1 month ago
The opener for Oregon Football at Autzen Stadium was an interesting one, as an electric go-ahead touchdown from Moore to Moore sealed the deal late in the game.
Many felt it shouldn't have come down to that, and they have a point.
Now granted, Boise State has been and is a dog of a program, a total workhorse. You're not going to catch the Broncos sleeping, as Oregon knows only too well.
That being said, the talent disparity is real. Boise, as determined as they may be, simply cannot match up with Oregon skill-wise position by position.
Knowing that, perhaps Oregon was a bit overconfident? They certainly didn't need to help the Broncos out as much as they did.
#Broncos
Many felt it shouldn't have come down to that, and they have a point.
Now granted, Boise State has been and is a dog of a program, a total workhorse. You're not going to catch the Broncos sleeping, as Oregon knows only too well.
That being said, the talent disparity is real. Boise, as determined as they may be, simply cannot match up with Oregon skill-wise position by position.
Knowing that, perhaps Oregon was a bit overconfident? They certainly didn't need to help the Broncos out as much as they did.
#Broncos
1 month ago
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Oregon didn't take too kindly to Boise State players dancing to "Shout."
The Ducks play the iconic song from the film "National Lampoon's Animal House" during the break between the third and fourth quarters of every home game at Autzen Stadium.
The video scoreboard shows the Nike commercial made in 2015 that features Oregon stars, including former quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Joey Harrington, who recreate the film's toga party scene. The Autzen fans always sing and dance along, and sometimes the Ducks players join in on the tradition.
But on Saturday, when the No. 2 Ducks hosted Boise State in the season opener, the Broncos' players danced along to the song. At the time, the game was tied 24-24.
"When we seen that, it was like, `Hey, you can't do that in our home,'" Oregon quarterback Dante Moore said. "So we made sure that we go out here and capitalize and finish drives and put some points on the board."
#players #autzen
The Ducks play the iconic song from the film "National Lampoon's Animal House" during the break between the third and fourth quarters of every home game at Autzen Stadium.
The video scoreboard shows the Nike commercial made in 2015 that features Oregon stars, including former quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Joey Harrington, who recreate the film's toga party scene. The Autzen fans always sing and dance along, and sometimes the Ducks players join in on the tradition.
But on Saturday, when the No. 2 Ducks hosted Boise State in the season opener, the Broncos' players danced along to the song. At the time, the game was tied 24-24.
"When we seen that, it was like, `Hey, you can't do that in our home,'" Oregon quarterback Dante Moore said. "So we made sure that we go out here and capitalize and finish drives and put some points on the board."
#players #autzen
1 month ago
Week 1 is finally here. After all the bluster and hubbub of offseason noise, the No. 2 Oregon football team can finally put that preseason ranking to the test against regional power Boise State today, Sept. 5 at Autzen Stadium.
The Ducks will look to extend their 38-game home winning streak against nonconference opponents versus a Broncos squad hungry for an upset.
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The Ducks will look to extend their 38-game home winning streak against nonconference opponents versus a Broncos squad hungry for an upset.
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1 month ago
The Oregon Ducks continue to load up on recruiting visits for a critical November matchup at Autzen Stadium. The Ducks will host five-star wideout Braylon Clark on Nov. 14, when Michigan comes to Eugene for an important Big Ten clash.
Clark, a top 10 player in the 2028 recruiting class, has lined up six visits for the fall. The 6-foot-3 receiver from Charlotte, North Carolina, will check out LSU, Texas A&M, Alabama and Miami this fall, as well as taking two trips to Ohio State. He'll be in Columbus to see the Buckeyes take on the Ducks before heading to Eugene the following weekend.
Ohio State is seen as the favorite, but Oregon has also been involved from the start. The Ducks have not added a commitment in the 2028 cycle yet, but Dan Lanning has had historic success landing elite wideouts on the recruiting trail in recent years. Clark could continue the trend, but the Ducks will have to put in the work.
"My favorite thing that Dan Lanning has built is the culture he built and it gets me excited that I have an opportunity to play for him," Clark told Rivals. "(I have a) great relationship with receivers coach (Ross Douglas) and seeing their receiver production."
Clark broke out as a sophomore at Providence Day School, catching 65 passes for 1,093 yards and 14 touchdowns. He's already off to a hot start in two games so far this season, making 11 catches for 209 yards and three touchdowns.
