Many people around Oregon are excited about 3rd year coach Dana Altman. Hopeful that he will be able to take the Ducks to the next level. This got me thinking about the contrast between Dana Altman and Ernie Kent, so I am going to compare the two coaches based on their first three years in the program. BACKGROUND: Ernie Kent: …
About seven years ago a doctor told me that I should have a colonoscopy pretty soon. Since soon is subjective I haven’t had one done yet. If she is walking around in there I don’t want to know.Today, though, is a unique day. I have espn.com on auto refresh to stay up to date on any facts. I have a… …
The NFL has been attracted to coach Kelly because of his commitment to an up-tempo offense that everyone can see as being difficult upon his foes. Yet a factor in some of his victories has been his propensity to change-up his game plan for the opposing defensive coaching staff. How can you defend something well if you haven’t prepared for …
A new Friday series are the OREGON UNKNOWNS, where we look at interesting aspects about our beloved Ducks that few fans know about. Some are amusing facts or stories from the inside, while others are the humorous incidents that we fans rarely hear about. Oregon Football did, in fact, exist prior to repeated generous donations by Phil and Penny Knight. …
“We don’t let outside influences define our program.” – Chip Kelly That’s been the definition of Win The Day, the mantra of the Oregon Ducks since the start of the Chip Kelly era. The team only worries about what it can control, and what it cannot is ignored. Yet despite playing in its fourth consecutive BCS game, including the National …
For the fans of Philadelphia—know that I hate this, but there are some important elements to Charles “Chip” Kelly you should know about and his unique offense. I am taking time from our own bowl coverage to continue our mission at FishDuck.com, and that is inform and help other fellow fans learn about the Chip Kelly Oregon Spread Offense and …
Everyone who knows football knows the value of the team. Part of the magic of the game derives from the fact that no play works unless all eleven players are doing their respective jobs the right way at the right time. With that being said, every once in a while there are individual performances so impressive that they deserve to …
For weeks now Chip Kelly has been showered with questions of his NFL aspirations and his future next season: where does he want to go? Who has he spoken to? And for weeks he has replied with the motto that has given him the love of every Oregon fan that appreciates who Chip Kelly is – he just wants to “win …
With over a month between a Civil War domination and the Fiesta Bowl matchup with the Wildcats, this game has been dissected from every possible angle. Just over 25 hours remain until kickoff, so here is some last minute keys to victory for Oregon, with a final score prediction to close out the season. Special Teams Largely ignored for most …
Another in a series from our friends at Mighty Oregon. An interview with senior offensive lineman, Carson York By Dusty Ritter Carson York has been a cornerstone of Oregon’s offensive line for the last four years. From his debut as a redshirt freshman through his senior year, his intelligence and strength have left a pervasive influence on his fellow Ducks. After suffering …
Basketball Recruiting News Over the holidays, the City of Palms Classic bore witness to a thunderous display of power by Oregon signee Jordan Bell (4-Star/Long Beach, CA/Rivals150). After tipping a defensive rebound, Bell got on the break and brought all in attendance to their feet with a thunderous windmill dunk, snapping the rim in the process. Called an “absolute stud of …
The Oregon Ducks defensively were outstanding as they knocked off the Nevada Wolf Pack 56-43, at Matthew Knight arena. The Ducks have been working on defensive communication, improving defensive rotations, and it showed in their final game of 2012. Oregon also spent the final practices of 2012 working on limiting turnovers and improving ball movement in its inconsistent offensive execution. The match …
