Ducks Confidential

Scrimmage review, Dylan Raiola, Oregon lands legacy recruit

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:11:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Ducks’ first scrimmage, Dylan Raiola, quarterback development and West Linn High’s Josiah Molden, son of former Oregon cornerback Alex Molden, committing to the Ducks.

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USC trolling Ducks, spring practice gems, 50/50 raffle riches

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:26:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, is back after a spring break hiatus to discuss the Oregon Ducks football team. Topics include USC trolling the Ducks over recruiting, how the defensive line looks and identifying freshmen gems.

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Questions facing Oregon during spring practices

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:29:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, covers remarks made about the Oregon Ducks by defensive coordinator Chris Hampton and offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer at the start of spring football practices.

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Sadiq, Thieneman thrive at combine; sneak peek at spring football

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the NFL Combine performances of former Oregon Ducks Kenyon Sadiq, Dillon Thieneman and Malik Benson, plus takes a quick look at spring football, which starts March 12.

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Previewing this week’s NFL Scouting Combine

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:24:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the nine former Oregon Ducks invited to this week’s NFL Scouting Combine. They analyze each player and what they must do at the combine to improve their draft stock.

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NFL Scouting Combine invites, 10 returners who must elevate play in 2026

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:21:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the nine Oregon Ducks invited to the NFL Scouting Combine and selects 10 players they believe must step up their game next season.

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Oregon's 2026 defensive depth chart, schedule analysis

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:53:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks defensive depth chart and the 2026 schedule. Plus, the hosts answer a couple of mailbag questions from listeners.

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Oregon chases OT Jordan Seaton; analyzing 2026 offense

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:53:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the national championship game, Big Ten dominance, Oregon’s pursuit of offensive lineman Jordan Seaton and previews the Ducks’ 2026 offensive depth chart.

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Dan Lanning’s evolution; Looking ahead to 2026 with or without Dante Moore

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the criticism coach Dan Lanning is receiving following the College Football Playoff loss to Indiana, Dante Moore’s future and looks ahead to what the Ducks could look like in 2026.

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Why Oregon struggled in lopsided loss to Indiana; 2025 season review

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:27:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 56-22 loss to Indiana in the College Football Playoffs semifinal at the Peach Bowl, and reviews the 2025 season.

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Will No. 5 Oregon exact revenge on No. 1 Indiana in CFP?

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 22:46:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 5 Oregon Ducks’ 23-0 Orange Bowl win over Texas Tech and what that victory means for their rematch with No. 1 Indiana in the College Football Playoffs semifinals at the Peach Bowl on Friday.

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Why No. 5 Oregon matches up well with No. 4 Texas Tech

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 03:02:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Orange Bowl featuring the No. 5 Oregon Ducks (12-1) and the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders (12-1).

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Oregon races past JMU and into showdown with Texas Tech

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:53:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 5 Oregon Ducks’ 51-34 playoff win over No. 12 James Madison and takes a quick look at the Orange Bowl matchup with No. 4 Texas Tech.

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CFP preview, why Oregon will roll over James Madison

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:56:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, previews the College Football Playoff, diving into all four games this weekend, including explaining why the No. 5 Oregon Ducks should obliterate No. 12 James Madison.

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Playoff buzz lacking? Heisman Trophy fallout, Dante Moore Heisman 2026?

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:37:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the ⁠Unafraid Show⁠, discusses Heisman Trophy voting, Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore’s 2026 Heisman chances, playoff buzz and more.

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Is No. 5 Oregon hosting No. 12 James Madison in the CFP a letdown?

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:12:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks hosting James Madison in the first round of the College Football Playoffs and if the matchup is a letdown.

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Playoff picture, recruiting success, replacing coordinators, Heisman

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:15:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ likely playoff matchup, their No. 2-ranked recruiting class, replacing coordinators, Heisman voting and more

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Washington ushers No. 6 Oregon into national playoffs

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:39:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks winning 26-14 at Washington to punch their ticket into the College Football Playoff, as well as where UO could land in the bracket. At home? Top-Four seed?

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Oregon slices and dices Trojans, are Huskies next?

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 23:48:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ huge win over USC Trojans, and takes a quick look ahead to Saturday’s matchup at the Washington Huskies. They also evaluated UO’s chances of winning the national title.

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Oregon vs. USC preview, making sense of CFP rankings

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:54:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the complex College Football Playoff rankings that have the Oregon Ducks (9-1, 6-1 Big Ten) at No 7, and previews UO’s big clash with No. 13 USC (8-2, 6-1) on Saturday at Autzen Stadium.

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Oregon football throttles Minnesota in tune-up for USC

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:20:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 42-13 win over Minnesota and how they match up with the USC Trojans, who face UO at Autzen Stadium on Saturday.

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No. 8 Ducks can’t afford to look past Minnesota

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:26:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks moving up a spot to No. 8 in the latest College Football Rankings, can they reach the playoffs at 10-2 and if Minnesota has a shot to pull off an upset Friday night in Autzen Stadium.

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Recapping Oregon's 18-16 win over Iowa

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 23:09:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the ⁠Unafraid Show⁠, discusses the No. 9 Oregon Ducks (8-1, 5-1 Big Ten) winning 18-16 Saturday at No. 20 Iowa, the latest polls and if UO’s fourth-quarter defense is a concern.

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No. 9 Oregon prepares for ugly game at No. 20 Iowa

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:16:00 -0000

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Does No. 6 Oregon look vulnerable after win over Wisconsin?

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 21:41:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses No. 6 Oregon’s 21-7 win over Wisconsin. Impressive showing in bad weather, or should there be concerns about the offense?

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RB position looks bright, Wisconsin not a threat

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 21:13:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 6 Oregon Ducks game Saturday against Wisconsin and examines the future of the running back room with the emergence of freshmen Dierre Hill Jr. and Jordon Davison.

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Did Oregon football fix its offense, or was Rutgers just terrible?

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 01:22:00 -0000

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Dante Moore must improve for No. 8 Oregon to run the table

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:24:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses what the No. 8 Oregon Ducks (5-2, 2-1 Big Ten) must do not only to win this weekend at Rutgers (3-3, 0-3), but also to demonstrate improvement in areas that cost them during last week’s loss to No. 3 Indiana (6-0, 3-0).

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Did Oregon get exposed by Indiana, or have a bad day?

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:44:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 30-20 loss to No. 3 Indiana. Were the Ducks exposed, or can they easily correct the issues that cost them the game?

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Will No. 7 Indiana present problems for No. 3 Oregon?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:01:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses No. 3 Oregon’s matchup with No. 7 Indiana on Saturday at Autzen Stadium.

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Did Penn State’s loss at UCLA alter perception of Oregon?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 22:09:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, reviews the action that took place around college football, while No. 3 Oregon Ducks had the week off. That includes discussing whether UO’s win last week at Penn State was diluted by the Nittany Lions’ loss at 1-4 UCLA and their subsequent fall out of the AP Top 25.

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Examining the No. 2 Oregon Ducks’ monumental 30-24 win at Penn State

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 22:01:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the ⁠Unafraid Show⁠, takes a deep dive into the Oregon Ducks’ 30-24 double overtime win at Penn State. Fentress picked Oregon to lose and Wrighster maybe had a little too much fun rubbing that in his face.

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What it will take for No. 6 Oregon to win a Whiteout game at No. 3 Penn State

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 19:45:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, take a deep dive into the No. 6 Oregon Ducks’
matchup Saturday at No. 3 Penn State. Not surprisingly, their opinions on the outcome differ.

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Previewing the No. 6 Oregon vs. No. 3 Penn State matchup with a PennLive reporter

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast shifted gears for this episode. Aaron Fentress, of The Oregonian/OregonLive, teamed up with PennLive’s Max Ralph, who covers Penn State, to discuss this week’s matchup between the No. 6 Ducks and No. 3 Nittany Lions in Happy Valley. They examined the matchup from both sides of the ball and gave their early-week predictions.

