Relationship goes back to 2017

Drew Mehringer reflects on what he took from his time working alongside Will Stein at Oregon

They have a link in the article to the 25 minute podcast/interview, and to hear it all gives you more perspective. For one...he is humble, and knows what an incredible opportunity he has, but he is also confident because he has called plays to two other D-1 programs before and was the voice in the booth for Will Stein.

He called himself, "even-keeled and analytical" which is important in the heat of so many big moments, so many big plays needed. He was offering information and advice to Stein at every play, and Lanning listened to all of it in his headset. There were three items (below) from the interview that I thought was important that the article above did not touch upon.

Booth:

When asked about whether he would be on the field or in the booth this year...he hedged at first to say that they will make that decision later. But later he admitted that he has a better view above, and because he and Dante know each other so well--it was not as crucial for him to be on the field. Everytime the game cameras showing Moore on the field phone and looking at a pad with formations on it...he was talking to Mehringer. So my bet is that he will be in the booth this year.

Balance:

When asked his offense preferences...he firmly spoke of a Balanced Offense being crucial, and able to attack through both the ground and air. He taught tight ends how to block, so I know he loves the running game, but he also made hay with their pass catching abilities, so he loves that side of the offense as well. He emphasized determining our offense's strengths, and playing to those strengths based on the personnel, the game, and the situation.

Bird-Bombs!

I know that fellow Duck-Buddy Mike West and I have been clamoring for more long-balls, and Mehringer brought that up on his own and reminded everyone that it is easier to complete a 50 yard bomb, than it is to create a 50 yard explosion run. He stated that we have the players who can implement those attacks, and that he would be looking to include it more in the offense.

My Reaction to That was Muted...