Posted August 9, 2024Aug 9 Moderator 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 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.
August 9, 2024Aug 9 Author Moderator Two Ducks named among nation's most important players in the CFP race by ESPN Heading into the 2024 season, the Oregon Ducks have high hopes for its first season in the Big Ten. To get there, ESPN named Dillon Gabriel and Jamaree Caldwell amongst the nations most important players in a college football playoff race. Two Ducks named among nation's most important players in the CFP race by ESPN 247SPORTS.COM Heading into the 2024 season, the Oregon Ducks have high hopes for its first season in the Big Ten. To get there, ESPN named...
August 9, 2024Aug 9 “Fans turned Colorado's horribly edited 'Darts Only' Shedeur Sanders video into the first big meme of the season” https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/fans-turned-colorados-horribly-edited-183254876.html LOL. Edited August 9, 2024Aug 9 by OregonDucks
August 9, 2024Aug 9 Author Moderator Oregon Football Tight End Terrance Ferguson's Chance To Make Duck History Oregon Duck tight end Terrance Ferguson was included on the preseason watch list for the 2024 John Mackey Award. An Oregon Duck has never won the John Mackey Award. Oregon Football Tight End Terrance Ferguson's Chance To Make Duck History WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson has a chance to do something no other Duck has - win the John Mackey Award. Ferguson was named to the watch list for th
August 10, 2024Aug 10 Author Moderator Sources: Florida State, ACC to begin mediation over potential exit The ACC and one of its most premier brands are locked in a legal fight Sources: Florida State, ACC to begin mediation over potential exit SPORTS.YAHOO.COM The ACC and one of its most premier brands are locked in a legal fight.
August 10, 2024Aug 10 Moderator Place Your Bets. Bets on the Ducks to win the B1G and Gabe to win the Heisman are recommended by the author. Betting Stuff: Top 25 prop bets for 2024 season SATURDAYTRADITION.COM How I'm betting on the upcoming college football season, from player awards to win totals to the national championship. Nice that Danno is pictured. Caveat on the author's recommendations, he's high on Miami which makes him seriously suspect and high on something or other.
August 11, 2024Aug 11 Moderator Let's Go, Bo! Bo Nix favored to win Broncos’ starting QB job SATURDAYTRADITION.COM Bo Nix is the betting favorite to win the starting quarterback job in Denver as a rookie.
August 12, 2024Aug 12 Broncos QB Nix leads four scoring drives in preseason debut - ESPN WWW.ESPN.COM Rookie Bo Nix led the Broncos on four scoring drives in the five possessions he played Sunday...
August 12, 2024Aug 12 Moderator Coach Whit says a CFB Super Conference is Coming. Utah football coach Kyle Whittingham sends massive message about major realignment FIGHTINGGOBBLER.COM We are entering the new age of college sports with realignment happening and happening fast. This season SMU, Stanford, and California join the ACC, and the PAC I agree, but it will be 40 or less teams and not 60.
August 12, 2024Aug 12 Moderator GO GO BO BO! Preseason NFL takeaways: Bo Nix makes statement; Stetson Bennett returns WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The first week of the NFL's preseason wrapped up on Sunday with two games. Here are some quick takeaways from Sunday's action, including a big debut for one of the 2024 rookie class...
August 12, 2024Aug 12 Author Moderator Oregon Ducks Evan Stewart's NIL Valuation Climbing Ahead Of 2024 Football Season Oregon Ducks wide receiver Evan Stewart's Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) evaluation of $1.3 million entering this fall puts him at No. 10 among all college athletes. Among just college football players, Stewart ranks No. 7 as Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders and Texas Longhorns' Arch Manning take the No. 1 and No. 2 spots, respectively. Oregon Ducks Evan Stewart's NIL Valuation Climbing Ahead Of 2024 Football Season WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks transfer wide receiver Evan Stewart has a chance to be special in Oregon's inaugural season in the Big Ten conference. Catching passes from Oregon
August 13, 2024Aug 13 Author Moderator Oregon LB Jeffrey Bassa makes Butkus Award Watchlist Oregon Ducks LB Jeffrey Bassa on Butkus Award Watchlist DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Oregon Ducks linebacker Jeffrey Bassa was named to the preseason watchlist for the Butkus Award, given to the top LB in...