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No. 6 Oregon looks sharp against OSU, but are the Ducks ready for No. 3 Penn State?

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:28:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks' 41-7 win over Oregon State and takes a peek ahead to Saturday's game at No. 3 Penn State.

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Oregon football set for final tune-up against OSU before Penn State

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:50:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks-Oregon State series being renewed, Saturday’s matchup between the two rivals and takes a look at big matchups around the country.

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No. 6 Ducks unimpressively crush Northwestern, OSU up next

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 19:47:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ lackluster 34-14 win at Northwestern, what it means in the bigger picture, and takes a quick look ahead to Saturday’s game against Oregon State.

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No. 4 Oregon Ducks prepare for breakfast club game at Northwestern

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 23:03:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, previews the No. 4 Oregon Ducks’ matchup Saturday at Northwestern, as well as discusses the likely interruption of the Oregon-Oregon State rivalry, and more.

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No. 4 Oregon makes an example out of Oklahoma State, QB Dante Moore lets it fly

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 21:24:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 69-3 win over Oklahoma State and if Cowboys coach Mike Gundy got what he deserved. Plus, UO quarterback Dante Moore let loose with the deep ball and the defense once again appeared suffocating.

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Oklahoma State preview: Were Mike Gundy’s words and Dan Lanning’s response overblown?

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 23:37:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discuss the controversy that blew up when Mike Gundy was asked about facing Oregon, and preview Saturday’s game against Oklahoma State.

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What we learned from Oregon football’s blowout win over Montana State

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 23:30:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 59-13 win over Montana State, the starting debut of quarterback Dante Moore and the defense, which dominated a usually strong Bobcats’ rushing attack.

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10 players essential to Oregon repeating as Big Ten champions

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 21:36:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ opener against Montana State, their biggest challenges to repeat as Big Ten champs and select 10 players who must deliver for UO to remain national contenders.

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QB battle, defense shines, schedule breakdown/predictions

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ second scrimmage, the quarterback competition, the defense still rolling along and goes game-by-game through UO’s schedule.

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Ranking B1G coaches, UO looking good at No. 7, Ducks’ first scrimmage

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:44:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks landing at No. 7 in both major preseason polls, what coach Dan Lanning had to say about the first scrimmage, and rank the top 10 coaches in the Big Ten Conference.

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Will Oregon Ducks’ offense experience inevitable dip replacing 10 starters, including QB?

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 03:31:00 -0000

The hosts of the Ducks Confidential podcast, Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and former UO/NFL tight end George Wrighster (⁠Unafraid Show⁠), take a deep dive into Oregon’s offense, which will replace 10 starters from last season, including quarterback with the very unproven Dante Moore, the presumed starter.

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Tackling Oregon’s defensive changes with new hosts Aaron Fentress and George Wrighster

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:43:00 -0000

The new hosts of the Ducks Confidential podcast, Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and former UO/NFL tight end George Wrighster (Unafraid Show), dive deep into fall camp story lines by examining what the defense will look like after losing eight starters from last season. The duo will discuss the offense in the next episode.

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Rose Bowl preview: Who has the mental edge between Oregon and Ohio State?

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 23:53:51 -0000

It’s finally time for the Grandaddy of Them All.

On the eve of the Rose Bowl, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and Bill Oram preview Oregon vs. Ohio State for this special edition of Ducks Confidential. Does recency bias favor the Buckeyes, and which position groups will decide this one?

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Dillon Gabriel, Marcus Mariota and a bond that goes beyond Oregon football

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 20:49:00 -0000

It’s time for another episode of Ducks Confidential, an Oregonian Sports podcast about the Oregon Ducks.

In this edition, columnist Bill Oram and senior writer Joe Freeman discuss the connection between Dillon Gabriel and Marcus Mariota, the two Hawaiian-born quarterbacks who have engineered the most successful seasons in Oregon history and share a unique bond that extends beyond football.

How did Gabriel earn Mariota’s permission to wear No. 8? How are their mothers connected? And how does their bond impact the Ducks?

Oram and Freeman answer those questions and more in the episode. Subscribe to Oregonian Sports podcasts on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

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Rematch in the Rose Bowl set for Oregon, Ohio State

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:58:11 -0000

Bill and James discuss Oregon’s upcoming matchup with Ohio State in the Rose Bowl. What might apply from the Oct. 12 classic in Eugene? What’s changed? What will perception be with a win or loss for each team?

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A look at 5 burning questions as Oregon football prepares for the Rose Bowl

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 03:54:06 -0000

It’s time for another episode of Ducks Confidential, an Oregonian Sports podcast about the Oregon Ducks.

In this edition, columnist Bill Oram and senior writer Joe Freeman dissect five burning questions surrounding the Rose Bowl and the No. 1 Ducks’ chase for the first championship in school history.

Who should they want to play in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff? How far do they need to advance to prove they belong among college football’s elite? What are the biggest factors separating the Ducks from a title?

Oram and Freeman answer those questions and more in the episode. Subscribe to Oregonian Sports podcasts on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

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Would Oregon rather play Ohio State or Tennessee?

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:54:31 -0000

With stars Bryce Boettcher and Dillon Gabriel busy on award stages, Oregon football has been putting in work in the transfer portal as it prepares for the Rose Bowl.

We recap the week gone by on both fronts and discuss the upcoming Ohio State-Tennessee matchup — which will decide Oregon’s next opponent — on this week’s Ducks Confidential.

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Big Ten championship recap, looking ahead to the playoff

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:36:15 -0000

The Oregon Ducks are Big Ten champions. A thrilling win against Penn State earned Oregon the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff and a Rose Bowl berth.

What to make of Oregon’s historic season so far, and their much-discussed path in the playoff? Ducks Confidential has you covered.

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Is it better for Oregon to lose the Big Ten championship game? (No)

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:25:58 -0000

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks capped an undefeated regular season with a thrashing of rival Washington on Saturday. Next up? A Big Ten championship game tilt with Penn State.

Some in the sports media sphere think Oregon would benefit from a loss in this game to ease their hypothetical path in the College Football Playoff. This is not one of those podcasts.

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Oregon vs. Washington preview, looking ahead to the Big Ten title game

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 01:43:48 -0000

After much ado about tiebreakers, Oregon football has clinched a spot in the Big Ten championship game. But first, the Ducks seek an undefeated finish to the regular season with a win against Washington.

A preview of that UW game, plus a recap of the week gone by for men’s and women’s basketball, on this week’s Ducks Confidential.

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Oregon escapes Wisconsin with a win, entering a much-needed bye week

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:35:46 -0000

After eight conference games in as many weeks, the only team in the country to endure such a stretch, the No. 1 Oregon Ducks can finally breathe with a bye week.

Oregon is 11-0 after a narrow, 16-13 road win over Wisconsin on Saturday. What can be gleaned from that one, beyond the result? And how are Oregon men’s and women’s basketball doing?

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Ducks win ugly against Maryland, women’s basketball pulls an upset

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 17:33:59 -0000

Basketball season is here, and both the Oregon men and women are off to strong starts. On the women’s side, an upset win over No. 12 Baylor on Sunday night could spark the turnaround this program needs.

Plus, No. 1 Oregon football commits too many penalties but pulls away from Maryland to move to 10-0. Will either of the Ducks’ remaining games before the Big Ten title game be remotely competitive?

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Oregon makes a statement at the Big House

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 17:55:39 -0000

The Oregon football team is showing no signs of slowing down, fresh off a 38-17 road win at Michigan to move to 9-0. What can be parsed out of that game by way of criticism, and what was so dominant about it?

Plus, a look ahead to the initial College Football Playoff rankings, and brief previews for Oregon men’s and women’s basketball.

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Is Oregon the best team in the country?

