NJDuck Moderator No. 1 Share Posted July 12 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! Sometimes there are articles of interest, but they really don't merit their own thread...Those articles will now go in here. These postings will relate back to OBD in some way. 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. Be sure to come back often...You just might find something of interest to ponder... 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 July 12 Two Oregon Ducks Earn Fastest Players In EA Sports College Football 25 EA Sports College Football recently named the 10 fastest players in college football prior to releasing EA Sports College Football 25. At the top of the list are two Oregon Ducks, wide receivers, Tez Johnson at No. 1 and Evan Stewart, No. 2. Two Oregon Ducks Earn Fastest Players In EA Sports College Football 25 WWW.SI.COM A recent release by EA Sports College Football 25 identified the fastest players in college football. Leading this elite list are two... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NJDuck Author Moderator No. 4 Share Posted July 12 Dillon Gabriel passes Beck, Ewers as Heisman favorite Dillon Gabriel passes Beck, Ewers as Heisman favorite - ESPN WWW.ESPN.COM Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel moved past Georgia quarterback Carson Beck and Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers at... “I think there were some maybe influential people that hopped on it and said they liked it on some public spaces," Chase Michaelson, oddsmaker for the SuperBook, said to Purdum in the article. "It's people we respect that like Gabriel, and I think there are lots of reasons to like him.” Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel moves to Heisman Trophy favorite 247SPORTS.COM Over the 2024 offseason, Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel has moved from Heisman Trophy contender to favorite. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 5 Share Posted July 12 Dan Lanning is far from being on any hot seat per CBS Sports As for Lanning, his rating of 0 (Untouchable) will remain just that as long as he stays the course, continues to recruit at a high level, and wins some playoff games. The future of Oregon football is as bright as it ever has been. Dan Lanning is far from being on any hot seat per CBS Sports DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM CBS Sports ranked 134 FBS college football head coaches and determined that Dan Lanning is nowhere near the hot seat at... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 6 Share Posted July 13 'What's Luck got to do with it, What's Luck but a secondhand emotion?' Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Washington among teams that could rely on luck in 2024 College Football Playoff race - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Luck plays a role in every college football season and it could be the difference between success and failure for these teams "Luck is when preparation meets opportunity." Roman Stoic Philosopher Seneca. Hmmmmmmmmm? What happens when you question Roman Goddess Fortuna, the goddess of Luck, Fortune, and Fate? The Emperor Nero ordered friend Seneca to commit suicide. Seneca stoically complied by cutting his wrists and then entering a bathtub to exsanguinate. (I'm not certain how one can be a goddess of Luck and Fate at the same time. You would think that one would trump the other. No?) Dumping on Fortuna and the Emperor both is a wristy proposition. CBS Sports has identified a handful of teams odds on to run out of luck in 2024. Among the projected frustrated 5 are our 'buddies' up north in Seattle. Luck equals winning 8 one-score games in 2023, including a PO semi-final game vs Texas in Texas. Are any canines left to sacrifice? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 7 Share Posted July 13 Speaking of fortune and luck, the Dixie media are not hitting it out of the park with their SEC champ picks. The media is 9 for 32 including 11 years in a row, 1996 through 2006 when the ink-stained wretches went 0 for 11. 8 Bama picks went the wrong way including 6 seasons when Saint Nick was at the Tide's helm. O’Gara: Looking back at how bad we (the media) are at picking the SEC Championship winner WWW.SATURDAYDOWNSOUTH.COM Predicting an SEC champ is harder than it looks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 8 Share Posted July 17 UNC? No Doubt. UVA? North Carolina to be ‘highly sought after’ in conference realignment SPORTS.YAHOO.COM Two conferences would pursue the North Carolina Tar Heels in expansion. Slightly ahead of the Pac-Who. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 9 Share Posted July 17 Jedd Fisch to Florida? Billy Napier is not getting much help in the scheduling department. Is Florida's 2024 football schedule the toughest ever? Members of Sewanee's 1899 team laugh from the grave - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Here's how Florida's 2024 schedule stacks up against the toughest of the 21st century Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 10 Share Posted July 17 A restructuring of the NCAA needs to happen and will happen. Hopefully, as agreed upon by all parties and not forced by court or legislatures. How the NCAA's proposal to let the Power Four form its own governing body would change all of college sports - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The NCAA is aggressively pursuing a new governance structure that would essentially split the FBS into two subdivisions However, should the split include a separate Power 2 division? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 11 Share Posted July 18 (edited) Exploring the Nick Saban butterfly effect, 400-plus job changes later WWW.NYTIMES.COM The impact spread to 38 Power 5 schools, 25 Group of 5 schools, 34 lower-level programs, more than a dozen high schools and 10 NFL teams. Edited July 18 by Jon Joseph Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 12 Share Posted July 18 A deserved Shout Out for the Media Saint Nick. 'Aw Riiiigt.' Nick Saban has taken to covering college football as manically as he did coaching it for six decades - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The greatest college coach of all-time has a new role in the game, and he's already thriving at it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar No. 13 Share Posted July 18 I thought about starting a new topic, but they aren't that important these days as the article makes clear to Husky fans: For Washington Football, Wednesday Turns Into Reality Check WWW.SI.COM We'll call this wake-up call Wednesday. The first alarm went off with the latest ranking provided posted by prolific... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 14 Share Posted July 18 Not a lot of love between Kiff and Paul Finebaum. https://athlonsports.com/college-football/lane-kiffin-humiliates-paul-finebaum-in-epic-roast-at-sec-media-days Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 15 Share Posted July 19 A well-deserved honor for Saint Nick. Report: Nick Saban to Have Field Named After Him at Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium BLEACHERREPORT.COM The field at Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium will be named after legendary former football head coach Nick Saban, according to ESPN's Chris Low. Per Low,… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 16 Share Posted July 19 A lot of legal fees for a lot of nothing? SEC Commissioner Downplays FSU Rumors: We Won't Slice Our Pie into More Pieces BLEACHERREPORT.COM SEC commissioner Greg Sankey doesn't seem to be interested in potentially adding Florida State to the conference amid the school's current legal battle with… Of course, I'm sure Sankey and Petitti have been warned about 'tampering' litigation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 17 Share Posted July 19 ESPN follows many other entities going dark yesterday. I hope Forum friends were not negatively affected. Microsoft, CrowdStrike outage impacts ESPN WWW.SBNATION.COM ‘SportsCenter’ was grounded Friday due to a worldwide computer outage Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 18 Share Posted July 19 PAWWWWLLL! Say it ain't so! Paul Finebaum names potential doomsday scenario for Alabama WWW.YARDBARKER.COM On Thursday, Paul Finebaum pinpointed an "end of the world" scenario for Alabama ahead of the 2024 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 19 Share Posted July 19 Bo knows the Broncos. Analyst guarantees rookie Bo Nix will be Broncos starting QB WWW.YARDBARKER.COM When Broncos training camp starts on July 26, quarterbacks Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson will vie for the starting job. However, is it a true competition? Make it so Bo. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 20 Share Posted July 21 Oregon Ducks QB Dillon Gabriel Gifts Teammates Jewelry with New NIL Deal The Oklahoma transfer and current Oregon Ducks Heisman favorite used his NIL money to gift his teammates. That's a team player move. Dillon Gabriel iced out the Oregon football team with custom jewelry through his new NIL deal (via @shopgld, @_dillongabriel_, h/t @On3NIL)pic.twitter.com/VO9DnykZ4A — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 16, 2024 Dillon Gabriel helps Oregon teammates get 'iced out' with NIL deal T.CO Dillon Gabriel is using NIL to give back again. This time he's sharing custom-made Oregon jewelry with teammates through a... