Will Stein has introduced a new Power Formation for the Oregon Ducks when they played against UCLA last season. The old jumbo formation may be on it’s way out because the Ducks just don’t have the extra experienced offensive linemen to trot onto the field. But this new formation makes use of a different personnel package, and when deployed against …
It is always fun to see new plays introduced over the course of the season, and to occasionally get some commentary about them from the TV analysts covering the games. We witnessed a new play against the Huskies in the first drive that was fun to watch develop, and then see what the analysts had to say about it, but …
Who is the most crucial defender, the most important position in the Dan Lanning 4-2-5 MINT defense? How much emphasis does the coaching staff give this spot, and how far is Oregon from accomplishing their goals at recruiting and coaching this position? I took some time from my interest in online betting and casino fun to ponder these questions about …
Pressure is something every athlete knows all too well, especially those who wear the green and yellow for the Oregon Ducks. High-stakes moments on the field call for focus, calm decision-making, and strategic thinking—skills that are just as useful off the field. Whether it’s a crucial play in football, a tough call at work, or making decisions in games both …
Football isn’t a beauty contest — winning ugly still counts. The No. 1 Oregon Ducks overcame early struggles and a fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the unranked Wisconsin Badgers 16-13 on Saturday night at Camp Randall Stadium. Talented Oregon rosters of years past have fallen in similar November games, unable to rise above the same types of frustrating miscues that plagued …
The Ducks are 10-0 and it’s hard to find anything to complain about, but perhaps the biggest thing is that the Ducks haven’t been terribly exciting this year. This is probably by design; Dan Lanning isn’t coaching just to win that week’s game, but to win the whole thing — and to do that requires looking out weeks ahead. One …
In their inaugural Big Ten season, the top-ranked Oregon Ducks have elbowed their way to a seat at the head of the conference table, knocking off perennial championship programs in their pursuit of a national championship. Oregon’s latest victim? The reigning national champion, Michigan Wolverines. The score? 38-17, Ducks. The message? The Ducks are the B1G’s new Mayor McCheese after …
Just the words of “Bend-But-Don’t-Break Defense” gets some Oregon fans angry. They did not like it a dozen years ago when Nick Aliotti employed it successfully during our first ‘Natty runner-up showing, and were not happy to see it continued in the second ‘Natty runner-up season after he retired. I paused from my research for a good car accident lawyer …
Oregon has a beast of a running back in Jordan James this year. He leads the team with 121 carries and 717 total rushing yards, which puts him at 5.9 yards per carry. He has good vision, hits the holes right, and will run through several arm tackles before being brought down. When he is brought down, he also has …
In college football, the connection between a team and its fans runs deeper than just showing up for games. The dedicated support from fans is crucial for a team’s success, especially for programs like the Oregon Ducks. When fans get involved, they create a lively atmosphere that can lift the team’s spirits and impact how they play. It’s worth looking …
My many Duck-Buddies…I know I should not be looking ahead, but I did so in order to provide perspective on how experienced and savvy this 2024 Oregon Football team is. Doing so made me wince and cringe, as I realized that I had better enjoy this special 2024 football season, because next year appears to be a major rebuilding effort …
There has been so much written about Oregon football in the last couple of days, yet I sense there is a major element to the remainder of the season that national pundits miss. It is a combination of components that I’ve been kicking around that came to fruition after the big victory over Ohio State. I had to take a …