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:14:53 -0000

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks blew the doors off Illinois on Saturday, going up 35-3 at half en route to a 38-9 win. With four games to go and the clear parity in college football, is Oregon the best team in the country?

Plus, looking back at what made the Illinois game so dominant for the Ducks, and a deeper look across the Big Ten and college football landscape.

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Oregon wallops Purdue, faces real test in Illinois

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:23:48 -0000

The Oregon Ducks are the No. 1 team in the country after putting the hurt on Purdue over the weekend. Can they avoid an upset this week against a tough No. 20 Illinois team?

This week on Ducks Confidential, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break it all down and look ahead to the home stretch of the 2024 season. Plus, basketball is on the horizon!

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Recapping Oregon’s thrilling, historic win over Ohio State

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:20:18 -0000

It was a special night at Autzen Stadium on Saturday. The Oregon Ducks proved their mettle against a powerhouse Ohio State team, winning one of the biggest regular season games in program history in front of a record crowd.

This week on Ducks Confidential, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break down a game filled with defining moments, and zoom out to examine the big picture for Oregon with six games to go.

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Is Oregon-Ohio State the biggest game in Autzen Stadium history?

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:59:15 -0000

Ducks reporter James Crepea and special guest Bill Oram, sports columnist for The Oregonian/OregonLive, review Oregon’s dominant win over Michigan State and what can be taken from the first 5 games as the Ducks prepare for the Buckeyes.

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UCLA recap, Michigan State preview

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:58:49 -0000

The Oregon Ducks took care of business on the road at UCLA, and they return home on a short week to face the Michigan State Spartans on Friday night.

What are some of the keys to this final game before Ohio State, and what should Duck fans want to see out of an Oregon team finding its stride? Plus, could Duck and Beaver fans unite around the return of Jonathan Smith?

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Previewing Oregon’s Big Ten opener at UCLA

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 18:37:00 -0000

After a week off to reflect and recover, the No. 8 Oregon Ducks are set to open Big Ten play against UCLA on Saturday.With a late kick and potentially lop-sided matchup, what can Duck fans expect from this unique trip to the Rose Bowl? Plus, what’s the rest of the Big Ten looking like?

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Oregon blows out the Beavers, looking ahead to Big Ten play

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 17:44:56 -0000

The Oregon Ducks are 3-0 heading into their first Big Ten slate, riding high after a 49-14 win over Oregon State this week.

Can the Ducks maintain momentum and build on the evident progress shown against the Beavers? They’ll have an entire bye week and lead-up to UCLA on Sept. 28 to find out.

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Oregon sneaks past Boise State, previewing Oregon State

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 17:46:58 -0000

A wild, mixed bag of a game led to a last-second win for the Ducks vs. Boise State. Where does the team go from here, and what good and bad can they take away from this one?

Plus, the Oregon State game is here earlier than ever in modern times. What is the emotion like for both fanbases in this unique rivalry moment, and what’s at stake on the field?

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Boise State preview, offensive line woes

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:34:31 -0000

The Oregon Ducks were unhappy and fans left anxious after a 24-14 win over Idaho on Saturday. How does the offensive line respond to a rough performance in game one?

Plus, looking ahead to a matchup with a Boise State team led by superstar running back Ashton Jeanty. Can the Ducks stop (or at least contain) the run, and establish it on the other end?

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Idaho preview, the future of FCS matchups

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 18:00:27 -0000

Week 1 is upon us. The Oregon Ducks are set to host FCS opponent Idaho on Saturday in their 2024 season opener.

On this week’s episode of Ducks Confidential, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea preview the game against the Vandals and examine whether the new era of college football warrants top programs abandoning these sorts of lop-sided matchups in non-conference play.

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Questions on the interior offensive line, wrapping up fall camp

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:52:57 -0000

Injuries to Matthew Bedford and Dave Iuli have the Oregon Ducks’ interior offensive line somewhat in flux as game one sits on the horizon next week.

On this week’s episode of Ducks Confidential, Ryan and James discuss the lone true uncertainty for Oregon entering the season plus some of the other storylines they’re keeping an eye on as Week 1 vs. Idaho approaches.

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AP poll is here, plus notes from fall camp

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 22:15:11 -0000

The Oregon Ducks are No. 3 in the AP and Coaches’ preseason polls, steeped in hype ahead of the 2024 season.

On this week’s episode of Ducks Confidential, co-hosts James Crepea and Ryan Clarke try to extrapolate meaning from the polls and reflect on the weeks gone by at Oregon fall camp. What are the storylines they have their eye on?

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The hype is real for Oregon football in 2024

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 18:31:25 -0000

Fall camp is finally here. The Oregon Ducks have hit the field and are less than four weeks from their season opener vs. Idaho.

After a round of media days and a handful of practices, Ducks beat writers James Crepea and Ryan Clarke look ahead to perhaps the biggest season in program history. On the docket this week: the sheer volume of talent on this roster, outside criticisms of Oregon’s NIL coffers, recruiting updates and more.

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Spring football recap, basketball teams busy in the portal

Thu, 09 May 2024 20:19:41 -0000

Oregon’s spring football game has come and gone, and fans of the Ducks are now waiting eagerly for the start of the 2024 season. What can we take away from an eventful spring?

On this episode of Ducks Confidential, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break down what they heard and saw at spring football practices, and discuss a whirlwind couple of months in the transfer portal for Oregon men’s and women’s basketball.

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Spring football rolls along, reflecting on basketball season

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 19:13:35 -0000

Ducks Confidential is back!

After a few weeks off, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break down what they’ve seen and heard at Oregon football spring practice, and look back on a magical run for Oregon men’s basketball. Plus, plenty to talk about in the transfer portal carousel.

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Oregon women’s basketball wraps a brutal season

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 23:38:03 -0000

It’s over.

14 losses in a row capped a rough finish to the 2023-24 season for Oregon women’s basketball, who lost 79-30 to Colorado on Wednesday in the first round of the Pac-12 tournament.

On this week’s podcast, Ryan Clarke and James Crepea break down what went wrong for Kelly Graves and company this season, and look ahead to the final weekend of the regular season for Oregon men’s hoops.

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Last chance for Oregon women's basketball to break the losing streak

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:56:08 -0000

Eleven losses in a row tie a program record for the Oregon women’s basketball team. Can they break the trend and avoid history on Thursday vs. Cal?

On this week’s episode of Ducks Confidential, an Oregonian Sports podcast, reporters Ryan Clarke and James Crepea discuss Kelly Graves’ squad and reflect on the games gone by for the men’s team as well. Next up for Dana Altman and company? A final Pac-12 trip to McKale Center in Tucson.

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Men’s basketball up and down, spring sports get rolling

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:01:06 -0000

It’s that time again! Oregon baseball and softball’s 2024 seasons are underway.

Ducks Confidential, an Oregonian Sports podcast, has you covered on the diamond and co-hosts James Crepea and Ryan Clarke break down the latest for men’s and women’s basketball as their seasons wind down.

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Recapping signing day and a busy transfer window for Oregon football

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

The Ducks Confidential podcast is back! As we flip the calendar to 2024, beat reporters James Crepea and Ryan Clarke discuss an impressive recruiting period for Oregon football, including a highly-rated Class of 2024 and several talented transfers.

Plus, Ryan and James check in with the Oregon men’s and women’s basketball teams as their Pac-12 schedules turn the corner.

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Oregonian Sports: Ducks lose a heartbreaker, Fiesta Bowl letdown, Bo Nix Heisman chances, did playoff committee get it wrong?

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 01:36:25 -0000

The Oregonian Sports podcast, featuring Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian/OregonLive and KOIN 6's Brenna Greene, takes a look at the Ducks’ loss to Washington, what that did to Bo Nix’s Heisman chances, why facing Liberty in the Fiesta Bowl is a letdown and why Florida State got squeezed.