August 14, 2024Aug 14 Moderator B1G QB Battles in Ann Arbor, Iowa City, and Other Conferences. 2024 college football quarterback battles: Iowa unsettled, leader emerging at Michigan as fall camp unfolds - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM As fall camp reaches the halfway mark, here's the latest on the nation's most prominent quarterback battles
August 16, 2024Aug 16 Author Moderator Football: Ra’Shaad Samples Film Review Examining the film of the running backs who have worked under Oregon’s new position coach. Football: Ra’Shaad Samples Film Review WWW.ADDICTEDTOQUACK.COM Examining the film of the running backs who have worked under Oregon’s new position coach.
August 16, 2024Aug 16 Moderator Surtain Love for Bo. Ex-Pro Bowl CB shares how Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix first captured his attention WWW.YARDBARKER.COM Denver Broncos star cornerback Patrick Surtain II has put an early endorsement on rookie quarterback Bo Nix.
August 17, 2024Aug 17 Just watched the 2012 Rose Bowl on BIG. Oregon vs Wisconsin. What fun to see Derren Thomas, D'Anthony, LaMichael, Kenjon and Tuinei wear down the Badgers. This will be another big game this year IMHO.
August 18, 2024Aug 18 Author Moderator Sunday Morning Sidewalk: Embracing the Unexpected Sunday Morning Sidewalk: Embracing the Unexpected OREGON.RIVALS.COM This week on the Sunday Morning Sidewalk: Reflecting on life’s unexpected turns and parallels with Oregon football.
August 21, 2024Aug 21 Author Moderator Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Signs Exclusive NIL Deal: Photos Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Signs Exclusive NIL Deal with Beats By Dre. Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Signs Exclusive NIL Deal WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel signed with a premiere Name, Image, Likeness program as a brand ambassador...
August 21, 2024Aug 21 Moderator Continues to be Mr. Class Marcus Mariota Sharing 'Gold' With Washington Rookie Quarterback Jayden Daniels WWW.SI.COM On Aug. 20, Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn raved to reporters about the presence that quarterback Marcus Mariota...
August 21, 2024Aug 21 Moderator It's Miller time in LA Miller Moss Takes the Reins at USC As Modern College Football’s Greatest Anomaly WWW.SI.COM The quarterback patiently waited through a coaching change, abysmal seasons and behind a Heisman-winning teammate... Following a legend ain't easy. Following a sieve of a D will help a lot.
August 22, 2024Aug 22 Moderator Transfer Portal was Recruiting on Steroids, the Caleb Downs experience. Caleb Downs: Transfer portal experience was 'recruiting on steroids' WWW.ON3.COM .
August 22, 2024Aug 22 Moderator I know there are a lot of Warriors fans out there, sad news. NBA Hall of Famer, Warriors Legend Al Attles Dies at 87 WWW.SI.COM The basketball lifer spent over 60 years on the Warriors' payroll. He always complained that he did not get enough credit for having a game in which he was perfect from the field and charity stripe. Seems a guy named Wilt went for a 100 that night. Speaking of which, the Goliath series on Wilt on Paramount+ and Showtime is well worth the watch.
August 22, 2024Aug 22 Moderator Idaho is ranked No. 9 in the preseason FCS poll. Puddles, peel some potatoes.
August 23, 2024Aug 23 Moderator Wanna Brew? Costs $6. 😒 Oregon Ducks' Autzen Stadium Selling Six Dollar Beers, New Concessions WWW.YARDBARKER.COM Beer, food and football. There is no better trio and the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium are doing it right this season. Autzen Stadium just unveiled all of their new concession items and the...
