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Oregon football entered College Football Playoff quarterfinal week with uncertainty surrounding one of its most productive offensive players—but optimism soon followed. As preparations for the matchup against Texas Tech intensified, head coach Dan Lanning provided encouraging news regarding freshman running back Jordon Davison, addressing a key storyline in the Ducks’ postseason outlook. Davison exited Oregon’s […]

The 2025 Oregon football season continues after a big win this past weekend against James Madison. The Ducks advanced to the College Football Playoff semifinals after beating James Madison 51-34. They are playing Texas Tech next in the quarterfinals at the Orange Bowl in Miami, and head coach Dan Lanning says he thinks it is […]

Dan Lanning’s Oregon Ducks officially punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff quarterfinals on Saturday night, but the Ducks’ dominant 51-34 win over James Madison Dukes came with a dose of frustration from head coach Dan Lanning. For much of the night, Oregon looked every bit like a national title contender. The Ducks raced […]

Oregon football entered Autzen Stadium favored by more than 20 points against James Madison. The College Football Playoff meeting immediately lived up to the hype — of an Oregon onslaught. The host Ducks raced to the early 13-3 first quarter lead. But then increased the advantage to 34-3 — all before halftime. Dante Moore shredded […]

Oregon football returns to the College Football Playoff spotlight for the second straight year. This time Dan Lanning and the Ducks have one of the Cinderella teams in James Madison on deck. JMU is a massive underdog here — entering Autzen Stadium with the Ducks favored by nearly 22 points. It’s also the first time […]

The expanded 12-team College Football Playoff sparked controversy since its inception. Tulane and James Madison sneaking in ignited bitterness out of Notre Dame. But it also places both in this position: Becoming the potential CFP Cinderella. The odds are stacked greatly against both, though. Reigning American Athletic Conference (AAC) champ Tulane goes into Southeastern Conference […]

As Dan Lanning’s Oregon Ducks prepare for its College Football Playoff opener against James Madison Dukes, one of the Ducks’ biggest challenges isn’t talent, it’s timing. Several key wide receivers are working their way back from injury, and head coach Dan Lanning acknowledged the delicate balance required to reintegrate them without disrupting what has already […]

In a recruiting world that rarely slows down, one of the biggest names on Oregon’s football team board just chose to stay put somewhere else. Five-star 2026 wideout Chris Henry Jr., son of the late former Bengals receiver Chris Henry, went on the Pat McAfee Show and reaffirmed his commitment to Ohio State, even after […]

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning had bright remarks to say about his incoming freshman standout defender in Jett Washington. Washington officially signed with the Ducks on Wednesday, joining the program for the 2026 season. Lanning gave his thoughts on the star safety, praising his skillset and how beneficial he will be to the defense. […]

Oregon football locked in a top five college football recruiting class Wednesday. All during the Ducks’ push to the College Football Playoffs. However, one four-star signing revealed Texas attempted to flip him through a five-month long push. Ventura High edge rusher/linebacker Tristan Phillips spoke exclusively with ClutchPoints on his signing day. He joins his quarterback […]

Kentucky football has the replacement for Mark Stoops lined up. Stoops’ firing Sunday opened the door for a high-profile assistant from Oregon to come over. Multiple reports Monday revealed Ducks offensive coordinator Will Stein is off to Lexington. Pete Nakos and Chris Low of On3/Rivals revealed a deal is indeed in the works to lure […]

Dan Lanning doesn’t have to admit it, but when Ohio State beat Michigan in their annual border war and clinched a spot in the Big Ten Championship Game, the top-ranked team in the country did the Ducks a favor. If Ohio State had lost to Michigan for a fifth consecutive year, Oregon would have been […]

The Oregon Ducks football team continues to thrive under Dan Lanning, and the reason goes far beyond talent or tactics. The fourth-year head coach has built a player-led culture rooted in self-awareness and accountability — principles that have powered the program back to national prominence. Lanning holds an impressive 45-7 record, the best winning percentage […]

Outside of a 30-20 loss to then seventh-ranked Indiana in mid-October, the 2025 season has once again been business as usual for the Oregon football program. Head coach Dan Lanning’s Ducks took down previously No. 15-ranked USC at home this past Saturday, 42-27. Lanning’s pregame hype speech has ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler speculate about […]

The coaching carousel is out of control in college football this season. California football is the latest power 4 program looking for a new head coach, after Justin Wilcox got fired. A former Golden Bears player with ties to Dan Lanning and Nick Saban is seen as the top candidate for the job. Former Cal […]

Bryce Boettcher has been one of the Oregon Ducks’ most consistent defenders this season, leading the team with 72 tackles while anchoring a defense that ranks among the nation’s best. The former walk-on has dominated in the Ducks’ Big Ten battles throughout the year. His persistence finally earned him an offensive opportunity on Senior Night […]

Dan Lanning’s No. 7 Oregon squad took care of business against Lincoln Riley’s No. 15 USC team on Saturday, closing its home slate with a convincing 42-27 win on senior day that strengthened its case for a second-straight College Football Playoff appearance. But after the game, it wasn’t just the Ducks’ performance that sparked attention, […]

The Oregon football program got another big win on Saturday. No. 7 Oregon beat No. 15 USC 42-27 in another impressive game by QB Dante Moore. But despite getting the win, Oregon’s head coach had mixed feelings about Saturday’s game. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning was both proud and disappointed with his team after beating […]

Oregon football coach Dan Lanning has had a memorable season. Lanning has his Oregon team in the mix once again for a Big Ten championship. While speaking on ESPN’s College GameDay show on Saturday, Lanning affirmed his commitment to the Oregon program. “I appreciate what I have here so much. This will be my spot. […]