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Talkin’ Ducks: Oregon Ducks vs. Washington, the rematch; Pac-12 title game preview, predictions

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:16:36 -0000

The No. 5 Oregon Ducks get a second crack at the No. 3 Washington Huskies in the Pac-12 championship game and the Heisman Trophy, and a playoff berth could also be on the line. The Talkin’ Ducks crew of UO legends, Joey Harrington, Jordan Kent and Anthony Newman, along with The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress, gets you ready for the action with their preview show.

The Talkin’ Ducks television show airs on Root Sports NW (check local listings). Episodes can also be found on YouTube. Find Talkin' Ducks every week on the Oregonian Sports podcast channel, anywhere you subscribe.

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Oregonian Sports: Oregon football hits the stretch run with the CFP in its sights

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:20:17 -0000

The Oregon Ducks can wrap up a spot in the Pac-12 championship game as soon as this weekend and with that, a possible – if not likely – bid to the College Football Playoff.

James Crepea, Ducks beat writer for The Oregonian/OregonLive, stops by on this episode of the Oregonian Sports podcast to discuss the state of the Ducks with two games remaining.

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Oregonian Sports: Could the Ducks get shut out of the CFP even if they win out?

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:38:04 -0000

After hammering Cal 63-19 on Saturday, the Oregon Ducks are 8-1 and have a clear track to the College Football Playoff. Or do they? James Crepea and Bill Oram break down the state of the Ducks, as well as Bo Nix’s Heisman chances.

Here are some highlights from this new episode of the Oregonian Sports Podcast:

· After beating Utah, Bill said Bo Nix should be the Heisman frontrunner, then watched in horror as his first pass was picked off against Cal. Then Nix proceeded to tally six TDs.

· The doomsday scenario that could keep the Pac-12 out of the College football playoff, even if the Ducks win out.

· Why James doesn’t think the Big Ten scheduling format is equitable

· How Oregon and Oregon State can keep the rivalry going in 2024

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Talkin' Ducks: Rivalry game recap, Dan Lanning's decisions and Washington Sate preview

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:51:04 -0000

The Talkin’ Ducks crew of former UO legends, Jordan Kent and Anthony Newman, along with The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress give a rivalry game recap, discuss Dan Lanning's decisions and Washington Sate preview.

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Recapping Oregon’s signing day haul, 2022 season

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 00:46:53 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s 2023 recruiting class, look ahead to the Holiday Bowl and assess the 2022 season.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Dan Lanning and the Ducks flip players and perceptions on National Signing Day
Roster churn leaves Ducks, Tar Heels shorthanded in Holiday Bowl
Evaluation of 2022 season

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Recapping the stunning collapse against the Beavers

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 22:51:17 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s loss to Oregon State and look ahead to the questions facing the Ducks ahead of a bowl game and offseason.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

A stunning collapse
The positions Oregon needs to improve this offseason

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Bo Nix’s toughness keeps Oregon's Pac-12 hopes alive, plus previewing OSU game

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s win over Utah.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Bo Nix’s toughness, commitment on display
Oregon’s defense with its best performance of the season
Areas to watch against Oregon State

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Recapping an instant classic, plus Verone McKinley III joins the show

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 18:16:01 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s loss to Washington.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

An instant classic that will live in rivalry lore for varying reasons
Oregon’s defensive weaknesses come back to bite the Ducks
The critical 4th & 1
Q&A with former Oregon and current Miami Dolphins safety Verone McKinley III

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Previewing the Washington game with Seattle Times beat reporter Mike Vorel

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:55:01 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s win over Colorado and preview the rivalry matchup with Washington.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Oregon handles its business against another bad opponent
Contextualizing where Oregon, Bo Nix are now and the opportunity ahead of them
Q&A with Washington beat reporter Mike Vorel of the Seattle Times

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Oregon's offense keeps churning despite some miscues

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 15:13:43 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s win over Cal and preview the trip to Colorado.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Even with miscues, offense racks up points and yards
Why a less than precise performance at Cal may be good for Oregon heading into Colorado
Q&A with Colorado beat reporter Brian Howell of the Boulder Daily Camera

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Oregon offense flying high, defense still vulnerable

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s win over UCLA and preview the trip to Cal.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Bo Nix’s best statistical outing of his career
Offense hitting on all cylinders
Defense still vulnerable but can show signs of progress against Cal
Q&A with Cal beat reporter Jim McGill of Bear Insider

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Top 10 matchup of Oregon, UCLA features clash of strengths

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:43:19 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we preview the top 10 matchup of Oregon and UCLA.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Setting up a marquee matchup
Clashes of strengths vs. strengths and strengths vs. weaknesses
Q&A with UCLA beat reporter James H. Williams of the Orange County Register

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Where the Oregon Ducks stand halfway through the season

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:43:12 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we make midseason assessments of No. 12 Oregon (5-1, 3-0 Pac-12) as it goes through its bye week ahead of hosting No. 11 UCLA on Oct. 22.

Bill Oram, The Oregonian/OregonLive’s sports columnist and the host of our Sports by Northwest podcast, is our guest this week.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Where the offense has impressed
Bo Nix outperforming expectations
Where the defense has to shore up
What it will take for the Ducks to reach the Pac-12 Championship game

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Recapping Stanford win, previewing Arizona matchup with Michael Lev

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:01:10 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s 45-27 win over Stanford and look ahead to the matchup with Arizona.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

A matter of fact win in a series that hasn’t seen many of late
Huge rushing performance for Bo Nix and the Ducks
Penalties have to be addressed
Q&A with Arizona beat reporter Michael Lev of the Arizona Daily Star

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The hidden plays that defined a historic comeback win over WSU

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:01:07 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s 44-41 win over Washington State and look ahead to the matchup with Stanford.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

The hidden plays that defined a historic comeback
Bo Nix’s shows vast improvement in certain scenarios
A slumping Stanford team arrives
Stanford series often brings weirdness

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Oregon throttles BYU, has areas to shore up against Washington State

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 22:04:04 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s 41-20 win over BYU and look ahead to the matchup at Washington State.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Evaluating Oregon’s win over BYU
Where the Ducks are establishing an identity and where questions remain
Q&A with Washington State beat reporter Colton Clark of the Spokesman-Review

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What Oregon can carry over from Eastern Washington win to marquee matchup with BYU

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:14:23 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s 70-14 win over Eastern Washington and look ahead to the marquee matchup with No. 12 BYU.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Evaluating Oregon’s win in the big picture and near term
The few things that carry over and apply from EWU to BYU and beyond
Q&A with BYU beat reporter Jay Drew of the Deseret News

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Many questions face Oregon’s defense, answers won’t be found against Eastern Washington

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 22:56:09 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we recap Oregon’s 49-3 loss to Georgia and look ahead to the home opener with Eastern Washington.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Major questions remain of the defense
The offense had some minor bright spots
Q&A with EWU beat reporter Dan Thompson

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How many games should the Pac-12 season be, plus NIL musings

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 21:31:26 -0000

The Pac-12 is once again tinkering with its championship game and signaled that it is open to reexamining its overall conference schedule. Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) is the talk of the college football world, with high-profile coaches taking verbal shots at each other.

Ah, it's the offseason.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, Aaron Fentress and James Crepea discuss the ideal conference schedule and the NIL ramifications.

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Spring game takeaways, plus Dan Lanning's bold statement

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 22:00:04 -0000

Oregon fans showed up by the tens of thousands in Eugene this weekend for the Ducks’ spring game.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress unpack what fans should be thinking after the public scrimmage in front of some 40,000 fans.

They addressed:

· Bo Nix, Ty Thompson and Jay Butterfield

· The offensive/defensive performance

· Coach Dan Lanning’s bold statement about a certain defender

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Ty Thompson vs Bo Nix, plus basketball season recap

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 20:10:13 -0000

It's the changing of the seasons in Eugene. Basketball is in the rearview mirror and football is shimmering off in the not-too-distant future.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss the men's and women's basketball seasons and some takeaways from the early days of Dan Lanning and crew's rollout in Eugene.

