting trail this spring, with offers from Notre Dame, Texas, USC and Miami all coming in. The rising junior captured a state title with the Hornets in 2024 alongside true freshman Oregon quarterback Akili Smith Jr., as Lincoln knocked off Northern California powerhouse Pittsburg 28-26 for its second state crown in three years. As a sophomore the 6-foot-4, 245-pound Tavizon recorded 13 sacks. He hopes to increase that mark in 2025 as he aims for 20 sacks. The newest Duck continues Oregon’s pipeline to one of San Diego and indeed California’s most prestigious high school football programs. Tavizon joins a long list of former Hornets to play for Oregon including names like legendary quarterback Akili Smith, Tyree Robinson, Isaiah World and Jahlil Florence. PODCAST: 4-Star EDGE Prince Tavizon Commits to Oregon Ducks WWW.ON3.COM ScoopDuck's Max Torres and Justin Hopkins break down the newest commitment in Oregon's 2027 class: Lincoln EDGE Prince Tavizon.
  7. Early Enrollee Spring Rewind: Jordon Davison Here is a breakdown of what Oregon true freshman Jordon Davison showed during his first spring football camp. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregon-football-jordon-davison-ducks-football-spring-football-250546278/
  8. Quackkkk, Lets Hope these recruits stays with Oregon! Oregon lands second verbal commitment in 24 hour period via Cameron Pritchett Oregon Football lands another commitment from elite 4-star EDGE in 2027 class Oregon Football lands another commitment from elite 4-star EDGE in 2027 class DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The Oregon Ducks landed another commitment in the 2027 class, picking up 4-star EDGE Cameron Pritchett.
  9. Oregon Ducks' Ra'Shaad Samples Leading Charge For Four-Star Recruit Noah Roberts The Oregon Ducks are in hot pursuit over one of the top running backs in the 2027 recruiting cycle. Four-star running back Noah Roberts has the Ducks among his leader thanks to a budding relationship with Oregon running backs coach Ra'Shaad Samples. Oregon Ducks' Ra'Shaad Samples Leading Charge For Four-Star Recruit Noah Roberts WWW.SI.COM Currently sitting with the No. 27 ranked recruiting class in the 2026 cycle according to 247Sports' rankings, the Oregon Ducks are at a pivotal point on the rec
  10. OVERLOOKED? Oregon's Evan Stewart will play HUGE leadership role for Ducks in 2025 in WR room
  11. Yes, that is why it shocked me about the amount! Instead of a signed Letter of Intent, should be changed to a binding contract.
  12. College football's summer agenda: One area every top 25 team must address for success in 2025 Looking closer at our way-too-early rankings and determining every team's most important item on the to-do list College football's summer agenda: One area every top 25 team must address for success in 2025 - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Looking closer at our way-too-early rankings and determining every team's most important item on the to-do list
  13. REALIGNMENT: Future Pac-12 Schools Formally Leave Mountain West Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Utah State all officially announced their intention to leave the Mountain West Conference, effective August 1st, 2026. What does it mean for the future of the Pac-12? REALIGNMENT: Future Pac-12 Schools Formally Leave Mountain West WWW.YARDBARKER.COM Months ago, the Pac-12 and Mountain West went to war in the courts. Four weeks ago, the Pac-12 and Mountain West agreed to mediation talks. Twenty four hours ago, the two dueling...
  14. USC is putting out the big bucks for recruits 🤨 The USC Trojans have pulled off a massive recruiting win, landing five-star tight end Mark Bowman, the No. 1 TE in the 2026 class. On Friday, the Mater Dei standout committed to the Trojans, choosing USC over powerhouse programs like Georgia, Texas, and Oregon. His decision not only strengthened USC’s top-ranked recruiting class but also brought a major financial boost. Bowman is reportedly set to earn around $10 million in NIL deals. No. 1 TE Reportedly Set to Earn Around $10 Million After Committing to Historic College Football Program SPORTS.YAHOO.COM The number one tight end recruit is set to earn around $10 million after committing to a historic program.
  15. Ted's Top-5 Most Important Transfers for Duck Success in 2025 Ted's Top-5 Most Important Transfers for Duck Success in 2025 - On3 WWW.ON3.COM Oregon signed a key transfer class for this upcoming season and here are my five most important transfers for Dan Lanning.
  16. Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham Clarifies Comparison To Oregon Ducks, Clemson Tigers Arizona State Sun Devils coach Kenny Dillingham revealed his aspirations of building his program into one like the Clemson Tigers or Oregon Ducks in a recent interview. Dillingham later clarified his comments, emphasizing the distance between his Sun Devils and teams like Clemson and Oregon. Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham Clarifies Comparison To Oregon Ducks, Clemson Tigers WWW.SI.COM Arizona State Sun Devils coach Kenny Dillingham has won a Big 12 Championship and reached the College Football Playoff at Arizona State. Dillingham revealed tha
  17. Where Oregon assistant coaches stack up in Big 10 and national recruiter rankings entering June Here's a breakdown of how Oregon's coaching staff factors into the Big 10 rankings, as well as where they land on the national recruiter leaderboard. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/longformarticle/oregon-football-recruiting-assistant-coach-rankings--249936206/
  18. Oregon Ducks Trending For 5-Star Recruit Jett Washington? Official Visits Loom The Oregon Ducks and coach Dan Lanning are in the mix for the best athletes in the country, five-star safety Jett Washington, the No.1 recruit in the 2026 class out of Nevada. Washington is the nephew of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant Oregon Ducks Trending For 5-Star Recruit Jett Washington? Official Visits Loom WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks are in the heat of the recruiting cycle for the class of 2026, with commits landing at schools across the country by the day. The Ducks are in
  19. Sean Payton expects ex-Oregon WR Troy Franklin to shine in 2025 NFL season Sean Payton expects ex-Oregon WR Troy Franklin to shine in 2025 NFL season DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM It took current former Oregon Duck Troy Franklin to find his footing in Denver, and coach Sean Peyton expects him to continue that ascension in 2025.