There isn’t much in terms of big games on the horizon for Week 13 of the college football season, but all eyes will descend on Eugene on Saturday afternoon for the biggest game of the day. College GameDay will be in town for the matchup between No. 15 USC and No. 7 Oregon in what […]

The 2025 Oregon football team has been a juggernaut when compared to some of the expectations for the Ducks after some thought they would fall a bit after last season. The Oregon defense has been great, and the offense has had playmakers step up when needed as well. They are also coming off an escape […]

The Big Ten features six teams inside the top 25 of the College Football Playoff rankings. Ohio State and Indiana lead those rankings, and continue leading the conference here. But there’s movement after OSU and IU in the week 12 version of the conference standings. 1. Ohio State (-) The Buckeyes continue to extend their […]

At some point in every college football season, CFP contenders across the country need to dig deep and get a win in an ugly game to keep their national title hopes alive. On Saturday, it was Oregon football’s turn. Playing in a downpour on the road against No. 20 Iowa, Dan Lanning and the Ducks […]

The No. 9 Oregon Ducks pull through the Week 11 matchup against the Iowa Hawkeyes with a big 18-16 win. It was a hard-fought game throughout, as quarterback Dante Moore marched his team down the field in the final drive for the victory. After the contest, Dan Lanning shared his immediate reaction to the wild […]

The No. 9 Oregon Ducks advance to 8-1 on the season after taking down the Iowa Hawkeyes in an 18-16 thriller. It was a truly tough battle, as neither team could throw the ball well, but ultimately, Dante Moore helped lead his team to a big win thanks to a clutch final drive. After Iowa […]

The 2025 Oregon football team has had a great year. They are 7-1 and have looked dominant at times this season, with their only loss coming to Indiana. However, in the first College Football Playoff rankings, the Ducks appeared at No. 9. This ranking was surprisingly low, considering the Ducks’ performance at times this season, […]

The first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2025 season brought an unexpected twist for Oregon fans. Despite sitting at No. 6 in both the Associated Press and Coaches Polls, the Ducks landed at No. 9 in the initial CFP rankings. Committee chair and Baylor athletic director Mack Rhoades explained the decision during ESPN’s broadcast, […]

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning is undoubtedly one of college football’s leading figures, and it would take an enormous financial effort to pry him away from Eugene. Contrary to reports linking him to open positions at programs like LSU and Penn State, Lanning has made it clear he has no intention of leaving Oregon. […]

Dan Lanning-to-LSU chatter hit overdrive after Brian Kelly’s firing, but voices like Josh Pate quickly poured cold water on it, arguing Lanning’s Oregon setup is too strong to leave and that the money and infrastructure tied to Phil Knight make a serious pursuit unrealistic. Pate’s read tracks with Lanning’s own history of choosing continuity after […]

Five different Big Ten teams bring winning streaks in tow into Week 10. That includes Ohio State, which gets a Penn State team undergoing new leadership. Meanwhile, which teams make the biggest jump from the Week 9 power rankings? 1. Ohio State (-) The Buckeyes will likely play with a heavy heart amid the sudden […]

After firing Brian Kelly, the LSU football program is without a head coach. And, if Josh Pate is correct, Oregon’s Dan Lanning will not be filling that vacancy. Since leading Oregon back-to-back double-digit win seasons in his first two years as a head coach, including a 2024 Fiesta Bowl victory, Lanning has been a popular […]

Oregon surprisingly struggled to put Wisconsin away in Week 9, but its biggest scare came in the third quarter. Quarterback Dante Moore suffered an injury scare and briefly left the game, but head coach Dan Lanning has since shut down concerns of any potential long-term issue. Moore took an inadvertent hit to the face from […]

Oregon Ducks football head coach Dan Lanning and the team are preparing for one of their most interesting challenges of the 2025 season — a matchup that’s as unpredictable as any they’ve faced. The Ducks, ranked No. 6 nationally, host the Wisconsin Badgers football team Saturday at Autzen Stadium in a Big Ten clash defined […]

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning offered a raw take on the harsh realities of major college football after Penn State fired James Franklin. His comments show the unforgiving nature of coaching at the highest level.​ “That’s the business that we’re in. It’s a heavy pressure position, there’s high expectations, fanbases want to win — they […]

Oregon football lost a brief grip on the Big Ten title chase. But fumbled control of it right in front of Autzen Stadium, taking the 30-20 loss to Indiana. The Hoosiers entered one of the louder venues in the nation having no previous wins over a road top five foe. Oregon entered with extensive history […]

Dan Lanning gave starting quarterback Dante Moore some valuable advice following the No. 3 Oregon Ducks’ 30-20 loss to the No. 7 Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday evening. It was a big matchup for both teams. They entered the matchup with perfect 5-0 records, understanding that someone was going to be 6-0 while the other sustained their […]

The hype is real surrounding Oregon Football as they take on Indiana on Saturday. There was head coach Dan Lanning taking his shirt off on College Gameday and alumni Sabrina Ionescu being the guest picker. On Saturday’s pregame show, famed analyst Kirk Herbstreit pledged his allegiance to the Beaver State by hopping on a motorcycle […]

Dan Lanning just reminded college football fans why he is so beloved at Oregon. The fourth-year coach is never afraid to do what it takes to get his fan base behind him, as he showed once again with Pat McAfee on College GameDay. With the ESPN show in Eugene for the massive Week 7 matchup […]

With the Oregon football team preparing for a showdown against Indiana on Saturday, the team is led by the young and impressive head coach Dan Lanning. As Lanning keeps building the winning culture of the Oregon football team, the 39-year-old speaks about the speculation of leaving the program at some point. Lanning has accomplished wonders […]