NJDuck Moderator No. 1 Share Posted June 27 You may not have noticed the menu bar in the header. There is a new item called “News.” We invited you to explore this section. When you click on the word “News,” you will see an index of multiple links to sports news sites for your enjoyment! From now on, except for a very few circumstances, our threads will be just one page. Advertising only appears on the first page and we want to make as much money as possible for the site. The bonus in doing this is that it will be easier for everyone to move around the thread. You will always be able to refer to the previous thread for reference. To see the previous thread for this topic click Right Here. This Thread is for News Articles ONLY. You can always start a new thread with any of these articles for discussion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 2 Share Posted June 27 Oregon Football Entering Big Ten as Biggest Challenger to Ohio State Oregon Ducks football, along with Washington, USC and UCLA officially joins the Big Ten Conference on Monday. The discussions have already focused on who might challenge Ohio State as a leader of the pack. Oregon Football Entering Big Ten as Biggest Challenger to Ohio State WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks football officially joins the Big Ten Conference on Monday. The discussions have already focused on who might... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 3 Share Posted June 28 A look at Minnie-Ha-Ha. Minnesota Gophers Football 2024 Team Preview WWW.MAIZENBREW.COM The Gophers are poised to bounce back after a rebuilding season in 2023. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 4 Share Posted June 28 Puddles won't be shucking corn until 2026 when presumed QB whiz Dylan Raiola will be in his third season when Nebraska visits the Ducks. If Coach Ruhle does what he did at Temple and Baylor, Nebraska could be a B1G title contender. Taking an early look at Nebraska heading into 2024 WWW.MAIZENBREW.COM Head coach Matt Rhule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers are looking for a winning season in 2024. 9 conference games and you miss a conference member in back-to-back seasons, it's a B1G conference. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 5 Share Posted June 28 The Athletic with a B1G take. Who are X-factors for every Big Ten team? Evan Stewart, Aidan Chiles, C.J. Hicks lead list WWW.NYTIMES.COM Each team has its stars. We know those names. But the league is also loaded with under-the-radar players who will affect the 2024 season. X factor Evan? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 6 Share Posted June 29 (edited) Please 'Experts,' stop doing stupid things like predicting No 1 Georgia will play its opening 2nd round game in the Peach Bowl. The SEC champion, and to be seeded No. 1 it has to be Georgia, is obligated to play in the Sugar Bowl. The ACC champ will play in the Peach Bowl. Is this too hard to understand? College football predictions for 2024 bowl games, 12-team playoff, national championship WWW.SPORTINGNEWS.COM It's never too early to look forward to an expanded college football postseason. Don't these articles have a peer review before publication? SMH! Edited June 29 by Jon Joseph 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 7 Share Posted June 29 B1G Traditions and B1G Fun! The Big Ten traditions that Oregon Duck fans need to learn about DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM All of the best traditions in the Big Ten Conference that Oregon Duck fans need to learn about going into 2024. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 8 Share Posted July 1 Oregon firmly in the Top 5 for recruiting rankings after weekend surge Oregon's recruiting class is nearing the top spot. Oregon firmly in the Top 5 for recruiting rankings after weekend surge 247SPORTS.COM Oregon's recruiting class is nearing the top spot. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 9 Share Posted July 1 Bye, bye Pac-12 and you too Pac-2. As the calendar flips to July, the ACC, Big Ten and Big 12 expand while the Pac-12 is officially down to two teams SPORTS.YAHOO.COM The Pac-12 is officially a two-team league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 10 Share Posted July 1 Phil Steele - Oregon WRs are a B1G Deal! Phil Steele: Top 25 Wide Receiver Unit Rankings ahead of 2024 college football season - On3 WWW.ON3.COM The college football season grows closer by the day, which means it's prediction season for college football magazine mogul Phil Steele. I wonder what Buckeyes fans think about this? 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Fischer Administrator No. 11 Share Posted July 1 On 7/1/2024 at 12:52 PM, Jon Joseph said: The Pac-12 is officially a two-team league. I'm sure they'll put up a good fight... 