NJDuck Moderator No. 1 Share Posted September 21 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. 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 September 21 Top 7 burning questions the Oregon Ducks must answer after Week 4 bye Top 7 burning questions for Oregon Ducks to answer after Week 4 bye DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A look at some of the biggest questions that Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks have to answer coming out of the Week 4 bye. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 3 Share Posted September 21 Did No. 9 Oregon Ducks turn the corner with B1G play on the horizon?: Talkin’ Ducks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 4 Share Posted September 21 Oregon Football: Offensive Line Stat Analysis Looking at the numbers for Oregon’s offensive line after a tumultuous first three games. Offensive Line Pass Error Rates Player Idaho Boise State Oregon State Season 76 - Josh Conerly Jr. 12.82% 12.50% 0.00% 9.20% 50 - Nishad Strother N/A 5.88% 0.00% 2.44% 70 - Charlie Pickard 12.82% 10.00% N/A 12.24% 72 - Iapani Laloulu 20.51% 0.00% 0.00% 9.52% 55 - Marcus Harper II 10.26% 16.67% 8.33% 11.49% 65 - Ajani Cornelius 12.82% 12.50% 12.50% 12.64% Team 13.85% 10.00% 4.17% 10.11% Offensive Line Run Error Rates Player Idaho Boise State Oregon State Season 76 - Josh Conerly Jr. 3.13% 6.67% 20.83% 9.30% 50 - Nishad Strother N/A 5.00% 16.67% 11.36% 70 - Charlie Pickard 15.63% 23.08% #DIV/0! 17.78% 72 - Iapani Laloulu 31.25% 14.81% 20.83% 22.89% 55 - Marcus Harper II 21.88% 26.67% 16.67% 22.09% 65 - Ajani Cornelius 25.00% 13.33% 4.17% 15.12% Team 19.38% 14.67% 15.83% 16.74% Offensive Line Total Error Rates Player Idaho Boise State Oregon State Season 76 - Josh Conerly Jr. 7.79% 8.47% 11.76% 9.09% 50 - Nishad Strother N/A 5.13% 7.84% 6.67% 70 - Charlie Pickard 12.99% 15.38% N/A 13.59% 72 - Iapani Laloulu 23.38% 7.55% 13.73% 16.02% 55 - Marcus Harper II 14.29% 20.34% 11.76% 15.51% 65 - Ajani Cornelius 18.18% 11.86% 9.80% 13.90% Team 15.32% 11.53% 10.98% 12.94% Taking all of this data into account, we can see that over the first three weeks the offensive line’s performance is trending in the right direction. Unfortunately, they still have a lot of work to do to reach the Oregon championship standard of consistently being below a 10% error rate. Oregon Football: Offensive Line Stat Analysis WWW.ADDICTEDTOQUACK.COM Looking at the numbers for Oregon’s offensive line after a tumultuous first three games. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 5 Share Posted September 22 Oregon football favored by 3 touchdowns at UCLA Oregon football favored by 3 touchdowns at UCLA WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The Ducks are 23.5-point favorites against the Bruins on Saturday, according to FanDuel. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 6 Share Posted September 23 Football: Offensive Skill and Defender Statistical Analysis Examining the performance of the Ducks runners, catchers, and defenders during the first three games. With an early bye week I took the opportunity to look at the statistical performance of the players Ducks’ offensive line so far this season. Today, I will take a similar look at the skill positions on offense, as well the defense. With #2 Gary Bryant Jr. still recovering from injury, Oregon’s passing game has primarily gone through receivers #1 Traeshon Holden, #7 Evan Steward, #15 Tez Johnson, and TE #3 Terrance Ferguson (who has more targets than the other TEs combined). There have been other targeted receivers (particularly the other TEs and the RBs) but no other pass catchers have been targeted enough for a decent sample size in the first three games. Football: Offensive Skill and Defender Statistical Analysis WWW.ADDICTEDTOQUACK.COM Examining the performance of the Ducks runners, catchers, and defenders during the first three games. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 7 Share Posted September 23 What the Bruins think of their own team through 3 games. It's Not Just About Execution 247SPORTS.COM After three games, it seems that this UCLA team's capability of winning is dependent so much on a very high level of execution, but for it to have any kind of success this season it's going to... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 8 Share Posted September 23 Ducks Wire has a slightly different but still 3 TD+ spread for OBD. Oregon Ducks open as three-score favorites over UCLA Bruins DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The Ducks are sizable favorites going into their Big Ten debut against the UCLA Bruins. The Bruins put up a good first-half fight in Baton Rogue but lack of depth and talent showed in the 2nd half. Oregon should wear down the Bruins but I don't like a line this large for a team going on the road that has not covered twice this season. With Michigan State coming to Autzen a week from Friday followed up with a visit by the Buckeyes, I think Danno will want to play more guys and rest his starters rather than blow out UCLA. Blast the Bruins! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 9 Share Posted September 23 Oregon's 1st B1G Game is B1G After Dark. The B1G storylines for Week 5: Can Illinois do it again? SATURDAYTRADITION.COM We break down the key storylines for the B1G's best games in Week 5. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 10 Share Posted September 23 Know the Foe: Five UCLA Bruin players to know The eighth-ranked Oregon Ducks will hit the road for the second time this season when they take on UCLA at the Rose Bowl this Saturday at 8 PM. Here are five UCLA players to know entering the game. Know the Foe: Five UCLA Bruin players to know 247SPORTS.COM The eighth-ranked Oregon Ducks will hit the road for the second time this season when they take on UCLA at the Rose Bowl this Saturday at 8 PM. Here are five UCLA players to know entering... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 11 Share Posted September 23 ScoopDuck RoundTable: Surprise Storyline vs UCLA ScoopDuck RoundTable: Surprise Storyline vs UCLA - On3 WWW.ON3.COM What will be one of the surprise storylines from this weekends game with UCLA? Here are our predictions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 12 Share Posted September 24 Where the Ducks' Offense and defense rank nationally after 4 weeks Oregon Ducks offensive statistics ranked nationally after Week 4 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A look at where the Oregon Ducks offense ranks nationally in some key statistics after the Week 4 bye. Oregon Ducks defensive statistics ranked nationally after Week 4 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A look at where the Oregon Ducks defense ranks nationally in some key statistics after the bye week. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 13 Share Posted September 24 Why Oregon Ducks Coach Dan Lanning Is Impressed With UCLA Bruins: Preview The No. 8 Oregon Ducks are set for their Big Ten conference debut against a familiar opponent, the UCLA Bruins. Oregon coach Dan Lanning is not overlooking the Bruins. Coach Lanning preview UCLA's unique defense and "athletic" quarterback Ethan Garbers. Why Oregon Ducks Coach Dan Lanning Is Impressed With UCLA Bruins: Preview WWW.SI.COM EUGENE- After a bye week focused on development and recruiting, the No. 8 Oregon Ducks are back and preparing for their Big Ten conference debut. This Saturday, Dan Lanning hammers Oregon's need to play clean football coming off bye week Dan Lanning hammers Oregon’s need to play clean football coming off bye week SATURDAYTRADITION.COM Dan Lanning knows Oregon needs to avoid dumb penalties to reach its full potential. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 14 Share Posted September 24 Know the foe: The 10 best recruits on UCLA's roster Here is a recap of UCLA and the best recruits on its 2024 roster. The Oregon Ducks and Bruins will play on Saturday at the Rose Bowl. Know the foe: The 10 best recruits on UCLA's roster 247SPORTS.COM Here is a recap of UCLA and the best recruits on its 2024 roster. The Oregon Ducks and Bruins will play on Saturday at the Rose Bowl. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 15 Share Posted September 24 Previewing Oregon's Schedule: UCLA Previewing Oregon's Schedule: UCLA - On3 WWW.ON3.COM Oregon draws a Week 5 matchup against the UCLA Bruins to kick off Big Ten play in the 2024 season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 16 Share Posted September 24 ScoopDuck Roundtable: Breakout Player of the Game vs UCLA ScoopDuck Roundtable: Breakout Player of the Game vs UCLA - On3 WWW.ON3.COM We take a look at which Oregon players could emerge as Oregon takes on UCLA this Saturday in Los Angeles. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smith72 Moderator No. 17 Share Posted September 25 QB Dillon Gabriel responds to OK coach and the Ducks during bye week. Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel Addresses Oklahoma Brent Venables' Comments WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel spoke today about being at Oregon, his time at Oklahoma, how the Ducks handled their bye week, and looked ahead to the U Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 18 Share Posted September 25 Previewing the UCLA Bruins defense ahead of Week 5 game vs. Oregon Ducks Previewing the UCLA Bruins defense ahead of Week 5 game vs. Oregon DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM UCLA’s strength is the defense, but it needs some help from the offense to stay off the field and not wear down late in games. Previewing the UCLA Bruins offense ahead of Week 5 game vs. Oregon Ducks Previewing the UCLA Bruins offense ahead of Week 5 game vs. Oregon Ducks DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM UCLA’s offense is off to a slow start, but offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is looking to turn things around very quickly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 19 Share Posted September 25 Five UCLA Bruins the Ducks need to pay close attention to on Saturday Five UCLA Bruins the Ducks need to pay close attention to on Saturday DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM UCLA hasn’t put it all together quite yet, but they are bound to eventually. These are 5 Bruins Oregon needs to watch out for on Saturday. From Jon Joseph: 5 Bruins to worry about? UCLA hasn't put it all together yet. Really? When does Basketball season tip off? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 20 Share Posted September 25 The storied history of the UCLA Bruins and the Oregon Ducks' football series Oregon football’s history against the UCLA Bruins DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Check out the history of the Oregon Ducks series with the UCLA Bruins in college football. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 21 Share Posted September 25 ScoopDuck Roundtable: Score Predictions vs UCLA ScoopDuck Roundtable: Score Predictions vs UCLA - On3 WWW.ON3.COM It's time to see our predictions for the Oregon vs UCLA score late Saturday night in Los Angeles. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 22 Share Posted September 25 Noah Whittington: "I'm just happy to play football." Noah Whittington: "I'm just happy to play football." - On3 WWW.ON3.COM Oregon running back Noah Whittington talked with media Tuesday about the Ducks improvements in the run game and special teams. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 23 Share Posted September 25 What UCLA Coach DeShaun Foster Said About Oregon Quarterback Dillon Gabriel, 'Explosive' Offense Previewing the Oregon Ducks as they making their Big Ten debut on the road against the UCLA Bruins. Bruins head coach DeShaun Foster met with the media Tuesday and discussed what makes the Oregon offense, led by quarterback Dillon Gabriel, tough to deal with. What UCLA Coach DeShaun Foster Said About Oregon Ducks Quarterback Dillon Gabriel WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks are gearing up for their first-ever Big Ten matchup on Saturday against a familiar foe. No. 8 Oregon (3-0) will visit the UCLA Bruins (1-2) at Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 24 Share Posted September 25 Oregon's 10 most important players heading into week four against UCLA Who are the Ducks that are most important for success today? We break that down. Oregon's 10 most important players heading into week four against UCLA 247SPORTS.COM Who are the Ducks that are most important for success today? We break that down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 25 Share Posted September 25 Devon Jackson: "Gotta keep stacking days." Devon Jackson: "Gotta keep stacking days." - On3 WWW.ON3.COM Oregon linebacker Devon Jackson talked about the bye week and getting ready for UCLA in Los Angeles. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 26 Share Posted September 25 Oregon Ducks Coach Dan Lanning 'Shares Ideas' With Georgia Bulldogs Coach Kirby Smart Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning and his team are opening Big Ten conference play when they play the UCLA Bruins on Saturday in the Rose Bowl. Coach Lanning opened up about his talks with Georgia Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart and how they "share ideas." Oregon Ducks Coach Dan Lanning 'Shares Ideas' With Georgia Bulldogs Coach Kirby Smart WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks are coming off their bye week as they prepare for the Big Ten opener against the UCLA Bruins on Saturday... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 27 Share Posted September 26 Player-led meetings have helped Oregon run-game turn the corner Oregon has stepped up its ground attack recently, and according to the Ducks player-led meetings have played a role in achieving that. Player-led meetings have helped Oregon run-game turn the corner 247SPORTS.COM Oregon has stepped up its ground attack recently, and according to the Ducks player-led meetings have played a role in achieving that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smith72 Moderator No. 28 Share Posted September 27 Three keys to victory vs UCLA. Oregon football's 3 keys to victory vs. UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl WWW.REGISTERGUARD.COM Here are three keys for the No. 7 Oregon football team if it hopes to have a successful game against UCLA Saturday. I can agree with #2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 29 Share Posted September 27 Team comparisons. Breaking down tape between No. 8 Oregon Ducks and UCLA Bruins DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM A look at the key numbers and statistics between the No. 8 Oregon Ducks and UCLA Bruins in the Week 5 Tale of the Tape. It should be UGLY Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 30 Share Posted September 27 Hef to be on the call. Former Oregon Ducks Coach Mark Helfrich Will Be On-Air Analyst for UCLA Game WWW.SI.COM The University of Oregon is only a few days away from opening up their official Big Ten Conference Season against UCLA. This is a game many Duck fans have been Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 31 Share Posted September 27 Oregon's defense will be tested by a pass-heavy UCLA attack at the Rose Bowl Heading into Saturday, the Oregon Ducks have yet to allow a quarterback to throw for 200 or more yards. They face a tough test to continue the streak this weekend against UCLA. Oregon's defense will be tested by a pass-heavy UCLA attack at the Rose Bowl 247SPORTS.COM Heading into Saturday, the Oregon Ducks have yet to allow a quarterback to throw for 200 or more yards. They face a tough test to continue the streak this weekend against UCLA. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NJDuck Author Moderator No. 33 Share Posted September 27 Oregon Ducks' Terrance Ferguson: 'Sky Is Limit' For Oregon's Offensive Creativity In an exclusive interview, Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson says the "sky is the limit" for Oregon's offensive creativity. Now that the Ducks are finding their offensive groove with better protection for quarterback Dillon Gabriel, expect the unexpected. Oregon Ducks' Terrance Ferguson: 'Sky Is Limit' For Oregon's Offensive Creativity WWW.SI.COM Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson, who may become the most accomplished tight end in program history, wears many hats for the 2024 Oregon football team. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smith72 Moderator No. 34 Share Posted September 28 I really like the throwback look. Oregon leads Week 5 of college football uniforms - ESPN WWW.ESPN.COM The Oregon Ducks' "Mighty Oregon" uniforms are inspired by the Ducks' 1997 game against the Washington Huskies. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 35 Share Posted September 28 UCLA assisting in Oregon recruiting this weekend as some Duck targets will be on their sideline. Oregon Ducks Recruiting: Coveted Prospects Visiting Rose Bowl for UCLA Matchup WWW.SI.COM The Oregon Ducks are unable to host any recruits for week five of the college football season because they travel to Pasadena, California, to face the UCLA Brui Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven A Moderator No. 36 Share Posted September 28 Rival's final thoughts and preview of the rest of the BIG games. Saturday Primer: UCLA Week OREGON.RIVALS.COM Final thoughts ahead of the UCLA game tonight, plus previewing the rest of the action in the Big Ten Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDuck Author Moderator No. 37 Share Posted September 28 Oregon Ducks close as four-score favorites over UCLA Bruins Oregon Ducks close as four-score favorites over UCLA Bruins DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM It would appear that the betting public is backing the Ducks on Saturday night. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
