What Can Byron Marshall Bring for 2015 Season?

Ben Salaman FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

The Ducks running back, Byron Marshall played in many different positions in the 2014 season. We saw him take handoffs from the backfield, return kickoffs, and also worked as a motion man playing slot receiver. So how will Marshall’s versatile skill set apply to Oregon’s offensive scheme this season? It could be applied many different ways, but with a lot …

Recruiting Update: Early Cycle Heist

Mark Flores FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

Football Recruiting Commitments Oregon’s haul in the early recruiting cycle has now reached a total of six prospects with the addition of offensive lineman Jacob Capra (3-Star/Auburn, CA) and defensive back Troy Warner (3-Star/San Marcos, CA). Secondary coach John Neal may have uncovered a future star in Warner. The scrappy 6-foot-0, 185 lb. defender has the raw talent and work ethic that can …

Vernon Adams Seen at Ducks Spring Practice

Jason Selby FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

At this point, all Ducks fan want is to have Vernon Adams, Jr. make the official move to Eugene. With the former Eastern Washington star stuck in Cheney, Washington, until he graduates in June, Head Coach Mark Helfrich and staff will have to work without him for the time being. But yesterday, according to Rob Moseley of GoDucks.com, Adams made an appearance at Spring Practice. For most of …

Alex Ofodile Could Fly High With Ducks

Max Thornberry FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

Duck fans love their Ducks no matter how we can see them, but we are especially fond of football and as week two of spring practice has begun there are plenty of storylines to get excited about. Charles Nelson has made the transition from wide receiver to defensive back in order to bring some speed and power to a defense …

Why Oregon Football Will Continue to “Win the Day”

Tyler Timm FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

What once used to be considered a “gimmick” has now turned into a dominant program. Ever since Mike Bellotti transitioned into an up-tempo spread offense team and then handed the reigns to Chip Kelly, the Oregon football program has since been in question. After making a Rose Bowl appearance in 2009 followed by a national championship game appearance in 2010, …

Ducks Land Big Time Defensive Back

Jason Selby FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

It’s been an exciting week for Oregon Duck fans. Spring practice is now in full force, the guys are looking good, and recruiting is on point. With the latest announcement, via OregonLive.com,  (by Andrew Nemec) 4-star class of 2016 defensive back Troy Warner has committed to play for the Ducks, things keep rolling on. Hailing from San Marcos, Calif., and attending Mission …

Ducks Pick up Commitment from 3-Star Lineman

Adam Kruse FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

  Offensive lineman are used to getting little notoriety. It comes with the territory. Yesterday, the Ducks picked up a verbal commitment from 3-star offensive lineman Jacob Capra adding him to the long list of under-the-radar recruits who have developed into elite line talent for the Ducks. Capra, 6’5″, 265 pounds, committed Oregon on Thursday, after receiving offers from Washington, Washington State, …

Slammed, Closed, Finished? Oregon’s Window Problem

Nathan Roholt FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

The Ducks were be back on the field Tuesday for the first time since their humbling loss in the National Championship Game on January 12th. Following that loss, many writers proclaimed Oregon’s chances at a future national title in the future dead, or at least significantly diminished. From Stewart Mandel of Fox Sports: “…in terms of winning a national championship, …

Charles Nelson Switching Positions

Jason Selby FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

What was perceived as an inevitable move has been confirmed. Dynamic wide receiver Charles Nelson, has been listed as a defensive back heading into Spring Practice, per a University of Oregon news release. The news is not shocking, though some people might question why Mark Helfrich and staff made the decision to move such a good wide receiver. With the amount of talent that the …

The Ducks Will Return to the College Football Playoff

Jason Selby FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

In Eugene, there is an unwritten rule that goes something like this: WHEN THE FOOTBALL TEAM LOSES, WE DON’T TALK ABOUT IT…. EVER. I am going to break that rule, and share why I think the loss to Ohio State will go down as one of the most defining moments in Oregon Ducks history. The loss sucked — there really is no other way …

Can Oregon’s Offense Work Without a Star QB?

David Koh FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

With the NFL draft rapidly approaching and mock drafts coming in from every analyst with an internet connection, Oregon fans are getting used to the bittersweet feeling of seeing star alumnus Marcus Mariota top nearly every board in the country. Sweet because we love to see a young Duck take wing. Bitter because of the empty nest he’s leaving behind. Mariota owns nearly every …

Vernon Adams Jr.’s Feature to Appear on SportsCenter

Jason Selby FishWrap, FishWrap Archive

So, the whirlwind of an offseason for former Eastern Washington quarterback, Vernon Adams Jr., continues. It was reported yesterday by oregon247sports.com, that ESPN  started a project that will feature the new Ducks quarterback in his transition from small school football to a national powerhouse, the University of Oregon. Many people were concerned with the Ducks chances to remain competitive, solely based on the void left by Marcus Mariota. …