2 Mr. FishDuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 12 Share Posted July 2 Many Terps fans concerned about the move to the B1G a decade ago are now delighted. Slow and steady wins the race. Maryland in the Big Ten: From 'what are we doing?' to 'amazing decision' WWW.NYTIMES.COM There’s more enthusiasm for the Big Ten around College Park than there was during the school's muted celebration in 2014. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 13 Share Posted July 5 I + I. Good news for Illinois; not so much for Indiana. Teams that are undervalued, overvalued in latest ESPN college basketball rankings WWW.YARDBARKER.COM A look at several college basketball teams that have been mis-valued in a recent early look at the top 25 teams for the 2024-25 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 14 Share Posted July 5 (edited) 1st up - the Ohio State U. Calculating Ohio State football wins needed for College Football Playoff at-large bid SCARLETANDGAME.COM The Ohio State football team has no excuse for not making the new 12-team CFP. Here's how many wins they need to get there. 10-2 with a loss at Oregon. Sign me up! Edited July 5 by Jon Joseph Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 15 Share Posted July 5 9 wins and Troy is in? This guy Kelly Ford needs to go in for a lube job. Calculating USC football wins needed for College Football Playoff at-large bid REIGNOFTROY.COM A 12-team playoff means teams don't have to win their conferences for bids. Recent calculations indicate the wins teams need for at-large bid consideration. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 16 Share Posted July 5 No. 4 will terrify the opposition, right? Not the first guy you want off the bus. UCLA Football win projections in the Big Ten in their first season GOJOEBRUIN.COM College Football News predictions for UCLA They predict that UCLA will defeat Hawaii, Indiana, Minnesota, Rutgers, Nebraska, Iowa, and Fresno State. CFN predict Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 17 Share Posted July 5 The Man of Steele predicts B1G things for OBD. Big Ten Order of Finish Prediction: Phil Steele projects conference standings for 2024 college football - On3 WWW.ON3.COM Steele broke down all 18 teams in the new-look Big Ten in his preseason preview and projected the conference's final standings for 2024. Which is nice. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 18 Share Posted July 5 Getting to know the best of the best WRs in the Big Ten Conference this season Getting to know the best of the best WRs in the Big Ten this season DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A deep dive into the best wide receivers that the Oregon Ducks need to know about in the Big Ten Conference this upcoming... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 19 Share Posted July 7 'Oregon and Ohio State appear to be playoff locks.' Knock wood and knock Michigan out in November. 3 reasons why Michigan Football can make the College Football Playoff again GBMWOLVERINE.COM The maize and blue football program is attempting to earn a playoff berth for the fourth year in a row. That trails behind only Clemson and Alabama for most con 11/2/24 - Bring your Long Johns. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 20 Share Posted July 7 Ten Oregon offensive players who could break out this fall Each fall a handful of players make the strides from relative obscurity to a key role on the Oregon offense or defense. Here are 10 possible offensive players for the 2024 season. Ten Oregon offensive players who could break out this fall 247SPORTS.COM Each fall a handful of players make the strides from relative obscurity to a key role on the Oregon offense or defense. Here are 10 possible offensive players for the 2024 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 21 Share Posted July 8 DG is The preseason QB in the B1G. But QB play in general is down this season in the B1G including the 4 newbies. As evidenced by the 2024 draft, 2023-24 was a year of exceptional QB-ing. Ranking the Big Ten’s top-five quarterbacks for 2024 WWW.MAIZENBREW.COM Transfer quarterbacks should be the stars in the conference this season. Miller Moss? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 22 Share Posted July 8 Fisch in a barrel? 'We can go one way or the other': Washington's unique rebuild under Jedd Fisch WWW.NYTIMES.COM There's already proof of Fisch's ability to build up teams. How is it going so far at Washington? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 23 Share Posted July 8 Will Oregon Ducks Be A Top-10 Football Team in Five Years? Oregon Football has back-to-back 10-win seasons and is dominating the recruiting trail. Will the Ducks remain at the top of college football for the rest of the decade? Will Oregon Ducks Football Be A Top-10 Team in Five Years? WWW.SI.COM The question is simple: Will the Oregon Ducks Football program be a top-10 team in five years? One national columnist believes so. And there's no reason to disa Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 24 Share Posted July 8 Ten Oregon defensive players who could break out this fall Each fall a handful of players make the strides from relative obscurity to a key role on the Oregon offense or defense. Here are 10 possible defensive players for the 2024 season. Ten Oregon defensive players who could break out this fall 247SPORTS.COM Each fall a handful of players make the strides from relative obscurity to a key role on the Oregon offense or defense. Here are 10 possible defensive players for the 2024 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 25 Share Posted July 8 Oregon Ducks Defense Ready For 'Target On Our Back' In Big Ten Conference, Says Jeffrey Bassa Oregon Ducks linebacker Jeffrey Bassa is leading the Duck defense into their inaugural season in the Big Ten conference with the goal of winning the National Championship. In an exclusive interview, Bassa reveals how the Ducks are preparing for the likes of the reigning-National Champion Michigan Wolverines and Ohio State Buckeyes. Oregon Ducks Defense Ready For 'Target On Our Back' In Big Ten Conference WWW.SI.COM No one know the Oregon Ducks defense better than senior linebacker Jeffrey Bassa, who runs the pre-snap defensive calls for the Ducks. According to Oregon coach Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 26 Share Posted July 8 WOW! Paul Finebaum predicts Lincoln Riley will be out at USC following 2024 season SATURDAYTRADITION.COM Paul Finebaum believes Lincoln Riley's time at USC is already running short entering the 2024 season. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 27 Share Posted July 8 From a mile away. Ryan Day predicts a tangibly different look for Ohio State’s offense under Chip Kelly SATURDAYTRADITION.COM Ryan Day believes things will be a bit different under Chip Kelly's offensive leadership, and that should be perceived as a positive for Ohio State. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 28 Share Posted July 9 Getting to know the best of the best tight ends in the Big Ten Conference this season Getting to know the best of the best TEs in the Big Ten this season DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A deep dive into the best tight ends that the Oregon Ducks need to know about in the Big Ten Conference this upcoming season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 29 Share Posted July 9 Hammerin' the B1G: 3 scenarios where Ohio State could fail to live up to title expectations Hammerin’ the B1G: 3 scenarios where Ohio State could fail to live up to title expectations SATURDAYTRADITION.COM Ohio State is heading into 2024 with the highest of expectations. However, some scenarios could trip up the Buckeyes in their... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 30 Share Posted July 9 Shoe Me the MONEY. 26 of the top 32 Athletic Departments with the best finances are in the SEC or the B1G with Clemson and FSU trying to get into one P2 conference or the other. Oregon is ranked 19th. From every perspective, Oregon is a 'Super Conference' school. NCAA Finances: Revenue & Expenses by School - USA TODAY SPORTS.USATODAY.COM Which are the most profitable college athletic programs in the country? See a ranked listed, including total revenue and expenses. Brought to you by USA TODAY. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 31 Share Posted July 9 WATCH: Oregon Ducks Star Marcus Harper II Hosts 'The Big Mark Show' The Oregon Ducks boast one of the best offensive lines in college football. Fifth-year senior Marcus Harper II leads the Ducks' tenacity in the trenches and hosts 'The Big Mark Show.' WATCH: Oregon Ducks Star Marcus Harper II Hosts 'The Big Mark Show' WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks boast one of the best offensive lines in college football. The Ducks' tenacity in the trenches is led by experienced... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 32 Share Posted July 10 Ranking college football's 10 most dynamic running back tandems College football's bests duos are up for debate. Ranking college football's 10 most dynamic running back tandems 247SPORTS.COM College football's bests duos are up for debate. I can see the why they picked our Junior and Senior backs, but look out for the emergence of Jay Harris. Jayden Limar as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 33 Share Posted July 10 Every Big Ten team's biggest 2024 trap game These games could spell disaster for Big Ten teams. Every Big Ten team's biggest 2024 trap game 247SPORTS.COM These games could spell disaster for Big Ten teams. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 34 Share Posted July 10 Getting to know the best of the best OLs in the Big Ten Conference this season Getting to know the best of the best OLs in the Big Ten this season DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A deep dive into the best offensive linemen that the Oregon Ducks need to know about in the Big Ten Conference this upcoming... