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Hallelujah! CFB in 2024 is moving on from a Four Team Invitational and into the realm of a true playoff (PO.) I’ve already, FWIW, looked at the 2024 SEC contenders. Let’s look at OBD, and the other B1G contenders with a B1G chance to go Delightful Dozen dancing in 2024. It’s odds-on that the B1G will place four or maybe ... Which B1G Teams in the 2024 Delighted Dozen Playoff? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Hallelujah! CFB in 2024 is moving on from a Four Team Invitational and into the realm of a true playoff (PO.) I’ve already, FWIW, looked at the...

2023 saw one of the most experienced Oregon teams in memory playing high-level football from the start of the season until the very end. But with some recent announcements, 2024 looks to see an even more experienced group. The Stud Linebacker Jeffery Bassa announced his return to Eugene, in a move that was only a little surprising. Bassa has turned his ... Oregon Is Going to Be Old in ’24 | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM 2023 saw one of the most experienced Oregon teams in memory playing high-level football from the start of the season until the very end. But...

For those of us that missed the Fiesta Bowl, it was a fitting ending to the Ducks season. Complete domination on offense, stifling defense with numerous takeaways. The majority of matchups all year ended similarly, and the worst part for Duck fans? That means the season’s over. Spring ball is coming up quick for the Ducks as transfer portal mania ... Oregon Ducks Spring Ball: Who’s on Your Radar? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM For those of us that missed the Fiesta Bowl, it was a fitting ending to the Ducks season. Complete domination on offense, stifling defense with numerous…

Of course, it is far too early! But that’s part of the fun of CFB Pigskin Prophecy, where truly no man is a prophet in his own land, except for those who reside in the desert, of course. I’m not ready to call the Delighted Dozen but I am prepared to put forth those at the front of the line ... CFB 2024: Dancing with the Delighted Dozen | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Of course, it is far too early! But that’s part of the fun of CFB Pigskin Prophecy, where truly no man is a prophet in his own land, except for those...

Scha·den·freu·de (noun): The emotional experience of pleasure in response to another’s misfortune. Now that you have wiped my title-induced vomit off your screen, let me say that I do understand that I am currently the most unliked guy at FishDuck. Call me what you will, but I will be a Pac-12 guy to the bitter end (i.e. this Monday). And, because ... I Am Rooting for the Huskies | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com ventures into dangerous ground as he declares his support of the Washington Huskies in the National...

As a massive fan of the Oregon Ducks football program, this premise got floated to me a few weeks ago, and my initial reaction was a whole lot different than how I feel today. I pulled Mr. FishDuck from his fun at Bigbambooonline.com to see if his thoughts had changed by season end, and he agrees with me. Bo Nix is ... Is Bo Nix Oregon’s Best Football Player Ever? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM As a massive fan of the Oregon Ducks football program, this premise got floated to me a few weeks ago, and my initial reaction was a whole...

Dan Lanning has put together two good seasons in his first two years as a head coach, and as fans we have seen him grow. For the 2024 recruiting cycle, he brought in the best prep recruiting class in Oregon history while also landing a major quarterback transfer in Dillon Gabriel. The offense is efficient and the defense will continue ... Lanning Will Need to be B1G in Year 3 | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Dan Lanning has put together two good seasons in his first two years as a head coach, and as fans we have seen him grow. For the 2024 recruiting...

You know what I’m worried about; will the Ducks come out ready to play? It is hard when you are such an overwhelming favorite to have the game-face ready, and we know that Liberty is going to come out with fire in the eyes of these Flames. This is their biggest-game ever, their chance to make a massive mark for ... Fiesta Bowl: Will the First Quarter Tell the Tale? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM You know what I’m worried about; will the Ducks come out ready to play? It is hard when you are such an overwhelming favorite to have the...

My last full season writing about the Oregon Ducks culminated with them winning the Pac 12, and due to the pandemic, playing in the Fiesta Bowl against Iowa State. Unfortunately the Ducks were, shall we say, uncompetitive in that game, against a team that it was perceived they had more talent than. This year the Ducks started off their attempt... How Does Oregon Stack Up to Their 2020 Selves? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM My last full season writing about the Oregon Ducks culminated with them winning the Pac 12, and due to the pandemic, playing in the Fiesta...