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Clark, a top 10 player in the 2028 recruiting class, has lined up six visits for the fall. The 6-foot-3 receiver from Charlotte, North Carolina, will check out LSU, Texas A&M, Alabama and Miami this fall, as well as taking two trips to Ohio State. He'll be in Columbus to see the Buckeyes take on the Ducks before heading to Eugene the following weekend.
Ohio State is seen as the favorite, but Oregon has also been involved from the start. The Ducks have not added a commitment in the 2028 cycle yet, but Dan Lanning has had historic success landing elite wideouts on the recruiting trail in recent years. Clark could continue the trend, but the Ducks will have to put in the work.
"My favorite thing that Dan Lanning has built is the culture he built and it gets me excited that I have an opportunity to play for him," Clark told Rivals. "(I have a) great relationship with receivers coach (Ross Douglas) and seeing their receiver production."
Clark broke out as a sophomore at Providence Day School, catching 65 passes for 1,093 yards and 14 touchdowns. He's already off to a hot start in two games so far this season, making 11 catches for 209 yards and three touchdowns.
#recruiting
1 month ago
It's here. It's finally here.
The 2026 college football season is upon us, and the No. 2 Oregon Ducks have a real game on Saturday as they are set to host Boise State inside Autzen Stadium Sept. 5 (12:30 pm, CBS).
This will be the first time in Oregon's history that it will play a team from the Pac-12 and the Ducks are not the team from that conference. Rather, it will be the Broncos making their debut as a member of the Pac-12. The last time Boise State made a trip to Autzen was in 2024, when the Ducks slid by with a narrow 37-34 victory.
Oregon is hoping this game won't be nearly as close, as the Ducks are a 24.5-point favorite over Boise State. Dan Lanning's squad enters the season with high expectations, with a senior-led roster that is shooting for the program's first national championship.
But as coaches from around the country say, it's one week at a time, and for this week, the Ducks' sole focus is on the Broncos, a team that was picked by the media to win the new Pac-12.
#time #oregon #autzen #here
The 2026 college football season is upon us, and the No. 2 Oregon Ducks have a real game on Saturday as they are set to host Boise State inside Autzen Stadium Sept. 5 (12:30 pm, CBS).
This will be the first time in Oregon's history that it will play a team from the Pac-12 and the Ducks are not the team from that conference. Rather, it will be the Broncos making their debut as a member of the Pac-12. The last time Boise State made a trip to Autzen was in 2024, when the Ducks slid by with a narrow 37-34 victory.
Oregon is hoping this game won't be nearly as close, as the Ducks are a 24.5-point favorite over Boise State. Dan Lanning's squad enters the season with high expectations, with a senior-led roster that is shooting for the program's first national championship.
But as coaches from around the country say, it's one week at a time, and for this week, the Ducks' sole focus is on the Broncos, a team that was picked by the media to win the new Pac-12.
#time #oregon #autzen #here
2 months ago
It's almost time for football in Eugene. The Oregon Ducks are wrapping up fall camp this week before preparing for the season opener against Boise State at Autzen Stadium on Sept. 5. The expectations are high with one of the most talented rosters in the country.
That sentiment was supported by USA TODAY's ranking of the top 100 college football players heading into the 2026 season. Nine Ducks landed in the rankings, the most of any program. Led by a Heisman-caliber quarterback and armed with plenty of experience in big games, Oregon is one of the frontrunners to win it all this season, but talent can only take a team so far.
The Ducks who made the list were not surprising, but there were a few notable omissions. Evan Stewart, who missed all of last season, didn't make the cut, but given how explosive his offseason has been, he figures to be a major part of the offense again this season. Nose tackle Bear Alexander also didn't make the list, despite the other three veterans up front placing highly.
Let's take a look at where the Ducks fell in USA TODAY's top 100.
USA TODAY Top 100 Ranking: No. 79
#ranking #Football #take #didn 't
That sentiment was supported by USA TODAY's ranking of the top 100 college football players heading into the 2026 season. Nine Ducks landed in the rankings, the most of any program. Led by a Heisman-caliber quarterback and armed with plenty of experience in big games, Oregon is one of the frontrunners to win it all this season, but talent can only take a team so far.
The Ducks who made the list were not surprising, but there were a few notable omissions. Evan Stewart, who missed all of last season, didn't make the cut, but given how explosive his offseason has been, he figures to be a major part of the offense again this season. Nose tackle Bear Alexander also didn't make the list, despite the other three veterans up front placing highly.
Let's take a look at where the Ducks fell in USA TODAY's top 100.
