Pennsylvania Duck Moderator No. 1 Share Posted October 12, 2022 Oregon football program currently has 29 former Ducks under contract with 18 different NFL teams. Going into week six, 18 #ProDucks are on the active rosters of 13 different organizations. NFL #ProDucks: Week 5 - University of Oregon Athletics GODUCKS.COM Justin Herbert headlined week five of the 2022 NFL regular season with 228 passing yards and a touchdown in a win for the Chargers. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 6 Share Posted March 27 Ryne Nelson: Diamondbacks 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 9 Share Posted March 29 9 Oregon Ducks expected to contribute to MLB clubs in 2023 Football and basketball rule the college athletics landscape, often leaving baseball (and softball) as the forgotten sports of the spring season. For the Oregon Ducks, it can be a missed opportunity to see high level athletes both in Eugene and across the Pac-12, a conference that excels in both sports. It’s also a chance to see future big league stars, as evidenced by the high number of pros the Ducks have cycled through the baseball program in recent years. A quick look at Fangraphs’ 2023 projections shows nine Oregon alumni who are projected to make a difference in the big leagues this season, with first pitch slated for Thursday, March 30. Oregon has primarily succeeded at developing pitching, with seven of the nine big leaguers coming from the mound and only two at the plate. Below is a look at those nine players, when they played at Oregon, and how they are projected to perform this upcoming season: 9 Oregon Ducks expected to contribute to MLB clubs in 2023 DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The Oregon Ducks have nine former players expected to be contributors in the MLB, which begins on Thursday. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 10 Share Posted March 30 Justin Herbert may miss the beginning of offseason workouts with the Los Angeles Chargers Justin Herbert may not be ready to participate when the Los Angeles Chargers began offseason activities. The quarterback underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left (non-throwing shoulder) Jan. 25. Herbert played through the injury during the 2022 season. While there’s uncertainty about when – or if – Herbert will be available for activities with voluntary OTAs (Organized Team Activities) beginning May 22, he’s expected to be ready for the beginning of training camp in July. Justin Herbert may miss the beginning of offseason workouts with the Los Angeles Chargers WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The quarterback is rehabbing after offseason surgery in January to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 11 Share Posted March 30 Justin Herbert’s upcoming contract extension could pay him more than $50 million annually Justin Herbert is in line to receive a hefty pay increase in the near future. The Los Angeles Chargers star quarterback and the team have initiated negotiations towards a long-term contract extension. There’s talk Herbert could earn north of $50 million a season when he signs an extension. Chargers head coach Brandon Staley, who is at the NFL’s owners meetings in Phoenix, said talks are at the beginning stages. He added the talks are “ongoing,” but left no doubt a deal will get done and he expects Herbert to be with the team for many years. Justin Herbert’s upcoming contract extension could pay him more than $50 million annually WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The quarterback and the Los Angeles Chargers have already started negotiations and the speculation is he could sign a... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 12 Share Posted March 30 Ducks in the NBA: Bol Bol struggles, Eugene Omoruyi finds new home It was a disappointing season for the Oregon Ducks on the hardwood this season, but for hoops fans in Eugene at least there are a handful of alumni playing at the NBA level. Dillon Brooks has been the Ducks player in the news most often this season, although usually for his antics on the court rather than his play on the court – which has been disappointing for the most part this year. Elsewhere, Payton Pritchard is still with Boston despite requesting a trade before the deadline, Chris Duarte is still dealing with ankle injuries that have plagued him for two years, and Bol Bol’s tantalizing potential is marred by inconsistent play. It all seems so familiar, which is why it’s no surprise that Chris Boucher is posting almost the exact same stat line from last year again this season. There are some differences, namely Eugene Omoruyi’s team and the emergence of Troy Brown as a starter, but otherwise it’s a lot of familiarity in our latest update on Ducks in the NBA: Ducks in the NBA: Bol Bol struggles, Eugene Omoruyi finds new home DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM There are a handful of Oregon Ducks contributing at the NBA level this season, although injuries are impacting many of the big names. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 16 Share Posted April 2 Spencer Steer: Cincinnati Reds Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 18 Share Posted April 3 Mighty Oregon Podcast with Rob Moseley Featuring: ProDuck Tyler Anderson The latest episode of the Mighty Oregon Podcast features former UO Baseball star Tyler Anderson, whose constant striving for improvement has led to an extended MLB career. Mighty Oregon Podcast: Tyler Anderson - University of Oregon Athletics GODUCKS.COM The latest episode of the Mighty Oregon Podcast features former UO baseball star Tyler Anderson, whose constant striving for... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 20 Share Posted April 6 Marcus Mariota embraces new role as the backup QB with the Philadelphia Eagles What Mariota is looking forward to is helping Hurts, who led the Eagles to Super Bowl 57 last season. Mariota said he’s seen it all during his nine years in the league and he plans to use his experience to help Hurts. Hurts, 24, has started in just 34 games during his career and he still has plenty to learn about the position. “My role is just to provide information and just share experiences,” Mariota told reporters. “I think as a guy who has played in the league now for eight years, you know I’ve been cut; I’ve been a starter; we’ve won playoff games; I’ve been benched. So, I just really believe that I can relate with a lot of guys, and to be able to just continue to build that chemistry in the locker room and just be a voice and make an impact any way I can. But I think specifically for the quarterback position, ups and downs you’re going to face those throughout your career.” Marcus Mariota embraces new role as the backup QB with the Philadelphia Eagles WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The quarterback emerges from a disappointing 2022 season ready to help starter Jalen Hurts in 2023. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 21 Share Posted April 8 Former Ducks Playing Pro Baseball A number of former Ducks are currently playing professional baseball. Here are links for all of them along with the team they are currently with, the league they play in, the level of professional baseball and the organization each player belongs to. Former Ducks Playing Pro Baseball - University of Oregon Athletics GODUCKS.COM Complete list of Ducks currently playing pro baseball 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 23 Share Posted April 10 Pretty good company... L to R: Payton Pritchard, Larry Bird, John Havlicek L to R: Payton Pritchard, Mike Muscala, Sam Hauser Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 26 Share Posted April 11 Recapping the NBA seasons of former Ducks in 2022-23 Nine former members of the Oregon basketball program appeared in NBA contests this season. Seven of those players are NBA regulars under long-term contracts, while a few saw action on short-term deals. With the 2022-23 season now in the rear view, it felt the right time to look back at how those players performed. I've also included their latest contract information to provide an idea of what could be forthcoming. The NBA postseason will begin this week, so educate yourself with which Ducks will be playing and the role they might carry. Recapping the NBA seasons of former Ducks in 2022-23 247SPORTS.COM Nine former Oregon basketball players appeared in NBA games this season. Here is a recap of their seasons. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 27 Share Posted April 11 Watch: Former Oregon Ducks’ star Kayvon Thibodeaux surprises his tearful mother with a new house Kayvon Thibodeaux always wanted to show his mother how much he appreciated the role she played in his successful journey to the NFL. The New York Giants defensive lineman and former Oregon Ducks’ star finally got his opportunity after the Giants signed him to a four-year, $31.3 million deal last season, the result of being the No. 5 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft. Thibodeaux knows his success wouldn’t have been possible with the support of his mom, Shawnta Loice. Thibodeaux surprised his mom by purchasing a new home for her. Thibodeaux said in the video that he never had a house he could call his own during part of his childhood. Now, the family has a place when they can all gather at once for any occasion. Watch: Former Oregon Ducks’ star Kayvon Thibodeaux surprises his tearful mother WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The New York Giants defensive lineman, who said his mother "deserves the world," purchased a home for her in Los Angeles... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 29 Share Posted April 14 SVEKIS NAMED TO U.S. WOMEN’S NATIONAL TEAM Oregon alumna Gwen Svekis has been selected to compete for U.S. Women's National Team for the first time in her career. Svekis was an alternate for the 2022 WNT, but this marks the first time on the active roster for the 2018 graduate. She will join 15 other athletes representing Team USA at the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) World Cup – Group A event July 11-15 in Fingal-Dublin, Ireland. "We are so proud to have Gwen competing at the highest level of our sport and representing the University of Oregon," said head coach Melyssa Lombardi. "We are so thrilled to see all her dedication and hard work rewarded by being rostered with Team USA and can't wait to see her play for the Red, White and Blue this summer." Svekis is the eighth Duck to earn a spot with Team USA since 2013. The former Duck standout and the 2018 NFCA National Catcher of the Year has spent the last three seasons playing professionally with Athletes United. Her first two pro seasons were with Chicago of the National Pro Fastpitch league. In addition to winning national catcher of the year honors for the Ducks, Svekis was an NFCA all-American in 2018. During her senior season of 2018, she batted .324 with 57 hits, 17 home runs, 60 RBI and 42 runs. Svekis Named to U.S. Women’s National Team - University of Oregon Athletics GODUCKS.COM Svekis will represent Team USA at the World Baseball Softball Confederation World Cup. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 31 Share Posted April 18 Oregon softball second baseman Allee Bunker drafted by USSSA Pride Oregon’s Allee Bunker will continue her career with the USSSA Pride. Bunker was drafted by the Pride with the 16th overall pick in the fourth round of the inaugural Women’s Professional Fastpitch draft Monday night. The Ducks second baseman is hitting .391 with eight home runs, 40 RBIs and 29 runs scored with a .432 on-base percentage this season. In 221 career games Bunker has hit .365 with 31 home runs and 155 RBIs. She was a second team all-Pac-12 honoree last season and first team selection in 2021, earning Pac-12 all-defensive team honors in each. Oregon softball second baseman Allee Bunker drafted by USSSA Pride WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM Bunker was drafted by the Pride with the 16th overall pick in the fourth round of the inaugural Women’s Professional Fastpitch... BUNKER SELECTED 16TH OVERALL IN WPF DRAFT Fifth-year senior infielder Allee Bunker was selected 16th overall by the USSSA Pride in the 2023 Women's Professional Fastpitch draft held Monday. The Huntington Beach, Calif., native was the fourth pick in the fourth round and was one of five Pac-12 players chosen on Monday. Bunker is the 19th Duck to be drafted professionally and the first since 2018 when Gwen Svekis (third overall), DJ Sanders (21st overall) and Jenna Lilley (22nd overall) were selected in the now-defunct National Pro Fastpitch league draft. Bunker leads the Ducks with a .391 average and a .680 slugging percentage. She has a team-best 40 RBI and leads the Pac-12 with 11 doubles. She also has eight home runs and has only struck out six times in 2023. Bunker Selected 16th Overall in WPF Draft - University of Oregon Athletics GODUCKS.COM Allee Bunker is the 19th Duck to be drafted professionally. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 32 Share Posted April 20 Watch: Memphis Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks stares down LeBron James after draining 3-pointer during Game 2 win Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks said before the playoff series that he “wouldn’t mind playing LeBron (James) in a 7-game series.” Brooks got his wish. The Grizzlies are taking on James and the Los Angeles Lakers in a first-round series in the NBA playoffs. The Grizzlies were looking to win Game 2 after losing to the Lakers in Game 1. Brooks made a 28-foot, 3-point shot and then stared down James as the two jogged down the court during the fourth quarter of the Grizzlies’ 103-93 win Wednesday night. Watch: Memphis Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks stares down LeBron James WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The guard and former Oregon Ducks' star helps the Grizzlies to a 103-93 win Wednesday night to tie the best-of-seven series 1-1... Memphis Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks challenges LeBron James: ‘I don’t care, he’s old’ Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks is trying to get into LeBron James’ head. Brooks was constantly in James’ face and the two were trash talking throughout the Grizzlies’ 103-93 win over the Los Angeles Lakers during Game 2 Wednesday night. Brooks was asked if he’s worried about prodding the superstar. “I don’t care, he’s old,” Brooks told reporters after the game. Brooks’ decision to try and rattle James is an interesting one, but that’s his style. He doubled-down on his challenge to James. Memphis Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks challenges Lebron James: ‘I don’t care, he’s old’ WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The guard and former Oregon Ducks' star says he "pokes bears" after the Grizzlies' 103-93 win Wednesday night to even the... Twitter Reaction: Dillon Brooks calls out LeBron James, draws endless ridicule on social media Have you ever known Dillon Brooks shy away from controversy? In fact, have you ever known Dillon Brooks to not actively seek the controversy, throwing out asinine statements and being — for lack of a better word — borderline obnoxious at points? That was the Dillon Brooks that we saw again on Wednesday night, as the former Oregon Duck star once again found himself drawing ire from the large majority of social media users after his comments directed toward LeBron James. As you would expect, the comments did not go over particularly well in the NBA Twitter world. Here are some of the best reactions. Pro Ducks: Dillon Brooks calls out LeBron James in bold move DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Dillon Brooks called LeBron James old and said he wishes he could have guarded him in his prime. Twitter didn’t like it. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 33 Share Posted April 22 Juwan Johnson Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 36 Share Posted April 23 Watch: Memphis Grizzlies’ Dillon Brooks ejected after hitting LeBron James in the groin Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks was ejected after hitting LeBron James in the groin during the Lakers-Grizzlies game Saturday night. The former Oregon Ducks star was guarding James down the court and used his left hand to hit the Lakers’ forward in the groin early in the third quarter of Game 3 of the first-round playoff series. James fell to the floor in pain. Watch: Memphis Grizzlies Dillon Brooks ejected after hitting LeBron James in the groin WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The guard and former Oregon Ducks star was thrown out after being assessed a flagrant 2 foul in the third quarter of Game 3 of... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 38 Share Posted April 27 Devon Allen looking to dominate at Penn Relays The multi-sport athlete will compete in the Men’s 110m Hurdles One of the most famous track and field competitions will be starting on Thursday, April 27. Featuring teams and competitors of all ages from across the country, the Penn Relays will be as exciting as ever, especially with some top-tier talent competing this year. Devon Allen, a former Olympian and NCAA star, will be competing this year in the Men’s 110-meter hurdles. Allen is no stranger to this event, having won three US national championships in 2014 and 2018, as well as at the 2016 Olympic Trials. He also won NCAA championships in 2014 and 2016 in the same event. Allen is the clear favorite for the Olympic Development men's 110m hurdles and will have a plethora of support in the stands including some of his Eagles teammates. “This year, especially with OTAs starting this week and most of my teammates being in town, a lot of them have already texted me saying…we're gonna come out,” he said. “I just look forward to that atmosphere again and hopefully put a show on for my teammates so they can see what I do in person,” Allen said. Devon Allen looking to dominate at Penn Relays WWW.THEDP.COM The hurdler will return to defend his title after spending the year on the Eagles' practice squad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 39 Share Posted April 28 Los Angeles Chargers once again draft with Justin Herbert in mind Justin Herbert will have a new wide receiver at his disposal for 2023. Quentin Johnston, former star WR for the TCU Horned Frogs was just selected by the Chargers, with the 22nd pick in this year’s NFL draft. giving the former Oregon Ducks’ QB a nice weapon to add to the skill position group. Last year, TCU had one of the most prolific offenses in the country and it led them to the National Championship game, though they ultimately lost to the Georgia Bulldogs. Johnston played a large role in that success catching 60 passes last season, which amounted to 1069 yards receiving and 6 TD. Oregon Football: Justin Herbert has reinforcements on the way DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM The Los Angeles Chargers have their QB. Over the past few years, they’ve done a great job of drafting offensive pieces around him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pennsylvania Duck Author Moderator No. 42 Share Posted May 3 Memphis Grizzlies will not bring back Dillon Brooks ‘under any circumstances’: Report Dillon Brooks has worn out his welcome in Memphis. The Memphis Grizzlies have told Brooks he will not be brought back “under any circumstances,” according to a report Tuesday. Brooks, 27, will be an unrestricted free agent when the NBA’s 2023-24 season officially begins July 1. The forward and former Oregon Ducks’ star will be looking for a new team to join following a turbulent 2022-23 season filled with controversy, suspensions, fines and technical fouls. The Grizzlies’ decision to move on from Brooks isn’t a surprise. The team reportedly tried to trade him before the trade deadline in February. Their decision was sealed following the Grizzlies’ loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in a first-round playoff series. Brooks created controversy by calling Lakers’ star LeBron James “old” and indicated he didn’t respect the superstar forward following Game 2. He was ejected after hitting James in the groin area during Game 3. He had defensive lapses at critical moments late in the game during the Grizzlies’ 117-111 overtime loss in Game 4. He was fined $25,000 for failing to make himself to the available to the media following each of their three losses in Los Angeles. Memphis Grizzlies will not bring back Dillon Brooks WWW.OREGONLIVE.COM The forward and former Oregon star's turbulent season was filled with controversy, technical fouls, fines and suspensions. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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