They hit on:

· Women's basketball hit hard by the portal, but talent is on the way

· Altman's disappointing season

· Will the Ducks defense be significantly better on the gridiron? How?

· QB battle: Ty Thompson vs. Bo Nix.

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Dana Altman's Ducks gotta win to get into NCAA Tourney

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:30:21 -0000

If you think the Oregon Ducks had a bad season in men's basketball, imagine what you'll think if they lose to Oregon State this week.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss Dana Altman's strange team this year.

They hit on:

· It's win all four or no tourney

· Thoughts on the NFL Combine

· Women's team's tourney outlook

· Spring football to come

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Do the Oregon men need to win Pac-12 tournament to get into the Big Dance?

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:34:32 -0000

The Oregon Ducks are in rare territory in the Dana Altman era.

Have the Ducks left a situation where it's win the Pac-12 tourney in order to make the Big Dance?

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, Aaron Fentress and James Crepea break down the latest in a topsy-turvy season, plus they talked about the women's squad, recruiting wrap-up and much more:

Topics:

Men’s basketball got itself ahead of the bubble but that bubble has since burst
Women’s basketball on cusp of top 4 finish in Pac-12, possibly No. 2, and top 16 seed in NCAA Tournament.
Recapping Dan Lanning’s first recruiting class
Baseball and softball seasons under way

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Saying goodbye to Travis Dye and CJ Verdell

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 21:15:50 -0000

Travis Dye and CJ Verdell have been at the University of Oregon seemingly forever. Now the two running backs are gone.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss what Verdell's departure to the NFL and Dye's transfer means for the team.

They hit on:

· Their legacies

· The transfer portal and Dye decision

· The leadership vacuum

· The men's basketball team continues to ramp up

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The UO men and women's historic 4-0 sweep against top 10 opponents on the hardwood

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 20:39:42 -0000

The Oregon men's and women's basketball teams were off to uncharacteristically rocky starts this season, for different reasons.

But the University of Oregon emerged from a tough slate of games for both programs against top 10 opponents simply perfect. The UO went 4-0.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress break down what the historic weekend means, how the teams are positioned now and much more.

They discussed:

What are the Duck men doing differently all of a sudden.
How this turnaround differs from past years
The budding rivalry between the Duck women and Arizona
Offseason football tidbits, like Travis Dye's transfer portal decision

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Recapping the Alamo Bowl, the season and looking ahead to Lanning era

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0000

A bowl game occurred.

The Oregon Ducks, or what remained of them, lost.

On this week’s episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss the game but also recap the entire season and look ahead to the Dan Lanning era.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

· Alamo Bowl recap

· What to make of Lanning’s staff

· Position groups to watch

· Thoughts on the transfer portal

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Oregon Ducks land QB Bo Nix, hire OC and Co-DC with Alamo Bowl next week

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 21:42:56 -0000

The Oregon Ducks have made two key coaching hires with the additions of offensive coordinator Kenny Dillingham and co-defensive coordinator Matt Powledge.

Oregon also added former Auburn quarterback Bo Nix to the mix to compete with Ty Thompson, Jay Butterfield and Robby Ashford.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, The Oregonian/OregonLive’s James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss the addition of Nix, as well as the new coaching hires under Dan Lanning.

They hit on:

First impressions of the new guys
The addition of Bo Nix. What does he bring to the QB room?
Ty Thompson, the 2021 backup, is not going to transfer, nor should he. How could the competition play out?
Several players have opted out of the Alamo Bowl game? Good for them or a bad look?
Much more.

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Dan Lanning is on the job at the University of Oregon

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 21:01:48 -0000

Dan Lanning made his official debut Monday in Eugene. The 35-year-old star defensive coordinator of the Georgia Bulldogs inherits big expectations at the University of Oregon. He said he's ready.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, The Oregonian/OregonLive's James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss Lanning's hire and much more.

They hit on:

First impressions of the new guy
What Lanning's hire will mean for recruiting
What can he realistically do with the program
The former players' letter. Much ado about nothing?

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Mario Cristobal's departure and who might succeed him

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 02:10:59 -0000

It’s now time for Oregon Ducks fans, and players, to move on. It’s time for life after Mario Cristobal.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss Cristobal’s departure, the brief legacy he leaves and who might be positioned to inherit the football throne down in Eugene.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

- Thoughts on the departure. How big of a blow is it?

- Who are the coaching candidates (Chip reportedly on UO’s radar)

- Go with a big name or an up and comer?

- Bowl matchup: Real quick look at Oklahoma.

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Ducks avoid Utah hangover and take care of Beavs, gear up for rematch

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 21:59:25 -0000

So much for that Utah hangover.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, Aaron Fentress and James Crepea discuss Oregon's easier-than-the-score indicated win over Oregon State. As James notes, Oregon State went away from its game plan and the Ducks took advantage. Can Utah dominate the Ducks again or have the Ducks regrouped and are geared for stopping the heavy-duty run attack?

They discussed:

Oregon shutdown Oregon State’s rushing attack. Shocked?
What to make of Mario Cristobal's name appearing on some coaching lists.
Lincoln Rileys impact on the Pac-12.
Miami coach still in place. Any chance something happens with Miami and Mario? Should Oregon step up with a reworked deal given the money being thrown around.
Anthony Brown ends Autzen career with arguably his best performance.
Did performance re-establish the Ducks as the conference’s best team after Utah debacle and what do we expect Friday in Vegas. Will they stop the run better or face same issues?
Predictions

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Previewing the biggest Oregon-Oregon State game in years

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:13:20 -0000

Oregon State appears to have rediscovered its mojo at just the right time and the Beavers head to Eugene to face a Ducks squad that is reeling from injuries and a blowout administered

by the Utah Utes.

Storylines abound in what is perhaps the most significant edition of the still unnamed rivalry game since 2009.

This week, The Oregonian/OregonLive's Aaron Fentress, Nick Daschel and James Crepea join forces to break down all the various storylines on a special collaboration edition of the Ducks Confidential and Beaver Banter podcasts

They discussed:

How OSU is feeling coming off huge win over ASU to move to 7-4 most wins since 2013. How will Ducks rebound after devastating loss at Utah
Who wins the battle between Oregon's defense and OSU's running attack
Who has the edge in the quarterback battle?
Breaking down the special teams storylines
Which program needs a win Saturday more

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Ducks square off against Utah in what may be first of 2 showdowns

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 21:36:56 -0000

The Oregon Ducks don't need your stinking style points.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, Aaron Fentress and James Crepea discuss the 9-1 Ducks' latest victory, the 38-24 win over Washington State. Oregon is still in the driver's seat to make the College Football Playoff.

They also discussed:

· Byron Cardwell's emergence

· Antony Brown Jr. the runner is taking flight

· Mycah Pittman transfers. Big deal?

· Utah matchup: Is this the BIG one (until pac-12 title rematch)?

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Ducks flex defensive ....prowess... against Washington

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 20:14:53 -0000

The Oregon Ducks just keep winning, and beat writer James Crepea said the defense showed up in a big way against the Washington Huskies this weekend.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, Crepea and Aaron Fentress dissect the 26-16 victory and where the Ducks stand today.

Some highlights:

Travis Dye runs all day
Brown Jr. looked shaky against a good secondary
Reaction to UW Coach Jimmy Lake hitting a player
The tasty drama of Mario Cristobal on Kayvon Thibodeaux's Instagram
Look ahead to WSU

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The Alabama vs. Cincinnati rankings debate, and why the committee got it wrong

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 22:00:00 -0000

On this episode of The College Football Playoff Show, the first rankings are out, and the committee putting Alabama at No. 2 and Cincinnati at No. 6 has Doug Lesmerises and Shehan Jeyarajah fired up.