USA TODAY Top 100 Ranking: No. 79
#ranking #Football #take #didn 't
2 months ago
The Oregon Ducks are about to see how much they can save, or earn, with Progressive Insurance.
On Tuesday, Progressive announced a partnership with 13 programs around the country to add on-field logos, starting this season. Oregon is one of the programs that will have logos on the field inside Autzen Stadium. The deal is set to begin this season.
Boise State, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas State, Ole Miss, Purdue, SMU, Syracuse, Texas Tech, USC and Wake Forest will also have logos on their fields this season. The move will help inject more funding into athletic departments to support the changing economic landscape of the sport. No financial details about the agreement were disclosed.
Oregon has one of the most expensive rosters in the country in terms of NIL money. Many programs and conferences around the country are seeking corporate sponsorships to help with funding in the future to build competitive rosters.
For the fans, the partnership won't change the experience of watching the Ducks play on Saturdays. Yes, there will be logos on the field and more branding on the LED screens. However, it's a sign of how large Oregon's brand has become, as Progressive targets some of the biggest programs in the country for more national recognition.
#oregon #programs #ducks #state
On Tuesday, Progressive announced a partnership with 13 programs around the country to add on-field logos, starting this season. Oregon is one of the programs that will have logos on the field inside Autzen Stadium. The deal is set to begin this season.
Boise State, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas State, Ole Miss, Purdue, SMU, Syracuse, Texas Tech, USC and Wake Forest will also have logos on their fields this season. The move will help inject more funding into athletic departments to support the changing economic landscape of the sport. No financial details about the agreement were disclosed.
Oregon has one of the most expensive rosters in the country in terms of NIL money. Many programs and conferences around the country are seeking corporate sponsorships to help with funding in the future to build competitive rosters.
For the fans, the partnership won't change the experience of watching the Ducks play on Saturdays. Yes, there will be logos on the field and more branding on the LED screens. However, it's a sign of how large Oregon's brand has become, as Progressive targets some of the biggest programs in the country for more national recognition.
#oregon #programs #ducks #state
2 months ago
It doesn't take much for Bailey Ettridge to put things in perspective for himself while living out a dream and competing for a starting spot on Oregon football's makeshift practice fields outside the Ducks' in-progress state-of-the-art indoor practice facility aside Autzen Stadium.
Not even two years ago, the 28-year-old transfer punter was doing that same work in Australia — using torches and plasma cutters to size metal pieces, joining metals and doing various other construction work — though not on any projects of quite that scale.
"When I look out there, I'm like, I could still be doing that in Australia," Ettridge said. "I'm here on the other side, watching them do it, playing football."
One year ago, Ettridge had never played in front a crowd of over 500, had never played in a college football game and until halfway through 2025, had not truly considered punting in America as wholly viable.
The Geelong, Australia-born Ettridge had been playing Australia rules football since he was 5 years old and started work in construction at the age of 16.
#playing
Not even two years ago, the 28-year-old transfer punter was doing that same work in Australia — using torches and plasma cutters to size metal pieces, joining metals and doing various other construction work — though not on any projects of quite that scale.
"When I look out there, I'm like, I could still be doing that in Australia," Ettridge said. "I'm here on the other side, watching them do it, playing football."
One year ago, Ettridge had never played in front a crowd of over 500, had never played in a college football game and until halfway through 2025, had not truly considered punting in America as wholly viable.
The Geelong, Australia-born Ettridge had been playing Australia rules football since he was 5 years old and started work in construction at the age of 16.
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2 months ago
Oregon football was inside Autzen Stadium Aug. 15 for its first intrasquad scrimmage of fall camp.
Coach Dan Lanning spoke afterwards, giving his ******* sment of an "overall good" scrimmage that he said lasted approximately 120 plays.
"The thing you're always hoping for as a coach in this moment is you want to test physicality, the ability to tackle and break tackles," he said. "But you also want to walk away healthy. We were able to do that today."
Here's what Lanning had to say Saturday afternoon after the Ducks' ninth practice of training camp.
As has been his approach for years, Lanning likes to get a second, longer look at what takes place on the field before reacting to what he saw live.
#coach #autzen
Coach Dan Lanning spoke afterwards, giving his ******* sment of an "overall good" scrimmage that he said lasted approximately 120 plays.
"The thing you're always hoping for as a coach in this moment is you want to test physicality, the ability to tackle and break tackles," he said. "But you also want to walk away healthy. We were able to do that today."
Here's what Lanning had to say Saturday afternoon after the Ducks' ninth practice of training camp.