  20. Oregon Ducks Leading In Recruitment For Five-Star Lineman Immanuel Iheanacho? The Oregon Ducks could use some good news on the recruiting front after the de-commitment of five-star EDGE Richard Wesley less than three weeks after he initially pledged to the Oregon Ducks. Immanuel Iheanacho has set his final official visits, with the Oregon Ducks getting the last face to face meeting with the No.2 offensive lineman recruit in the 2026 class. Oregon Ducks Leading In Recruitment For Five-Star Lineman Immanuel Iheanacho? WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks will receive the final official visit from five-star offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho. The No. 3 prospect in the 2026 class is planning to a
  21. Remembering the 20 largest home crowds in Autzen Stadium history Autzen Stadium's single-game record fell last October when Ohio State came to town. In the process, the game broke a near 15-year record. Here's a reminder of the top 10 home showings in program-history. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregon-ducks-football-autzen-stadium-ohio-state-history-250422785/
  22. The state of Oregon special teams following the conclusion of spring Here is a rundown for what the Ducks have at special teams entering the 2025 season https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregon-football-special-teams-atticus-sappington-ross-james-james-ferguson-reynolds-250419087/
  23. Early Enrollee Spring Rewind: Vander Ploog Here is a breakdown of what Oregon true freshman Vander Ploog showed during his first spring football camp. https://247sports.com/college/oregon/article/oregon-football-vander-ploog-ducks-football-spring-football-250417938/
  24. Why Oregon Ducks, Dan Lanning should STAY in National Championship contention>
  25. Posted by Jon Joseph: Not So Fast! It looks like the SEC is ready to hand Tony Petitti a B1G in-your-face. The SEC, at the end of its spring meetings, made certain to let everyone know that the 8 regular-season games in the SEC Just Mean More. For the first time (RIGHT?) Greg Sankey found enlightenment. 6 SEC teams in the Committee's top 16 last season, including 3-loss Bama, Ole Miss, and South Carolina, would have made a 16-team PO field. Thank goodness someone brought this to Greg's attention. On the field, a 4-loss Michigan team with many starters sitting out defeated an all-hands-on-deck Bama team in its bowl game. Ditto for 3-loss Illinois taking out 3-loss South Carolina. Nothing to see here, move right along. S(ec)SDD. We're the best, we only need to play 8 regular-season games to prove it. The Committee? The Committee's spot-on rankings were negated by the field only having 12 teams. We need a 16-team PO! We trust the Committee will continue to recognize that our teams' 3 losses are superior to 2 losses everywhere else. We have paid attention to our friends in the ACC and the B12. Five conference champions and 11 at-large teams is the PO format we need; it's the Fairer Way, No Doubt! I never fell for the B1G/SEC detente. You could SEC this possible rope-a-dope coming from as far away as Minneapolis is from Destin, Florida, site of the SEC's annual beach retreat. The Michigan at Oklahoma Week 2 game will kick off at 7:30 EST on ABC. Disney does all it can to aid its SEC partner, while Fox is a B1G Mickey Mouse. However, Fox agreed to move the Texas/ Ohio State game to 7:30 Sunday night of Week 1 instead of Noon on Saturday. Texas vetoed the game time move. The Texas athletic director noted that it would give Texas a short week before its next game and that on Sunday, he goes to church. The Longhorns' Week 2 opponent? San Jose State. We'll see how this plays out, but I expect the SEC will stay at 8 regular season games, and that a possible B1G vs. SEC football challenge was just part of the S(ec)ucker Punch. This could be B1G. Greg Sankey reacts to report Big Ten wants to press SEC to expand to 9-game conference schedule - On3 WWW.ON3.COM SEC commissioner Greg Sankey addressed a report that the Big Ten wants the SEC to move to a nine-game conference slate. The B1G, supposedly, would consider a PO format of 5-11, the 5 highest ranked conference champs are in the field and seeded as ranked with 11 at-large teams, IF the SEC agrees to play nine regular season games. This makes sense. 8 regular-season games allow SEC teams to schedule their way out of a loss. Not every team in the SEC does this. Florida plays Miami and FSU OOC in 2025. In 2024, UGA played Clemson and Georgia Tech. LSU opens the season on the road at Clemson. The other OOC games are in Baton Rouge against LA Tech, Southeast Louisiana, and Western Kentucky. The W KY game will be played on the penultimate Saturday of the regular season, when B1G teams will be playing a conference opponent. Playing Purdue is more difficult than playing W KY. Especially if West Coast teams have to travel to Purdue. In addition to nine regular-season games, the majority of B1G teams play a P4 opponent OOC. However, Ohio State played 3 G5 opponents OOC last season, and Michigan did the same in 2023. In 2025, Penn State has three cupcakes scheduled OOC, including FCS Villanova. (And then takes a week off before OBD comes to town ) (The B1G is not terribly concerned about the ACC playing eight regular-season games. ) The six SEC teams that finished in the committee's top 16 in 2024, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Alabama, Ole Miss, and South Carolina, could have had one additional conference game loss. And in theory, No. 8 Indiana could have played Valpariso instead of Ohio State to finish 11-1. Not ranked in the top 16, Illinois, could have avoided a trip to Eugene with a game against Eastern Illinois, and be in the playoff with a record of 10-2. It will be interesting to see how the future PO format unfolds.