First, the guys think about adding Wake Forest and Notre Dame to the playoff discussion, and at the end, they kick out either Iowa or Ole Miss.

In between, with the help of the text subscribers, they dive into whether the committee is setting up Alabama to make the playoff as a two-loss team if the Tide loses to Georgia in the SEC title game. And what does Cincinnati have to do if the committee thinks only its win over Notre Dame matters so far?

Among the other discussions:

Which teams control their own destiny?
Did the committee get the Oregon-Ohio State order right?
What do they think of Michigan State at No. 3?
Why are three-loss Mississippi State and Wisconsin ranked so high?

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Ducks make the top four in College Football Playoff ranking, but will it last?

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:17:39 -0000

The Oregon Ducks are ranked 4th in the first College Football Playoff rankings, meaning the Ducks would be in if the playoffs started today.

It doesn't.

There's so much football left to be played.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress play out all the various scenarios after digesting the first playoff rankings.

They also discussed:

· Does 12-1 get the Ducks in, for sure?

· The young running backs finally show flashes in Colorado win

· The U-Dub game and the nonsense surrounding it thanks to Lake's comments

· Ways the Ducks could lose the game

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Anthony Brown Jr. finding some favorite targets, plus Kayvon Thibodeaux goes supernova

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 20:27:46 -0000

The perpetually stylish Oregon Ducks keep winning without, well, style points.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress say that’s a-OK. The Ducks play in the Pac-12 Conference, after all.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

· Brown Jr came up big, aside from a couple picks (one of which coaches say wasn’t his fault)

· Travis Dye fights through migraine to have 4 TDs

· Kayvon Thibodeaux is a supernova

· 14 seconds previewing the Colorado game

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Kayvon Thibodeaux, Travis Dye and consistent inconsistencies

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:17:06 -0000

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, Aaron Fentress and James Crepea the consistently inconsistent Ducks. Despite the inconsistencies, Oregon is still ranked in the top ten.

Oh, and they may have one of the best players in college football (See Thibodeaux, Kayvon).

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

· Recapping the goal line stand

· Travis Dye’s strong showing

· Anthony Brown Jr….clutch?

· Chip and UCLA await.

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Previewing the Cal game, Ty Thompson talk, Travis Dye and more

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:13:41 -0000

The wounded Oregon Ducks got a much-needed bye week, but many of the injuries to the team’s best players are season-ending. Some injured players are returning. However, the rest gave the ninth-ranked Ducks time to figure out what team to be on the second half of the season.

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss the path forward and the myriad uncertainties surrounding Eugene. The Ducks face Cal on Friday.

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Wounded Ducks limp into bye week with many questions

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 20:47:43 -0000

The Oregon Ducks remain ranked in the top 10, but catastrophic injuries to some of the team's best players are now the biggest storyline of the season.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss the devastating injuries to C.J. Verdell, Bennett Williams and others. They talked about if the Ducks could patch things together to regroup, whether it's time to look to a different quarterback and much more.

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Ducks keep winning in efficient, not flashy ways

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 19:30:00 -0000

The Oregon Ducks remain unbeaten headed into what’s historically been a tough game against the Stanford Cardinal.

But do the Ducks have reason to be concerned given the uneven performances in recent weeks, or is it much ado about nothing given the comfortable wins? On the latest

episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss all things Ducks.

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The Ducks are the undisputed Pac-12 leaders as conference play ramps up

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 21:08:19 -0000

As the Pac-12 conference schedule begins in earnest this weekend, the Oregon Ducks are undisputedly the conference’s standard-bearers.

Do they have what it takes to run the table? Or will they get tripped up, as other Duck squads have before?

On this week’s episode of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress touched briefly on the Stony Brook performance and spin it forward to Arizona, which is the only winless team in the conference.

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Recapping the Ohio State game, the biggest win in Cristobal's era

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 20:22:38 -0000

Have the Oregon Ducks finally arrived, again, on the national stage thanks to the thrilling victory on the road against Ohio State? What pitfalls may await Mario Cristobal's team, if any?

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, The Oregonian/OregonLive's James Crepea and Aaron Fentress recap all the major takeaways from what is easily one of the most significant regular season wins in school history.

They discussed:

CJ Verdell’s performance
Cam McCormick’s devastating injury woes continue
The great play-calling and execution by the offense (and Ohio State’s blunders)
Did the defense play better than the yardage indicated?
USC’s coaching position
The road to a playoff appearance is there, but where are the slipups?
The Stony Brook game, briefly

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Kayvon Thibodeaux day-to-day recovering from ankle sprain

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 07:08:56 -0000

LB Dru Mathis (left leg) out vs. Ohio State, DBs Jamal Hill and DJ James avilable vs. Ohio State, men's basketball to host Baylor Dec. 18

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Will Anthony Brown Jr. and the Ducks rise to the occasion?

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 19:27:32 -0000

What should we make of the Oregon Ducks narrow victory over the Fresno State Bulldogs and what does it say, if anything, about the team's chances against the Ohio State Buckeyes this week?

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress talk about the week one performance and look ahead to the game of the week in college football.

Can Anthony Brown Jr. rise to the occasion against the Buckeyes? Will Kayvon Thibodeaux play? What chances do the Ducks have? James and Aaron looked back at week one and looked ahead to the big showdown.

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Fresno State preview, plus breaking down the Ducks' depth chart

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 20:56:01 -0000

Gameday is almost here.

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress breakdown the Oregon Ducks' depth chart and discuss why Fresno State is such a good week one opponent.

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Freshman Troy Franklin to start at X receiver

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:46:15 -0000

OL Jonathan Denis out indefinitely, kicking job up for grabs, men's basketball won't host Michigan in 2021-22

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What about this Ducks team could make it elite?

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 03:32:03 -0000

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, The Oregonian/OregonLive's James Crepea and Aaron Fentress talk about the big somewhat news from the Pac-12, ACC and Big 10, plus they discussed the latest position battles on display in Eugene and closed it out by discussing what about this team could make it elite.

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Second fall scrimmage back and forth; Byron Cardwell 2 TDs

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:59:28 -0000

4-star DB Jalil Tucker commits to move 2022 class to top 5, Oregon MBB to play Arizona & Cal just once in 2021-22

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Fall camp insights and observations, plus just how many sacks could Kayvon Thibodeaux get?

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:39:07 -0000

On the latest episode of Ducks Confidential, James Crepea and Aaron Fentress discuss the state of the Ducks football team as the clock ticks toward the season opener. They talked about Kayvon Thibodeaux's greatness, the depth chart at some key positions, in interior defensive line players to watch and the talented youngsters in waiting at the quarterback position.

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Looking back at Oregon Ducks sports in 2020-21

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:28:07 -0000

In this edition of the podcast, Ducks beat reporter James Crepea looks back at the 2020-21 sports year for Oregon and the many successes for

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Eugene Omoruyi headed to NBA G League Elite Camp

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 13:47:12 -0000

Chris Duarte not participating in NBA Combine, women's basketball 3x3 team loses in semifinals, Sedona Prince and Team USA 3-0 in Americup

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Previewing Oregon baseball's NCAA Regional, recapping Oregon softball's season

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:27:16 -0000

In this edition of the Ducks Confidential podcast we preview Oregon baseball's NCAA Regional and recap Oregon softball's 2021 season

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Oregon baseball is No. 14 seed in NCAA Tournament

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:57:08 -0000

Amauri Hardy declares for NBA Draft

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Oregon women's basketball assistant salary pool remains in line with 2020-21

Mon, 31 May 2021 08:47:39 -0000

Ducks add women's basketball JUCO All-American, softball SS Alyssa Brito to transfer, football kickoff times sets, Robby Ashford sticking to football for 2021, NDSU game rescheduled

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Oregon softball doesn't get a top 16 seed in NCAA Tournament

Tue, 18 May 2021 13:16:57 -0000

Brooke Yanez repeats as Pac-12 pitcher of the week, Baseball back in top 10, latest budget projections call for $55 million loss in FY2021, Te-Hina Paopao makes USA U19 World Cup team

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Analyzing Oregon softball's NCAA Tournament seeding and previewing a huge week for Ducks baseball

Tue, 18 May 2021 12:32:01 -0000

Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea breaks down the controversial seeding of Oregon softball in the NCAA Tournament and the Austin Regional matchup with Texas. Oregon baseball also prepares for a pivotal homestand against Gonzaga and Stanford.