As has been his approach for years, Lanning likes to get a second, longer look at what takes place on the field before reacting to what he saw live.
#coach #autzen
2 months ago
The Oregon Ducks are beginning to stack some important game day visits for the fall, and Dan Lanning just secured a visit with one of the top recruits available in the 2028 class.
Five-star edge rusher Kameron McGee has locked in four game day visits for the upcoming season, including a trip to Eugene. McGee, the No. 1 recruit in the class according to 247 Sports, will visit Autzen Stadium on Oct. 10, when the Ducks host UCLA.
Not only is the matchup important for the Ducks to get off to a good start in Big Ten play, but it's shaping up to be an important recruiting day as well. Alongside McGee, four-star athlete Jayce Halasz will also be in attendance.
Oregon will be the third visit of the fall for McGee. The pass rusher from Chicago will begin his fall visits in Tallahassee with Florida State on Sept. 7 when the Seminoles host SMU. McGee will be in Texas the following week for the Longhorns' matchup against Ohio State. After coming to Eugene, McGee currently has one more visit scheduled to Georgia on Oct. 17 when the Bulldogs host Auburn.
The 6-foot-4, 245-pound pass rusher has a terrific blend of physical and finesse rushing styles. He closes with elite speed off the edge and is a problem for offenses against the run as well. As a sophomore, McGee had 54 tackles, 21 tackles for a loss, 10.5 sacks and nine pass deflections to help Brother Rice finish with a 13-1 record and a state ***** le.
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Five-star edge rusher Kameron McGee has locked in four game day visits for the upcoming season, including a trip to Eugene. McGee, the No. 1 recruit in the class according to 247 Sports, will visit Autzen Stadium on Oct. 10, when the Ducks host UCLA.
Not only is the matchup important for the Ducks to get off to a good start in Big Ten play, but it's shaping up to be an important recruiting day as well. Alongside McGee, four-star athlete Jayce Halasz will also be in attendance.
Oregon will be the third visit of the fall for McGee. The pass rusher from Chicago will begin his fall visits in Tallahassee with Florida State on Sept. 7 when the Seminoles host SMU. McGee will be in Texas the following week for the Longhorns' matchup against Ohio State. After coming to Eugene, McGee currently has one more visit scheduled to Georgia on Oct. 17 when the Bulldogs host Auburn.
The 6-foot-4, 245-pound pass rusher has a terrific blend of physical and finesse rushing styles. He closes with elite speed off the edge and is a problem for offenses against the run as well. As a sophomore, McGee had 54 tackles, 21 tackles for a loss, 10.5 sacks and nine pass deflections to help Brother Rice finish with a 13-1 record and a state ***** le.
#pass
2 months ago
The spring brought plenty of exciting developments to the football field for the Oregon Ducks. Evan Stewart made his return. Dante Moore launched his Heisman campaign. Koi Perich and other transfers took the field at Autzen Stadium.
The hype train that really took off, however, was along the defensive line. No, not because of the returning veterans, but rather some of the depth that has been developing in the shadows for the past few seasons.
Aydin Breland and Matt Johnson took over the spring game, combining for five sacks and wreaking havoc in the backfield all day long. While spring game statistics should be taken with a grain of salt, it showed that the pieces are starting to fall into place for the young defensive linemen.
Breland has only added to his "tool bag" this offseason, finding new ways to be effective as a pass rusher, while anchoring down against the run. Playing behind first NFL draft picks A'Mauri Washington and Bear Alexander provides a clear example for Breland to follow, but the spring served as a solid reminder for what the former four-star recruit is capable of.
"I should be as confident in myself as I should be," Breland said at Oregon's media day. "I feel like my ability is definitely there. (The spring was) a big confidence booster."
#took #ducks #evan
The hype train that really took off, however, was along the defensive line. No, not because of the returning veterans, but rather some of the depth that has been developing in the shadows for the past few seasons.
Aydin Breland and Matt Johnson took over the spring game, combining for five sacks and wreaking havoc in the backfield all day long. While spring game statistics should be taken with a grain of salt, it showed that the pieces are starting to fall into place for the young defensive linemen.
Breland has only added to his "tool bag" this offseason, finding new ways to be effective as a pass rusher, while anchoring down against the run. Playing behind first NFL draft picks A'Mauri Washington and Bear Alexander provides a clear example for Breland to follow, but the spring served as a solid reminder for what the former four-star recruit is capable of.
"I should be as confident in myself as I should be," Breland said at Oregon's media day. "I feel like my ability is definitely there. (The spring was) a big confidence booster."
