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college-football13 hours ago•8 min saved

Ducks, Dynasties and Running Backs: 2026’s Boldest College Football Takes

Eight bold takes shape the 2026 season: UNC could part ways with Belichick by New Year’s; coaching churn stays restrained due to budgets; Oklahoma State could orchestrate one of the sport’s great turnarounds; Trinidad Chambliss rises as the sport’s face; Lane Kiffin’s LSU era meets the hype; 2026 favors elite running backs over quarterbacks; the SEC’s depth fuels playoff debates; and Oregon looks poised to win its first national title.

via Bleacher Report|

#2026-season #college-football #hot-takes

sports1 day ago•11 min saved

Oregon's 2026 depth chart comes into focus ahead of Boise State opener

With one week left in fall camp, Oregon’s 2026 depth chart is taking shape heading into the Boise State opener, led by Dante Moore at quarterback with buzz around Akili Smith Jr., a developing backfield featuring Brandon Smith, and multiple WR/OL adjustments (Tommy Tofi to guard, LT competition) as the defense and roster cohere around figures like Bear Alexander, Matthew Johnson and Jerry Mixon.

via Ducks Wire|

#boise-state #college-football #depth-chart

ncaa-football2 days ago•68 min saved

Lanning: NFL camp returns to college are ‘unfair to the sport’

Oregon coach Dan Lanning said players who train with NFL teams and then return to college hurt the sport, arguing roster limits and fairness issues. The piece also covers a Louisiana court granting a temporary injunction allowing 16 former players to seek a fifth year via a one-week transfer-portal window, in the wake of NCAA rules allowing five-year eligibility (with certain 2022 entrants excluded), plus related remarks from Browns coach Todd Monken about Dae’Quan Wright and other legal and roster considerations.

via theScore|

#dan-lanning #five-year-eligibility #ncaa-football

college-football7 days ago•5 min saved

SEC Dominates CBS Sports Preseason All-America honors as Texas leads the pack

CBS Sports' 2026 Preseason All-America team showcases SEC dominance (15 first-team, 25 total selections of 54) with Texas leading the overall picks. Only three players earned unanimous first-team honors: Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State), Colin Simmons (Texas) and Leonard Moore (Notre Dame). Oregon’s Dante Moore is the Player of the Year and Dan Lanning is Coach of the Year, while Miami (FL) running back/wide receiver Malachi Toney stands out as a dual threat. The two squads feature top programs like Oregon, Texas, LSU, Georgia and Notre Dame across first and second teams.

via cbssports.com|

#college-football #oregon-ducks #preseason-all-america

sports8 days ago•4 min saved

Buckeyes Start Preseason No. 1 as Oregon Nips at No. 2 in AP Top 25

Ohio State is preseason No. 1 and Oregon No. 2 in the AP Top 25, with Georgia, Notre Dame and Texas rounding out the top five; the SEC has no first-place votes, and the rankings offer an early snapshot ahead of Week 0, though preseason position doesn’t guarantee success.

via CBS Sports|

#ap-top-25 #college-football #ohio-state-buckeyes

sports12 days ago•47 min saved

McMurphy Reveals a Bold, Humorous Preseason AP Top 25 Ballot

Brett McMurphy shares his college football preseason AP Top 25 ballot, opening with Oregon at No. 1 (a self‑deprecating jab about ranking them too low) and listing Ohio State, Georgia, Notre Dame, and Texas Tech just behind. The rest of the top 10 includes Texas, Indiana, Miami, Ole Miss, and Washington, followed by Texas A&M, Oklahoma, BYU, Michigan, LSU, SMU, Utah, Penn State, Houston, Alabama, Louisville, Tennessee, Arizona, Iowa, and USC. He uses a playful, self‑aware tone to cut through the off‑field drama around the sport and CFP expansion chatter, while highlighting Oregon’s talent and new coordinators as a key storyline heading into the season.

via On3|

#ap-top-25 #college-football #oregon-ducks

college-football15 days ago•19 min saved

Oregon Tops Klatt's 2026 Preseason Top 25

Joel Klatt unveils a 2026 preseason Top 25 led by Oregon at No. 1, with Notre Dame second and Ohio State, Miami, and Indiana rounding out the top five. The piece lauds Oregon’s elite, returning roster and Dante Moore at quarterback, notes Notre Dame’s 15 returning starters and strong front, and surveys other contenders (OSU, Miami, Indiana, LSU, Texas, USC) with emphasis on roster depth, coaching stability, and schedule challenges driving the predictions.