August 23, 2024Aug 23 Author Moderator NCAA committee proposes eliminating spring transfer portal window by 2025 in attempt to stabilize rosters The recommendation is from the NCAA's Football Oversight Committee NCAA committee proposes eliminating spring transfer portal window by 2025 in attempt to stabilize rosters - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The recommendation is from the NCAA's Football Oversight Committee
August 24, 2024Aug 24 Author Moderator Dillon Gabriel gifts Ducks with custom headphones after the conclusion of fall camp Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel gifts whole team Beats Headphones DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel gifted the entire Oregon Ducks team with custom Beats By Dre headphones
August 26, 2024Aug 26 Moderator Jedd Fisch's culture, still a work in progress. Jedd Fisch calls Washington football’s culture a work in progress UWHUSKIESWIRE.USATODAY.COM One of the most important things that Jedd Fisch brought with him from Arizona is the culture.
August 27, 2024Aug 27 Author Moderator Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Signs Exclusive NIL Deal With Heisman Hopefuls Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel signs an exclusive name, image, likeness deal. Gabriel is one of six athletes to join CELSIUS’ expanded NIL College Football Roster for the 2024-25 season: Alongside Donovan Edwards, Jalen Milroe, Emeka Egbuka, DJ Uiagalelei and Travis Hunter Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Signs Exclusive NIL Deal With Heisman Hopeful WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel signs an exclusive name, image, likeness deal. Gabriel is one of six athletes to join Celsius’ expanded NIL College Foo
August 27, 2024Aug 27 Moderator Guardian/Pillow helmet pads approved for NFL games. College probably not far behind. Guardian Caps Will Test the NFL’s Tough-It-Out Culture WWW.SI.COM Will the protective helmet covers catch on or will players fail to take advantage of a device that could help reduce head trauma? Hopefully everyone will take a clue from hockey and require them.
August 27, 2024Aug 27 Moderator On 8/27/2024 at 10:26 AM, Steven A said: Guardian/Pillow helmet pads approved for NFL games. College probably not far behind. Guardian Caps Will Test the NFL’s Tough-It-Out Culture WWW.SI.COM Will the protective helmet covers catch on or will players fail to take advantage of a device that could help reduce head trauma? Hopefully everyone will take a clue from hockey and require them. A bunch of hoser weenies, eh? Pass me another Molson's, eh? The Hanson Brothers. 😁
August 28, 2024Aug 28 Moderator "Like a Rubber Ball, I Come Bouncing Back to You." Oregon 2024-2025 Tennis Sneak Peak WWW.ADDICTEDTOQUACK.COM An early look at the returning production for men and women as they transition to the Big Ten.
August 28, 2024Aug 28 On 8/27/2024 at 7:26 AM, Steven A said: Guardian/Pillow helmet pads approved for NFL games. College probably not far behind. Guardian Caps Will Test the NFL’s Tough-It-Out Culture WWW.SI.COM Will the protective helmet covers catch on or will players fail to take advantage of a device that could help reduce head trauma? Hopefully everyone will take a clue from hockey and require them. It's simple physics. Brain damage is a function of deceleration rate, and that is a function of the distance the deceleration occurs over, ie. The distance from the initial point of contact to full compression of the helmet padding against your head. The guardian caps are one way to increase that distance. I don't understand why they don't just regulate the padding damping rate and thickness between your head and the helmet shell. Drive up the shell size as needed to achieve uniform protection regardless of the size of your head. You hear about lineman getting concussions, it's probably not because of the impact speed, it's because their head is so big there is very little padding thickness under the shell. I'm just an engineer though. What do I know.
August 28, 2024Aug 28 Moderator On 8/28/2024 at 11:27 AM, Solar said: You hear about lineman getting concussions, it's probably not because of the impact speed, it's because their head is so big there is very little padding thickness under the shell. That and getting slapped 60+ times a game. I wonder it this might work its way to soccer as headers cause concussions also.