#took #ducks #evan
2 months ago
The hype for the upcoming Oregon football season has been building since January and college football coaches appear to be on board.
The Ducks are ranked No. 2 in the preseason US LBM coaches top 25 poll released Aug. 4, behind only Ohio State, which Oregon plays on Nov. 7 in Columbus, Ohio.
The Ducks, who finished 2025 with a 13-2 record and ranked fourth in the season-ending US LBM coaches poll, received six first-place votes from the 72 participating coaches in this year's preseason poll. The Buckeyes received the most first-place votes with 38, followed by defending College Football Playoff champion Indiana with 14, though the Hoosiers still landed at No. 6 in the poll.
Also in the top 25 from the Big Ten are No. 14 Southern California, which hosts the Ducks on Sept. 26 in the conference opener for Oregon, No. 16 Michigan, No. 17 Penn State, No. 19 Washington and No. 22 Iowa.
Oregon football holds its first practice of fall camp Wednesday as the Ducks get ready for their Sept. 5 season opener against Boise State at Autzen Stadium.
#ducks #state #sept
The Ducks are ranked No. 2 in the preseason US LBM coaches top 25 poll released Aug. 4, behind only Ohio State, which Oregon plays on Nov. 7 in Columbus, Ohio.
The Ducks, who finished 2025 with a 13-2 record and ranked fourth in the season-ending US LBM coaches poll, received six first-place votes from the 72 participating coaches in this year's preseason poll. The Buckeyes received the most first-place votes with 38, followed by defending College Football Playoff champion Indiana with 14, though the Hoosiers still landed at No. 6 in the poll.
Also in the top 25 from the Big Ten are No. 14 Southern California, which hosts the Ducks on Sept. 26 in the conference opener for Oregon, No. 16 Michigan, No. 17 Penn State, No. 19 Washington and No. 22 Iowa.
Oregon football holds its first practice of fall camp Wednesday as the Ducks get ready for their Sept. 5 season opener against Boise State at Autzen Stadium.
#ducks #state #sept
2 months ago
Happy Halloween. Northwestern's real gauntlet begins on Oct. 31 when it travels to Autzen Stadium to take on Oregon. Ever since joining the Big Ten, the Ducks have been among the top teams in the league, and 2026 could be the best team they've had yet in this conference.
Returning Production: 66% overall (65% offense, 66% defense); 11th in FBS
2025 Record: 13-2 (8-1 B1G)
Head Coach: Dan Lanning (fourth season)
2026 SP+ Overall: 2nd
#autzen #oregon
Returning Production: 66% overall (65% offense, 66% defense); 11th in FBS
2025 Record: 13-2 (8-1 B1G)
Head Coach: Dan Lanning (fourth season)
2026 SP+ Overall: 2nd
#autzen #oregon
4 months ago
EA Sports College Football 27, the highly anticipated video game from Electronic Arts, is set for its official release on July 9. Ahead of the launch, EA revealed the individual player ratings for every student-athlete who opted into the game.
Topping the list for the Florida Gators is running back Jadan Baugh at 91 overall, while wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. earned a 90 overall rating, representing the team's two players above the 90 mark. Safety Bryce Thornton (87), wide receiver Vernell Brown III (87) and linebacker Myles Graham (85) round out the top five players according to their overall ratings.
In total, 28 UF players were rated 80 overall or better.
As a team, Florida is ranked No. 19 with an 84 rating overall, while the offense earned an 84 rating and the defense earned an 83 rating. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is rated as the game's seventh toughest place to play, behind LSU's Tiger Stadium, Ohio State's Ohio Stadium, Penn State's Beaver Stadium, Georgia's Sanford Stadium, Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium and Oregon's Autzen Stadium, respectively.
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Topping the list for the Florida Gators is running back Jadan Baugh at 91 overall, while wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. earned a 90 overall rating, representing the team's two players above the 90 mark. Safety Bryce Thornton (87), wide receiver Vernell Brown III (87) and linebacker Myles Graham (85) round out the top five players according to their overall ratings.
In total, 28 UF players were rated 80 overall or better.
As a team, Florida is ranked No. 19 with an 84 rating overall, while the offense earned an 84 rating and the defense earned an 83 rating. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is rated as the game's seventh toughest place to play, behind LSU's Tiger Stadium, Ohio State's Ohio Stadium, Penn State's Beaver Stadium, Georgia's Sanford Stadium, Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium and Oregon's Autzen Stadium, respectively.
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