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 35 Share Posted July 10 B1G teams make up half of On3 Jesse Simonton's list of 2024's top 10 nonconference games. Michigan, USC, Penn State, Nebraska, and Wisconsin. And Notre Dame in addition to SC plays at Purdue. Miami at Florida, 'The Anxiety Bowl,' and LSU vs USC in Las Vegas, 'Doubt in the Desert' Priceless! Texas at Michigan, Miami at Florida headline the Top 10 non-conference games of the 2024 season - On3 WWW.ON3.COM Texas at Michigan, Miami at Florida and LSU at USC are among the Top 10 non-conference games in the 2024 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 36 Share Posted July 10 (edited) Ohio State preview. What Oregon Duck fans should know about the Ohio State Buckeyes DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A deep dive into the Ohio State Buckeyes and their outlook in the new Big Ten Conference for the 2024 college football season. Utah in the Rose Bowl vs tOSU? if seeded No. 1 Ohio State would play the winner of the No. 9 seed at the No. 8 seed. If seeded second, Ohio State would play the 10th seed at the 7th seed. Ducks Wire is a USA Today site. USA Today's preseason top 25 poll ranks Utah 12th which would have Utah winning the B12 and seeded No. 4 behind No. 3 seed Clemson. As the 4 seed, Utah would play the winner of 5 Texas vs 12 G5, with the game played in Austin. Safe to say that Utah's opening game PO would be played in the Fiesta Bowl vs. Texas. 6th seed Oregon's opening game would be vs Missouri in Autzen. Win this and Oregon would play Clemson in the Peach Bowl in Atlanta. The 5th seed will have close to a 1st round bye but not the 6th seed. The PO format is confusing (and senseless IMO) but the folks at Ducks Wire should get this. BTW, USA Today's rankings, which should mirror the newspaper's thoughts on what the USA Today Coaches Poll (a/k/a Sports Information Directors Poll) will be when released next month, has 6 SEC teams advancing to the 2024-25 Playoff. Something that will not bounce too high at B1G HQ in Rosemont (Chicago,) Illinois. Reminder: B1G Ten Media Days - July 23-25 on the BTN, the Big Ten Network. Edited July 10 by Jon Joseph Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 37 Share Posted July 10 Wins needed for the Other Team Up North to make the Playoff?' Nuck, Nuck, Nuck. And Lumen Field in Seattle will be a tough environment for The Apple Cup? Where do they find these guys? Calculating Washington football wins needed for College Football Playoff at-large bid THEHUSKYHAUL.COM The College Football Playoff will be expanding to 12 teams starting this season, so there is an easier opportunity to make the playoff than there ever has been. Ruff! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 38 Share Posted July 10 Are Oregon Ducks Favored to Beat Michigan Wolverines? The Oregon Ducks play the reigning-National Champion Michigan Wolverines on the road at The Big House in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan has won three-straight Big Ten Titles but enter a new era at head coach. What are the odds Oregon beats the Wolverines? Are Oregon Ducks Favored to Beat Michigan Wolverines? WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks play the reigning-National Champion Michigan Wolverines on the road at The Big House in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 39 Share Posted July 10 DL Jamaree Caldwell named Ducks' transfer portal addition that could swing CFP race 247Sports' Chris Hummer named Jamaree Caldwell as the Ducks' transfer portal addition that could swing the CFP. DL Jamaree Caldwell named Ducks' transfer portal addition that could swing CFP race 247SPORTS.COM 247Sports' Chris Hummer named Jamaree Caldwell as the Ducks' transfer portal addition that could swing the CFP. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 40 Share Posted July 10 This is some clear-headed scheduling thinking. Especially an H+H with Cal that may help lower Calimony payments. And swapping Georgia/Auburn for Utah is a smart logistical move. Rob, pay attention. Why not Cal and/or Stanford instead of competitive B12 teams? And BTW, drop the game at Utah State, please? UCLA swaps SEC powers Georgia, Auburn from future schedules in favor of former Pac-12 foes Cal, Utah - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM UCLA will face regional opponents Utah and Cal instead of Auburn, Georgia I'm not sure that post-$cam Auburn has been an 'SEC power?' 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 41 Share Posted July 11 I pity the fool who sleeps on Mr. T T. 2024 college football sleeper picks from each post-spring Top 25 team - ESPN WWW.ESPN.COM Our reporters break down post-spring Top 25 teams' sleeper picks to look out for this coming season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 42 Share Posted July 11 Get ready for B1G Media days, July 23 to July 25. Danno, Gabe, Fergie, and Bassa Nova will be in the house, appearing on July 25th, Day 3. From a half-day affair on 'I can't find the channel,' to a 3-day affair watched by 50M or so fans. How sweet it is. What Big Ten football players are going to 2024 Big Ten Media Days? Here's a full list of who will be speaking SPORTS.YAHOO.COM On Thursday, the Big Ten Conference announced what players from its 18 teams will be at Big Ten Football Media Day later this month. Here's more: It is B1G! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 43 Share Posted July 12 The Big Ten's best Defensive Linemen ahead of the 2024 college football season Getting to know the best of the best DLs in the Big Ten this season DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The month of July is now here, which means we are finally entering the preseason for college football. While media days are still a... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 44 Share Posted July 12 Oregon is on another list you want your program to be on. Thoughts on Top 15 college football programs for the next three seasons BAMAHAMMER.COM Josh Pate is widely respected as a college football expert. His valuable insight sparks conversations, but unlike many others, Pate provides substance to go alo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 45 Share Posted July 12 Ohio State predicted to drop the game at Oregon. Make It So! Predicting the outcome of every Ohio State football game WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The Ohio State Buckeyes are gearing up for another exciting college football season in 2024. With high expectations and a talented roster, all observers are eager to see how the team will... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 46 Share Posted July 12 4 B1G Coaches make the CBS Sports 'Prove It in Tear 2 List.' NW's Braun, Nebraska's Matt Ruhle, Wisconsin's Luke Fickell, and Purdue's Ryan Walters. He is not on the list but tOSU's Day best beat the Wolverines in Columbus in 2024. College football coaches entering Year 2 who are facing defining campaigns in 2024 season - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM These 11 coaches have pivotal years ahead in the 2024 college football season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 47 Share Posted July 13 (edited) OREGON plays 2 of the B1G's 3 B1Ggest games in 2024. https://athlonsports.com/college-football/big-ten-football-15-must-see-games-in-2024 And plays the top game in America Week 7 vs Ohio State and Week 10 at Michigan. The Ohio State game beats out Ole Miss at LSU, Penn State at USC and the Red River Rivalry Game. Edited July 13 by Jon Joseph Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 48 Share Posted July 13 Projecting the Big Ten's best incoming freshmen in the 2024 college football season Year after year, teams like Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State, and Oregon are always near the top of the recruiting rankings, bringing ultra-talented true freshmen to the table for all to see. Here are some of the true freshmen that you need to be aware of going into the 2024 season. Projecting the Big Ten’s most impactful incoming freshmen in 2024 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A look at the biggest names you need to know when it comes to true freshmen in the Big Ten Conference this season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 49 Share Posted July 13 (edited) Four B1G teams in the 15 teams cited by Josh Pate in his evaluation of the top 15 programs which will put a quality product on the field in the next three-plus seasons. B1G: 2. Ohio State/ 4 Michigan/ 5 OREGON/ 10 Penn State. By their omission, Pate is not bullish on USC and UW. The three B1G usual suspects plus OBD are listed and re-ranked by Saturday Blitz. Ducks behind Michigan? I don't see it but this season Puddles will have the opportunity to change this narrative. The attachment is a deeper dive into the Pate's fifteen from Saturday Blitz. Evaluating Josh Pate’s top 15 college football programs for the next 3 years SATURDAYBLITZ.COM Coaching changes and conference realignments have reshaped the landscape of college football, necessitating a fresh look at the top 15 programs. The author's take on OBD. "Playing against the likes of Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State, will test the Ducks and could refine their status on the national stage." Condescending much? But this is how much of the CFB world views OREGON and discounts the competition the Pac-12 provided. The 7th most-watched team in CFB last season and a team that has been on the nation's radar for its uniforms, BCS champ game, and Playoff champ game is well known. However, I agree with the author, that OREGON will have more and better coverage as a member of the B1G than it did playing in the Pac-12. Playoff records: Ohio State 3-4/ Michigan 2-0/ UW 1-2; OREGON 1-1: Penn State 0-0. I believe the Ducks will help raise the image of the B1G. It's not like the Ducks are joining the SEC that dominated the BCS and the 10-team playoff. OREGON Football: The Whole World is Watching! Edited July 13 by Jon Joseph Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