via FOX Sports|

#2026-season #college-football #notre-dame

sports26 days ago•9 min saved

Dante Moore Passes on $55M NFL Payday to Return to Oregon and Chase a National Title

Quarterback Dante Moore turned down a reported $55 million NFL contract to return to Oregon, citing a chance to chase a national championship and finish what he started. He’s bulked up to 220 pounds, helped tailor a new offensive scheme with OC Drew Mehringer, and has leaned into leadership and mental-health advocacy as Oregon heads into a 2026 title bid with a deep, experienced roster. Analysts still project him as a top draft prospect in 2027 if his success continues.

via CBS Sports|

#college-football #dante-moore #nfl-draft

college-football26 days ago•5 min saved

Moore Chooses Prep, Aims to Sharpen Oregon's Next Franchise QB

Dante Moore turned down a potential top-5 NFL payday to return to Oregon for 2026, saying preparation is the key to becoming an elite quarterback. He bulked up to 220 pounds, is improving leadership and consistency after a challenging spell at UCLA, and is embracing coach Dan Lanning’s guidance as the Ducks pursue a national title. Off the field, Moore signed a Nike NIL deal and enjoys golf as a stress-reliever, planning to use this extra year to position himself for a pro career when the time comes.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-football #dante-moore #leadership

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Stein Credits Oregon Blueprint as Kentucky's Path to Big Wins

At SEC media days, Kentucky coach Will Stein argued the program can win big thanks to his Oregon-era offensive system and recruiting success, declaring 'because of me' while acknowledging there will be bumps and promising a steady, neutral approach to building the program.

via On3|

#college-football #kentucky-football #oregon-ducks

sports3 months ago•8 min saved

Oregon blanks Nebraska, advances to Big Ten final vs UCLA

Oregon blanked Nebraska 7-0 in the Big Ten Baseball Tournament semifinal at Charles Schwab Field, advancing to the championship against UCLA after the Bruins beat USC earlier. The Ducks tallied 10 hits, including Brayden Jaksa’s two-run homer and Drew Smith’s two-run triple plus Angel Laya’s homer, while Will Sanford worked six scoreless innings with nine strikeouts. Nebraska was limited to four hits and was shut out for the first time this season, ending the Huskers’ eight-game win streak as Oregon moved on to the title game.

via Sports Illustrated|

#big-ten-baseball-tournament #college-baseball #nebraska-cornhuskers

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Jets pick Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq as girlfriend captures emotional draft moment

Former Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq was drafted by the New York Jets at No. 16 in the 2026 NFL Draft. His girlfriend Addison Osta celebrated with an Instagram Story, while Jets GM Darren Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn shared excited, personal reactions to the call. Sadiq, who had 51 catches for 560 yards and eight touchdowns last season and ran a 4.39 40-yard dash, joins a Jets offense that also landed edge rusher David Bailey at No. 2 and later traded back into the first to pick Indiana receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30; rounds 2–7 proceed Friday through Saturday.

via New York Post|

#jets #kenyon-sadiq #nfl-draft-2026

sports4 months ago•6 min saved

Bears snap up versatile safety Dillon Thieneman at 25 in 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears selected Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the 25th pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. A durable, versatile defender who split college time between Purdue and Oregon, Thieneman totaled 306 tackles and earned All-American honors, with playmaking ability in coverage and run support that should let him start beside Coby Bryant in Chicago’s secondary.

via The New York Times|

#2026-nfl-draft #chicago-bears #dillon-thieneman

sports4 months ago•23 min saved

Oregon Freshman’s 496-Foot Bomb Sparks Online Debate

An Oregon Ducks true freshman launched a 496-foot homer in Champaign, a moment that’s igniting hype and online skepticism about measurements, wind, and equipment. The piece praises the blast, notes critics’ nitpicks (metal bat, juiced balls, etc.), and even tosses in Bryce Harper comparisons, while musing on how internet narratives shape perception. It closes with a reminder to enjoy college baseball season despite the chatter.

via OutKick|

#bryce-harper #college-baseball #home-run

sports4 months ago•8 min saved

Ducks Survive Huskers' Rally, Take Weekend Series

No. 19 Nebraska baseball dropped two of three at No. 21 Oregon, winning only Saturday’s 5-4 comeback. The Ducks took Friday 7-6 and Sunday 5-4, leaving Nebraska 27-9 overall and 12-3 in the Big Ten, while Oregon improved to 26-10, 10-5 in the league. The setback ends Nebraska’s rare 1-2-1 or 3-of-4 stretch this season, and the Huskers return home to host Creighton on Tuesday.

via Sports Illustrated|

#big-ten #college-baseball #nebraska-cornhuskers