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 21 Share Posted July 21 Fact or Fiction: Oregon could finish with the No. 1 class Fact or Fiction: Oregon could finish with the No. 1 class OREGON.RIVALS.COM The Oregon Ducks currently rank No. 4 in the Rivals.com Team Recruiting Rankings. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 22 Share Posted July 21 Yo, Week 7. Game Day is predicted to be in town for the visit from the Buckeyes. However, there are attractive SEC games on Saturday, October 12th. Will ESPN spurn the Foxy B1G in favor of its partner SEC? ESPN, Fox, and Warner joining forces to form the streaming service Venu, may have changed the media calculus with the two top broadcasters of college football burying the hatchet. Predicting College GameDay locations for the 2024 college football season SATURDAYBLITZ.COM Predictions of where College GameDay will be live from each week of the 2024 college football season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 23 Share Posted July 22 Gabriel outfitting the team with NIL bling. Star Oregon QB’s NIL Deal Outfits Teammate With Jewelry WWW.SI.COM Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s newest Name, Image and Likeness deal not only outfitted him with some new jewelry but he was able to pass along some custom 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 24 Share Posted July 22 Go Gonzo! Why Patriots' Christian Gonzalez has an important season ahead of him WWW.YARDBARKER.COM Entering training camp, tons of attention will be on Patriots second-year cornerback Christian Gonzalez. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 25 Share Posted July 22 At the Big Ten’s doorstep, Oregon AD Rob Mullens on the end of the Pac-12 and uncertainties ahead Bill Oram: At the Big Ten’s doorstep, Oregon AD Rob Mullens on the end of the Pac-12 and uncertainties ahead WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM Mullens believes Oregon "did everything we could" to save Pac-12, saying, "It wasn't possible." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 26 Share Posted July 23 Bo to start at QB and Justin Herbert is impressed by the play of WR McConkey drafted out of Georgia. One bold training-camp prediction for every AFC team WWW.YARDBARKER.COM NFL training camps finally get into full swing this week, with veterans from all teams reporting by Wednesday. In the AFC, major questions hang over several teams. With that in mind, here... Will Justin thrive under Harbaugh? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 27 Share Posted July 23 I want some hot seats baby this evening, I want some hot seats baby tonight! College football coaches on the hot seat in 2024 WWW.YARDBARKER.COM College football is a win-now business. There's too much money at stake to plod through losing seasons. Here are four coaches who could be feeling the heat in 2024. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
woundedknees No. 28 Share Posted July 23 On 7/13/2024 at 11:05 AM, Jon Joseph said: 'What's Luck got to do with it, What's Luck but a secondhand emotion?' Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Washington among teams that could rely on luck in 2024 College Football Playoff race - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Luck plays a role in every college football season and it could be the difference between success and failure for these teams "Luck is when preparation meets opportunity." Roman Stoic Philosopher Seneca. Hmmmmmmmmm? What happens when you question Roman Goddess Fortuna, the goddess of Luck, Fortune, and Fate? The Emperor Nero ordered friend Seneca to commit suicide. Seneca stoically complied by cutting his wrists and then entering a bathtub to exsanguinate. (I'm not certain how one can be a goddess of Luck and Fate at the same time. You would think that one would trump the other. No?) Dumping on Fortuna and the Emperor both is a wristy proposition. CBS Sports has identified a handful of teams odds on to run out of luck in 2024. Among the projected frustrated 5 are our 'buddies' up north in Seattle. Luck equals winning 8 one-score games in 2023, including a PO semi-final game vs Texas in Texas. Are any canines left to sacrifice? I see what you did there, Jon. Remember, Fortuna was a deadly combination, a woman and a goddess, subject to an unknowable (nee, capricious) turn of a whim. Much like the turn of a knife, luck cuts both ways, hence, Orebon's two humiliating, indeed, frustrating. Losses to the fuzzkies, followed by U Duh's I'll fated meeting with MeatChicken... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smith72 Moderator No. 29 Share Posted July 24 Six new rules for the 2024 football season. Learn about the 6 new NCAA rules ahead of the 2024 football season AUTZENZOO.COM Before you commit the Oregon Ducks' 2024 schedule and depth chart to memory, learn about the six newest rules that you'll see play out in college football. More and more like the NFL. Not necessarily a bad thing. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 30 Share Posted July 24 Oregon Football Tight End Terrance Ferguson Proposes to High School Sweetheart Before the start of Oregon Ducks football fall camp, tight end Terrance Ferguson gets down on one knee to propose to his high school sweetheart. Oregon Football Tight End Terrance Ferguson Proposes to High School Sweetheart WWW.SI.COM Before the start of Oregon Ducks football fall camp, tight end Terrance Ferguson gets down on one knee to propose to his high school sweetheart. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 31 Share Posted July 24 Big Ten Daily (July 24): Paul Finebaum Makes Ridiculous Comment on Ryan Day's Job Should Ryan Day be fired if Ohio State loses to Michigan in 2024? SEC Network's Paul Finebaum was very critical of Day's lack of success against the Wolverines. Big Ten Daily (July 24): Paul Finebaum Makes Ridiculous Comment on Ryan Day's Job WWW.SI.COM Should Ryan Day be fired if Ohio State loses to Michigan in 2024? SEC Network's Paul Finebaum was very critical of Day's lack of success against the Wolverines. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 32 Share Posted July 25 In this instance, I am Sane. Does GameDay need a wrestling promoter on the set? Hello Big Noon. Unfortunately for sane fans, Pat McAfee is returning to ESPN’s College GameDay SATURDAYBLITZ.COM To the dismay of sane fans who like to enjoy a relaxing morning coffee with the show that can start as early as 6 a.m., Pat McAfee is returning to College GameD Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUCKED No. 33 Share Posted July 25 On 7/13/2024 at 11:05 AM, Jon Joseph said: 'What's Luck got to do with it, What's Luck but a secondhand emotion?' Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Washington among teams that could rely on luck in 2024 College Football Playoff race - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Luck plays a role in every college football season and it could be the difference between success and failure for these teams "Luck is when preparation meets opportunity." Roman Stoic Philosopher Seneca. Hmmmmmmmmm? What happens when you question Roman Goddess Fortuna, the goddess of Luck, Fortune, and Fate? The Emperor Nero ordered friend Seneca to commit suicide. Seneca stoically complied by cutting his wrists and then entering a bathtub to exsanguinate. (I'm not certain how one can be a goddess of Luck and Fate at the same time. You would think that one would trump the other. No?) Dumping on Fortuna and the Emperor both is a wristy proposition. CBS Sports has identified a handful of teams odds on to run out of luck in 2024. Among the projected frustrated 5 are our 'buddies' up north in Seattle. Luck equals winning 8 one-score games in 2023, including a PO semi-final game vs Texas in Texas. Are any canines left to sacrifice? RIP Tina….. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 34 Share Posted July 26 Mari(o), you just made the list buddy. Ole Miss could face the head coaches most likely to be fired OLEHOTTYTODDY.COM When the odds for the first college football head coach to be fired were released, it was no surprise who was at the top of the list. Arkansas head coach Sam Pi You only have to scroll down to No. 3 on the list to find college football's strategic master. 2024, how about 8 and 4? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 35 Share Posted July 26 Some good news for Bo. Broncos rework star WR's contract, stabilizing his future with the club WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The WR should make life easier for Denver's next starting quarterback. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 36 Share Posted July 26 Giant, inflatable Oregon Duck mascot is getting its own bobblehead Giant, inflatable Oregon Duck mascot is getting its own bobblehead WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The now-viral sensation is taking bobblehead form, thanks to the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smith72 Moderator No. 37 Share Posted July 30 An insight to the person Dillon Gabriel. Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel Enters Season With New Perspective After Losing Dog WWW.SI.COM Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel had put down his 6-month old puppy right before media day. I appreciate the maturity and honesty of this young man. "If you don't love with your full heart then you're not living." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 38 Share Posted July 30 Mari(o) makes another hot seat list. 10 Power Four college football coaches on the hot seat in 2024 SATURDAYBLITZ.COM Examining which college football head coaches in the Power Four conferences will be on the hot seat for the 2024 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 39 Share Posted August 2 Hang in there Justin. OBD Forum and all other Ducks are rooting for you and your 'new' Chargers. Justin Herbert injury: Chargers QB hurts his foot, but he's expected to be ready for start of regular season - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM Herbert will spend the next few weeks in a walking boot He'll escape the boot and kick booty! 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 40 Share Posted August 2 The NFL is as of now, $4.7B better off. Will beer prices stay flat? (Oops.) Judge overturned $4.7 billion verdict in NFL Sunday Ticket lawsuit for curious reason WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The plaintiffs are likely to file an appeal, but for now, the case is closed in favor of the NFL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 41 Share Posted August 2 Big Ten expansion: 18 things to know as USC, UCLA, Oregon, Washington kickstart new era for conference With the Big Ten now at 18 schools, here are 18 things to know ahead of the 2024 college football season Big Ten expansion: 18 things to know as USC, UCLA, Oregon, Washington kickstart new era for conference - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM With the Big Ten now at 18 schools, here are 18 things to know ahead of the 2024 college football season 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 42 Share Posted August 4 Addition by subtraction, SC Upping their NIL game Conquest Collective closes down in latest readjustment of USC's NIL operation - On3 WWW.ON3.COM USC's NIL market is undergoing changes once again, with Conquest Collective shutting down to support House of Victory. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 43 Share Posted August 5 Pro Ducks . . . Buckner and JPJ Oregon Duck, Indianapolis Colt DT Closing in on Franchise Records WWW.SI.COM EUGENE - Former Oregon Duck and current defensive tackle for the Indianapolis Colts, DeForest Buckner, is rising in the record books. The former Duck has establ Former Oregon Duck, Las Vegas Raider Jackson Powers-Johnson Returning From Injury WWW.SI.COM A stand-out from the past few seasons, Oregon football’s former starting center Jackson Powers-Johnson is a highly anticipated piece of the Las Vegas Raiders’ s 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 44 Share Posted August 7 What we learned from Personnel & Recruiting Symposium: transfer portal, roster limits and more What we learned from Personnel & Recruiting Symposium WWW.ON3.COM More changes could be coming to the transfer portal in college football this fall. What would that mean for the sport? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudslide No. 45 Share Posted August 7 NCAA slaps former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh with four-year show-cause order for 'unethical conduct' WWW.ON3.COM . Bad boy. Bad boy. Whatcha gonna do?! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 46 Share Posted August 7 20 players who could step up in 2024. Boise QB Malachi Nesson is No.3 on the list with a terrific RB to hand the ball off to. High chance of breaking out. Forecasting breakout chances for 20 college football players on the clock 247SPORTS.COM It's getting late for Class of 2021 players, while 2022 and 2023 signees should begin to show flashes this fall. Oregon's Jujuan Dickey has a Low Chance of breaking out. Duck's 2024 opponent QB Aiden Chiles of Michigan State is rated a Sure Thing to break out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OregonDucks No. 47 Share Posted August 7 Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux: ‘It’s scary how Penei manhandles us’ WWW.YAHOO.COM New York Giants’ defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux isn’t afraid of much. He’s certainly not afraid to... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 48 Share Posted August 9 Alrighty then, students, which of the below teams does not belong? How to buy Oregon Nike Air Max Solo shoe DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Check out the new 2024 Oregon Ducks Nike Air Max sneaker. Hint, busy as a ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