September 2, 2024Sep 2 Moderator The QB is important, but if you don't have (name your position) you will not do well! Is quarterback the only position that genuinely still matters in college football? SATURDAYBLITZ.COM There are 22 players on the football field at any given time. But what's the one position that makes everything click? The quarterback. For me I say a good offensive line and/or defensive line.
September 2, 2024Sep 2 Moderator Some people believe Phil Knight has written blank checks for NIL... Oregon Ducks 'No Salary Cap' on Name, Image, Likeness Money? WWW.SI.COM EUGENE - The Oregon Ducks are thriving in the age of the transfer portal and ever-changing recruiting world. Oregon secured the nation's No. 1 transfer quarterb
September 6, 2024Sep 6 Moderator The 'House Settlement' Hits a Road Block. Why the NCAA's anti-trust settlement is currently on hold WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The NCAA announced a historic $2.8B anti-trust settlement with plaintiffs in May, but a federal judge Thursday says she won't approve it after raising concerns with parts of the deal. As far as I am concerned, this is good news. Billions for a 'settlement' that does not solve future concerns? Additional antitrust suits have been filed since the House settlement was agreed to by the litigants. No sign that Congress is coming to the rescue. NCAA, FILE BK Now! A Chapter 7 liquidation if necessary and not a Chapter 11 reorganization. The liquidation plan could include how college sports would be regulated without the NCAA. Different regulators, and different rules depending on the level of competition. $20+ Billion for what? Nothing.
September 6, 2024Sep 6 On 9/6/2024 at 8:52 AM, Jon Joseph said: The 'House Settlement' Hits a Road Block. Why the NCAA's anti-trust settlement is currently on hold WWW.YARDBARKER.COM The NCAA announced a historic $2.8B anti-trust settlement with plaintiffs in May, but a federal judge Thursday says she won't approve it after raising concerns with parts of the deal. As far as I am concerned, this is good news. Billions for a 'settlement' that does not solve future concerns? Additional antitrust suits have been filed since the House settlement was agreed to by the litigants. No sign that Congress is coming to the rescue. NCAA, FILE BK Now! A Chapter 7 liquidation if necessary and not a Chapter 11 reorganization. The liquidation plan could include how college sports would be regulated without the NCAA. Different regulators, and different rules depending on the level of competition. $20+ Billion for what? Nothing. It's almost like the NCAA Lawyers are only good at enabling bad behavior of the organization they have been compensated to take responsibility for. They seem hell bent on maximizing the legal exposure of the NCAA. Maybe the lawyers know what they are doing, just making more work for themselves at the expense of a gullible organization. Billable hours baby!
September 11, 2024Sep 11 Moderator DeShaun Foster knows that UCLA is in LA. USC wants everyone to know that so is Weed! USC athletics partners with cannabis company Cookies in groundbreaking sponsorship deal - CBSSports.com WWW.CBSSPORTS.COM The Trojans are the first athletic department to sign a sponsorship deal with a cannabis company
September 14, 2024Sep 14 Moderator How about Dilly having ASU halfway to bowl eligibility with a win over the SEC's Mississippi State and last night on the road versus a very good Texas State team?
September 19, 2024Sep 19 Author Moderator Ranking Oregon Ducks' Matthew Knight Arena Among Big Ten Arenas: Worst? Where does the Oregon Ducks basketball arena, Matthew Knight Arena, rank among the Big Ten conference's best arenas? The Big Ten is home of iconic arena's like Purdue's Mackey Arena, UCLA's Pauley Pavilion and Michigan State's Breslin Center. Ranking Oregon Ducks' Matthew Knight Arena Among Big Ten Arenas: Worst? WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks basketball arena, Matthew Knight Arena, is certainly unique - but is it ranked among the best in the Big Ten? Andy Katz of the Big Ten Network
Create an account or sign in to comment