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Oregon at Ohio State to kick off at 9 a.m. PT on Sept. 11

Fri, 14 May 2021 17:47:14 -0000

Oregon women's basketball adds transfers Ahlise Hurst from New Mexico and Taylor Hosendove of Georgia State, Ducks baseball reschedules game with Gonzaga, Ducks softball opens series at Cal with 2-0 win

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Joe Moorhead, Bryan McClendon, Rod Chance sign new contracts

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:48:37 -0000

Chandler and Johnathan Lawson commit to Memphis, Eric Williams Jr. to test NBA Draft waters, softball adds a transfer

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Chris Duarte named third team AP All-American

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 13:45:45 -0000

Oregon men's basketball favored against VCU on Saturday, Oregon women's basketball No. 23 in poll and No. 6 seed vs. No. 11 seed South Dakota, Oregon softball season-high in polls entering Pac-12 play, Softball SS Alyssa Brito named Pac-12 player and freshman of the week, Oregon baseball enters polls after beating Oregon State, Baseball's Robert Ahlstrom named Pac-12 pitcher of the week

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Oregon men's basketball takes over 1st place in Pac-12

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 17:12:28 -0000

Oregon vs. Oregon State in Pac-12 women's basketball tournament, Oregon softball season opener delayed until Saturday, Ducks 2021 Pac-12 schedule set

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Keith Heyward not returning to staff in 2021, reportedly leaving for Cal

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 15:32:05 -0000

Tim DeRuyter hired as defensive coordinator, Anthony Brown among players returning, men's basketball drops from AP poll and No. 25 in coaches, women's basketball No. 11 in AP poll

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Oregon drops out of polls to end 2020 season

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:52:50 -0000

Men's basketball program on pause and games vs. Arizona State, Arizona postponed, Women's basketball at Arizona State postponed

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Thibodeaux, Wright lead 5 Oregon all-Pac-12 honorees

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 20:00:00 -0000

Thibodeaux, Wright lead 5 Oregon all-Pac-12 honorees. Men's basketball No. 25, women's basketball No. 8

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A wild week has Oregon playing USC for the Pac-12 Championship

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:02:26 -0000

Recapping a wild week in the Pac-11, how we got to Oregon vs. USC and how the Ducks and Trojans matchup on the field entering Friday's Pac-12 Championship game

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Oregon to play in Pac-12 championship game against USC

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:43:52 -0000

Several injured players expected back and others questionable, USC leading rusher doubtful, men's basketball adds game vs. San Francisco, women's basketball No. 7 and plays at Washington and Washington State this weekend

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With Oregon vs. Washington canceled, what's next for the Ducks?

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 23:05:44 -0000

With the Oregon-Washington game canceled we explore the various options for the Ducks this week and next week and talk some hoops as well

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Oregon drops out of AP poll after loss at Cal

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 18:16:23 -0000

Oregon men's basketball out of AP poll and beats Eastern Washington, Eugene Omoruyi named Pac-12 player of the week, Women's basketball up to No. 8 plays Oregon State on Saturday

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Breaking down No. 22 Oregon vs. Cal, start of hoops season

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 12:12:08 -0000

The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Ducks beat reporter James Crepea previews Saturday’s game between the No. 22 Ducks (3-1) and Cal and the start of college basketball season.

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Oregon drops in polls after losing to Oregon State

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 18:25:15 -0000

Several injured starters expected back and others out, No. 21 men's basketball to open season vs. Missouri and Seton Hall, No. 10 women's basketball starts 2-0 and opens Pac-12 play this weekend

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Previewing Oregon vs. Oregon State

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 06:39:11 -0000

In this edition of the Ducks Confidential podcast, we break down the rivalry matchup of the No. 15 Ducks and Beavers.

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Oregon debuts at No. 15 in CFP

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 16:09:38 -0000

Dontae Manning out and JR Waters moves to CB, change likely coming at kicker, men's basketball season opener postponed

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Oregon at 11/13 in polls

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:42:05 -0000

Tyler Shough named to Davey O'Brien Great 8, TEs returning and others still out, women's basketball No. 3 preseason, Erin Boley and Sedona Prince all-pac-12

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Oregon up to 11/12 in polls

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 17:25:56 -0000

PFF raves on OL, Deommodore Lenoir; 4 p.m. kick at Washington State

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Previewing Oregon's season opener against Stanford

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:16:05 -0000

In this edition of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James previews Oregon's season opener against Stanford and the areas where the Ducks have matchups advantages

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Depth chart released: No starting QB named

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:04:12 -0000

Stanford down 2 top defenders, Pac-12 announces game week testing protocols

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What we've learned during Oregon's fall camp

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 20:11:29 -0000

On this edition of the Ducks Confidential podcast, James shares details on the Oregonian/OregonLive's new College Insider subscription service and what readers will get and how they'll engage with reporters. He also shares what's been gleaned from Oregon's fall camp so far.

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Brady Breeze opts out, declares for NFL Draft

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:40:10 -0000

Andrew Johnson Jr. transfers, Ducks move up in polls, 2020 schedule released

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Pac-12 football is back, what the Oregon Ducks could look like in 2020

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:56:47 -0000

In this edition of the podcast, Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea goes over the Pac-12's decision to resume football season starting Nov. 6-7, what Oregon's schedule could look like and the top personnel matters to be decided

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Vote expected from Pac-12 Thursday

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 09:44:51 -0000

Bay Area municipalities have to approve, nonconference basketball TBD

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Mycah Pittman, Tyler Shough call for Pac-12 to start season

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:01:49 -0000

NCAA Division I Council to vote on basketball season start date

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Penei Sewell opts out, declares for NFL Draft

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:31:16 -0000

Steven Jones favorite to take over at LT

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Penei Sewell's impact at Oregon, who will the Ducks go to next at left tackle?

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:04:02 -0000

Penei Sewell opted out of the 2020-21 college football season and begins preparing for the NFL Draft. Ducks beat reporter James Crepea looks back at Sewell's college career and who Oregon could turn to to replace him.

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2022 recruiting contact begins

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 12:18:11 -0000

Initial NIL proposals due, Brady Breeze on Campbell watch

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NCAA grants fall athletes extra eligibility

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:12:51 -0000

Preseason AP poll coming, preseason All-Americans expected

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NCAA DI Council to recommend eligibilty

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 13:00:40 -0000

George Moore granted 6th year

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Looking back at many questions still unanswered with Pac-12 football season on the brink

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 14:51:20 -0000

On this edition of Ducks Confidential, Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea looks back at the overarching questions and issues facing college sports and college football this offseason, and how their many of them remaining unanswered played into why the Pac-12 football season is on the brink of delay, postponement to the spring or cancellation

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Pac-12 CEO group to decide on football season

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 13:10:44 -0000

Uncertainty reigns

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Voluntary workouts begin today

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:37:43 -0000

Yovan and Matthews returning and Ashford arriving for baseball, McClendon contract has pandemic clause, women's basketball schedule work in progress

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North Dakota State football begins on-campus workouts 2 weeks before Oregon

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 10:36:38 -0000

Mario Cristobal, Rob Mullens issue statements regarding killing of George Floyd

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Oregon Gov. Kate Brown will make sure Ducks not at competitive disadvantage

