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Oregon head coach Dan Lanning leads his team as the Oregon Ducks practice ahead of the Rose Bowl Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore.

Oregon Duck Early Enrollees Arrive: Akili Smith Jr., Trey McNutt, Nasir Wyatt

A dozen commits from the No. 3 2025 recruiting class arrived in Eugene to start practicing with the Oregon Ducks ahead of their New Year's Day matchup at the Rose Bowl with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Akili Smith Jr., Trey McNutt, Nasir Wyatt are among the n

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning leads his team as the Oregon Ducks practice ahead of the Rose Bowl Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore.

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Oregon Duck Early Enrollees Arrive: Akili Smith Jr., Trey McNutt, Nasir Wyatt

A dozen commits from the No. 3 2025 recruiting class arrived in Eugene to start practicing with the Oregon Ducks ahead of their New Year's Day matchup at the Rose Bowl with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Akili Smith Jr., Trey McNutt, Nasir Wyatt are among the n

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The Oregon Duck is lifted up by cheerleaders on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, after the Big Ten Championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Oregon Ducks defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions, 45-37.

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Oregon Ducks Or Texas A&M Aggies To Land 5-Star Recruit Brandon Arrington?

Can the Oregon Ducks and coach Dan Lanning secure the commitment from five-star recruit Brandon Arrington? The Texas A&M Aggies and Mike Elko are the front runners to land Arrington, the No. 8 player in the nation, the No. 1 Athlete, and the No. 2 player

Hoban wide receiver Elbert Hill IV acknowledges the crowd after his touchdown against Walsh Jesuit during the first half of a high school football game, Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, in Akron, Ohio.

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Ohio State Buckeyes Predicted To Land Five-Star Recruit Elbert Hill? Oregon Ducks Target

The Oregon Ducks and Ohio State Buckeyes are battling for the commitment of five-star cornerback recruit Elbert Hill. An early prediction says Hill will commit to Ohio State and coach Ryan Day over Oregon and coach Dan Lanning.

Oregon commit Kodi Greene

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Florida Gators To Flip Another Oregon Ducks 5-Star Commit? Offer Lineman Kodi Greene

Oregon Ducks 5-star offensive lineman commit Kodi Greene has received an offer from the Florida Gators. This comes shortly after the Gators managed to lure away and flip former Oregon five-star receiver signee Dallas Wilson. The latest on Billy Napier and

Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on during the first quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks Recruiting: Ohio State Decommit Zahir Mathis Visiting Ducks, Dan Lanning

The Oregon Ducks appear to be one of the final teams in the running for four-star edge rusher Zahir Mathis. The 2025 recruit de-committed from the Ohio State Buckeyes and coach Ryan Day in November.

Florida Gators Officially Flip Oregon Ducks 5-Star Receiver Dallas Wilson: Recruiting

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Florida Gators Sign, Flip Oregon Ducks 5-Star Receiver Dallas Wilson: Recruiting

The Florida Gators have officially flipped five-star receiver Dallas Wilson from the Oregon Ducks 2025 recruiting class. Wilson was committed to Oregon coach Dan Lanning's Ducks since January of 2023. The five-star prospect is ranked as the nation’s No. 2

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning watches a play against Michigan during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

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Oregon Ducks Dominating Transfer Portal: Top-10 Ranking In College Football

The Oregon Ducks are on track to secure their third consecutive top-10 transfer portal class, further solidifying their status as a powerhouse in college football. The transfer portal officially opened on Dec. 9 and the Ducks have already landed five high

Oregon Ducks recruiting target Dallas Wilson and coach Dan Lanning in Autzen Stadium.

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Why Oregon Ducks Five-Star Receiver Dallas Wilson To Flip To Florida Gators? Sick Family Member

The Oregon Ducks 2025 recruiting class is losing the commitment of five-star receiver Dallas Wilson, who will reportedly flip to the Florida Gators. Wilson has been committed to Oregon coach Dan Lanning's Ducks since January of 2023. The five-star prospec

Oct 26, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning visits with players before a game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Addresses Transfer Portal Strategy Ahead Of Rose Bowl

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks are preparing to face either the Ohio State Buckeyes or Tennessee Volunteers in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1. Lanning addressed the chaos of the transfer portal and recruiting, what his trip to New York with quarterback Dillon Gabriel wa

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning and McKay Madsen

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Oregon Ducks Recruiting: McKay Madsen's Commitment Looms After Oregon Visit

The Oregon Ducks are the recruiting favorite to land the commitment of 2025 four-star linebacker McKay Madsen. Madsen visited Oregon coach Dan Lanning's Ducks in Eugene and his decision looms.

Four-star defensive lineman Tomuhini Topui on his visit to Oregon. @iam5ive_2euce

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Oregon Ducks Commit Tomuhini Topui Wins Trinity League MVP with Mater Dei High School

Only a junior in high school, defensive lineman and Oregon Ducks’ commit Tomuhini Topui is winning accolades at Mater Dei High School, a traditional power house in California. Topui won the Trinity League MVP en route to a state championship.

Dec 15, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dana Altman goes over strategy in a time out during the second half against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks Basketball Lands Commitment From Shooting Guard JJ Frakes

The Oregon Ducks basketball team has landed a commitment from JJ Frakes, a 2025 recruit who can score on all three levels out of Berrien Springs, Michigan. JJ Frakes is the first commit for coach Dana Altman and the Ducks next season.

Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning talks to the media during the post game press conference following the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium.

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Oregon Ducks Transfer Portal: Commitments, Visits, Coveted Prospects

With the transfer portal officially open, Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning has already began supplementing his roster for 2025. The Ducks have landed commitments from transfers like Northwestern cornerback Theran Johnson and Purdue safety Dillon Thieneman.

Oregon commit Dakorien Moore wears a black Ducks uniform during a visit.

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Oregon Ducks' Dakorien Moore Earns Impressive Texas Award To Cap High School Career

It's been a big year for Oregon's five-star signee Dakorien Moore. He's led Duncanville to a championship appearence and now has picked up some impressive hardware to end his high school career.

Akili Smith Jr

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Oregon Ducks' Akili Smith Jr. Scores 4 Touchdowns To Win California State Championship

Oregon Ducks quarterback commit Akili Smith Jr. led Lincoln High School to a California state title with an impressive performance in the championship, scoring four touchdowns in the win over Pittsburg. Smith Jr. is a big recruit in Oregon coach Dan Lanni

Five-star tight end recruit Kendre Harrison visited the Oregon Ducks vs. Ohio State Buckeyes game.

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Oregon Ducks' 5-Star Commit Kendre Harrison Reacts to Bill Belichick, North Carolina

Five-star tight end Kendre Harrison is committed to the Oregon Ducks. Harrison, a North Carolina native, remains locked in with the Ducks despite the North Carolina Tar Heels' hiring of legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick.

Nov 12, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) on the sideline in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-Imagn Images

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'Crazy S***!' Dez Bryant Reacts to Highlights From Oregon Ducks Commit Dakorien Moore

Oregon Ducks wide receiver signee Dakorien Moore put on a show in the final game of his high school career, and Dallas Cowboys legend Dez Bryant took notice. The five-star recruit is one of the highest-ranked players to commit to Oregon.

Dec 6, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Parker's Na'eem Offord (1) tries to get around Saraland's Arterus Moffett (4) as he runs the ball at Protective Stadium in the 6A State Championship game. Parker defeated Saraland 28-17.

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Why Five-Star Cornerback Na'eem Offord Committed To Oregon Ducks Over Ohio State

The Oregon Ducks landed class of 2025 five-star cornerback Na'eem Offord on national signing day after he flipped from the Ohio State Buckeyes. What ultimately made Offord choose the Ducks over the Buckeyes?

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Johntay Cook II (1) runs the ball in for the Longhorns' second touchdown in the first quarter of the game against the UTSA Roadrunners at Darrell K RoyalÐTexas Memorial Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.

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Texas Longhorns Receiver Johntay Cook II To Transfer To Oregon Ducks Over Texas A&M?

The Oregon Ducks are reportedly one of the teams to watch in the transfer portal for former Texas Longhorns receiver Johntay Cook II. Will Oregon's Dan Lanning land Cook over the Texas A&M Aggies?

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Oregon Ducks Gain Commitment From Four-Star Linebacker Tristan Phillips

The Oregon Ducks are off and running in recruiting for the class of 2026. Four-star linebacker Tristan Ohillips announced he would be committed to the Ducks on Saturday.

Phil Knight looks around the newly expanded Autzen Stadium during a visit to the last scrimmage before the 2002 season.

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5-Star Na'eem Offord on Oregon Ducks, Phil Knight: 'Gonna Help Me Make My Shoe'

On the first day of the Early National Signing Period, five-star cornerback Na'eem Offord flipped his commitment to the Oregon Ducks over the Ohio State Buckeyes. Offord gave some credit to Nike's co-founder Phil Knight and the relationship with Oregon.

Oregon Ducks recruiting target Dallas Wilson and coach Dan Lanning in Autzen Stadium.

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EXCLUSIVE: Why Five-Star Receiver Dallas Wilson Committed to Oregon Ducks

The Oregon Ducks made headlines in the Early National Signing Period, landing five-star receiver Dallas Wilson. In an exclusive interview with Oregon SI's Olivia Cleary, Wilson detailed his commitment journey and loyalty to the Ducks.

Oregon Ducks four-star signee Alai Kalaniuvalu. Flips from BYU Cougars

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Why 4-Star Offensive Line Recruit Alai Kalaniuvalu Flipped to Oregon Ducks From BYU

Four-star offensive line recruit Alai Kalaniuvalu committed to and signed with the Oregon Ducks on Thursday night in another one Ducks coach Dan Lanning’s surprises, flipping him from the BYU Cougars.

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4-Star Tight End Andrew Olesh Commits to Penn State Over Oregon Ducks, Michigan Wolverines

Four-star tight end Andrew Olesh flipped his commitment from the Michigan Wolverines to the Penn State Nittany Lions on Friday. The Oregon Ducks were pushing to flip the Michigan commit, but Penn State ultimately signed the four-star tight end.

Nov 30, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson (3) celebrates scoring a touchdown with teammates during the second half against the Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks Transfer Portal Needs: Tight End, Defensive Linemen?

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks still have the Big Ten Championship Game and a potential run in the College Football Playoff to look forward to, but the transfer portal opens soon, and the Ducks will look to replace tight end Terrance Ferguson, while filling needs