Tue, 26 May 2020 11:38:43 -0000

Pac-12 commissioner Larry Scott says league believes athletes safer and healthier if on campus, Ohio State AD Gene Smith not open to flipping sites of football series

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Reviewing Oregon's defense after spring

Tue, 26 May 2020 11:04:20 -0000

Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea breaks down Oregon's defense position by position after spring practice

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The many questions that must be answered for college football to return

Mon, 18 May 2020 14:25:24 -0000

In this edition of the podcast, Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea details some of the many questions that need to be answered before college football can return

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Oregon assistant coahes contracts extended with 10 percent pay cuts

Mon, 18 May 2020 13:33:05 -0000

Spring seniors costs $525,000, No talks of flipping sites of Ohio State series

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Reviewing Oregon's offense after spring

Mon, 11 May 2020 07:15:50 -0000

Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea breaks down Oregon's offense position by position after spring practice

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UO president Schill 'hoping' football played in 2020

Mon, 04 May 2020 19:28:08 -0000

Basketball adds transfer Amauri Hardy, football lands commit

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Justin Herbert drafted by the Chargers, what they expect from him and if Oregon maximized his talent

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 17:29:27 -0000

Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea discusses the Los Angeles Chargers drafting Justin Herbert with the No. 6 pick. The Chargers' plans for the former Ducks quarterback and whether or not Oregon maximized his talent and ability.

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Justin Herbert leads 4 Oregon players drafted

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:16:07 -0000

When will Herbert win job, Troy Dye to Minnesota, Shane Lemieux to NY, Jake Hanson to Green Bay, 6 undrafted free agents, Francis Okoro to Saint Louis

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Oregon dominates WNBA Draft

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Bryan McClendon hired as WRs coach, Francis Okoro enters transfer portal, Where will Justin Herbert go?

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Oregon dominates WNBA Draft, Ducks football coaching staff makes another upgrade

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:21:59 -0000

Oregon dominated Friday's WNBA Draft, as expected, with Sabrina Ionescu going No. 1 to New York, Satou Sabally going No. 2 to Dallas and Ruthy Hebard going No. 8 to the Chicago Sky. Ducks football continued its offseason upgrades to its offensive coaching staff with the hiring of Bryan McClendon as receivers coach. McClendon was the former offensive coordinator at South Carolina.

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Oregon to dominate WNBA draft this week

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Cam McCormick granted 2 years of additional eligibility, Justin Herbert to take part in NFL Draft virtually, Oregon softball ends in top 10

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Will Oregon's Big 3 all be taken in first round of WNBA Draft?

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 10:38:13 -0000

Oregon is expected to dominate Friday's WNBA Draft, with Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally expected to be the No. 1 and 2 picks, respectively, and Ruthy Hebard also expected to be selected in the first round. On the football front, Cam McCormick was granted two additional years of eligibility.

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Mario Cristobal "very optimistic" for football in 2020

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 17:08:04 -0000

QB Anthony Brown commits to Oregon, Tyler Shough the starter leaving spring, decisions to come from UO spring sports seniors, Holly Winterburn & Lucy Cochrane transfer, more women's basketball awards, Rob Mullens taking a pay cut

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What Anthony Brown's commitment means to Oregon's QB competition

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:04:04 -0000

Oregon landed a commitment from graduate transfer QB Anthony Brown. Ducks beat reporter James Crepea breaks down what Brown brings to Oregon's QB battle it what it means for Tyler Shough. Mario Cristobal also shared his approach to the unusual offseason. Decisions are looming from Oregon's spring sports seniors.

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Sabrina Ionescu and Payton Pritchard garner more awards, could earn more this week

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Oregon lost to Michigan in Elite Eight of mock NCAA Tournament, NCAA to decide on additional eligibility for spring sports athletes on Monday

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Will the NCAA grant additional eligibility to spring sports athletes?

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 10:19:01 -0000

On this week's edition of Ducks Confidential, Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea discusses the NCAA's upcoming decision on whether to grant additional eligibility to spring sports athletes, what that could look like now and how it could be impacted in the long term. Also, an interview with Oregon baseball coach Mark Wasikowski.

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Oregon cancels spring football game

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Sabrina Ionescu, Payton Pritchard and Kelly Graves all Naismith finalists for women’s, men’s and women’s coach of the year. Ionescu & Pritchard AP All-Americans. NCAA grants waivers for memberships rules, will decides additional eligibility for spring athletes on March 30.

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Oregon cancels spring football game, more basketball accolades and NCAA to decide on additional spring sports eligibility

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 11:54:56 -0000

On the March 23 edition of Ducks Confidential, Oregon beat reporter James Crepea of The Oregonian and OregonLive discusses Oregon canceling its spring football game, more basketball accolades coming in for Ducks men and women and the NCAA to decide on additional spring sports eligibility

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Sabrina Ionescu issues first remarks since NCAA Tournament canceled

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0000

UO finance and facilities committee approves video board project with full board vote to come Tuesday, Oregon seeking new director of football recruiting

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The great unknown ahead for college sports, Oregon men's and women's basketball left with what-ifs after NCAA Tournaments canceled

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:08:01 -0000

In the latest edition of Ducks Confidential, Oregon beat reporter James Crepea discusses some of the many issues the NCAA must decide on for spring sports affected by canceled seasons as a result of the coronavirus and the many what-ifs for Oregon women's and men's basketball after their seasons were cut short before the NCAA Tournaments

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Oregon women's basketball wins Pac-12 regular season title, men's basketball still vying for No. 1 seed in Pac-12, softball goes 3-2 in Oklahoma, baseball sweeps Milwaukee

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:08:57 -0000

Oregon women's basketball ends the regular season with its third straight Pac-12 regular season title and enters the Pac-12 Tournament on a 16-game win streak.

Oregon men's basketball beat Oregon State and controls its own fate in a quest for the No. 1 seed in the Pac-12 Tournament.

Oregon softball goes 3-2 in Oklahoma and should drop slightly in the polls after losses to Louisville and Oklahoma State.

Oregon baseball sweeps Milwaukee. Starting rotation and back end of bullpen doing well.

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Headlines 3/2: Women's basketball wins third straight Pac-12 regular season title, Men's basketball vying for No. 1 seed in Pac-12 Tourney, softball and baseball recaps

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:05:51 -0000

Headlines for Monday, March 2:

Oregon women's basketball ends the regular season with its third straight Pac-12 regular season title and 16=game win streak

Oregon men's basketball beats Oregon State and controls its own fate in a quest for the No. 1 seed in the Pac-12 Tournament

Oregon softball goes 3-2 in Oklahoma and should drop slightly in the polls

Oregon baseball sweeps Milwaukee

7 former Ducks take part in NFL Combine

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Headlines 2/25: Oregon men's basketball splits Desert trip, women's basketball clinches Pac-12 title, NFL Combine begins

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 07:54:37 -0000

Oregon beat reporter James Crepea of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com discusses Oregon men's basketball's weekend split at Arizona State and Arizona, Oregon women's basketball clinching the Pac-12 regular season title behind Sabrina Ionescu and 7 Ducks attending the NFL Combine

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Recapping Oregon women's basketball's weekend sweep, Oregon men's loss at Oregon State, Oregon softball's 5-0 start

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 04:41:15 -0000

On the first full episode of Ducks Confidential, Oregon Ducks beat reporter James Crepea recaps Oregon women's basketball's weekend sweep of Arizona and Arizona State, Oregon men's basketball's loss at Oregon State and Oregon softball's 5-0 start to the season

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Coming soon: Ducks Confidential, an Oregon Ducks podcast from The Oregonian/OregonLive

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 22:28:34 -0000

James Crepea, Oregon Ducks beat reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, introduces our new podcast. Ducks Confidential will cover football, recruiting, spring practice, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, softball, baseball and more, bringing you insight into all of Oregon’s top programs. Subscribe today and don't miss a single episode.

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