After watching highlights of most of Liberty’s 2023 football games–I come away with a healthy respect for what they have built, in particular on the offensive side of the ball. While most are critical of an “all-Group 5” schedule, I think many missed how Liberty nearly beat a then No. 19 Wake Forest in 2022 by a slim 37-36 loss. ... Why Oregon Needs Their ‘A’ Game for Liberty U. | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM After watching highlights of most of Liberty’s 2023 football games–I come away with a healthy respect for what they have built, in particular on...

“To see the World in a grain of sand and Heaven in a flower” William Blake I admit to not being at such an exalted state of enlightenment as to be able “To see the World in a grain of sand” as the Romantic poet William Blake suggests. However, I do enjoy noticing those moments where the micro reveals the ... Oregon Football 2023: My Two ‘Grain of Sand’ Moments | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM “To see the World in a grain of sand and Heaven in a flower” William Blake I admit to not being at such an exalted state of enlightenment as to be...

Fellow FishDuck.com writer Darren Perkins did a terrific job of covering the Pac-12 2023/24 bowl games. Here’s a take on the seven bowl games that will be contested among seven ‘New B1G’ teams versus seven ‘New SEC‘ teams in the postseason; the final season of the Pac-12. In all, 13 of 18 B1G teams, 72% of the conference, and 11 of ... B1G Bowl Season: Will it be Candy or Coal for the B1G? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Fellow FishDuck.com writer Darren Perkins did a terrific job of covering the Pac-12 2023/24 bowl games. Here’s a take on the seven bowl games...

Oregon is set to play Liberty in the Fiesta Bowl on January 1st. For many Oregon fans, this game isn’t all that interesting or exciting for a couple of reasons. One, it’s not a playoff game and it feels like a consolation prize for a season that could have been something really special. Two, it’s against No. 20 Liberty, a ... The Fiesta Bowl is a Must-Win Game for Lanning | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Oregon is set to play Liberty in the Fiesta Bowl on January 1st. For many Oregon fans, this game isn’t all that interesting or exciting for a couple...

Time to blow in between Christmas activities? Give Jon Joseph's article a read, and see if you can't jump in to offer some feedback on a very interesting topic... The 2024/25 CFB Playoff Format Will NOT Last | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Do you know what could save a lot of grief, angst, gnashing of teeth, and tearing of hair in CFB? The Playoff Committee (committee) keeping its collective mouth… It was a late publish this morning due to ANOTHER tech issue, but better late than...

Dan Lanning has a lot of pressure entering this offseason. Sure, the new year will determine weather the Ducks land a major bowl win, but the offseason is where the pressure really starts to ramp up. Lanning is the first coach since Mike Bellotti to not win a conference championship in their second season (besides Willie Taggert who only coached one season). ... How Oregon Can Win the 2024/25 Championship | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Dan Lanning has a lot of pressure entering this offseason. Sure, the new year will determine weather the Ducks land a major bowl win, but...

Christmas came early for me this year–thanks to Our Beloved Ducks. That six-game win-streak between those two bad-bookend losses was as good a run as I have experienced in my nearly 50 years of watching Duck football. It reminded me of the first two years of Chip Kelly and The Blurrrr Offense. I do not remember a more dominant run ... Christmas Came Early for Me This Year… | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Christmas came early for me this year–thanks to Our Beloved Ducks. That six-game win-streak between those two bad-bookend losses was as...

“Disgusted and infuriated,” said Coach Mike Norvell when he saw that Alabama got the last playoff spot and his FSU Seminoles were left out by the CFP committee. Injured FSU quarterback Jordan Travis posted on social media that he was: “Devastated. Heartbroken.” Coach Norvell said further: “What is the point of playing games? Do you tell players to quit if ... The College Football Playoff Committee Got it Right! | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM “Disgusted and infuriated,” said Coach Mike Norvell when he saw that Alabama got the last playoff spot and his FSU Seminoles were left...

Rumors are swirling about Kirby Smart becoming the next head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. This, of course, would almost certainly put Dan Lanning at the very top of the list of candidates to replace Smart. I would not be surprised if “Dan Lanning” is the only person on that list. Georgia would come fast and furious and hot and ... Oregon’s Move to Big Ten Helps to Keep Lanning | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of Fishduck.com takes a look at one of distinct positives of Oregon joining the Big Ten Conference.

Our Oregon Ducks’ football program has had a SPECTACULAR past two weeks. Primarily, at the quarterback position. Following a Heisman finalist leaving the program in superstar Bo Nix, you might expect there to be a bit of a talent drop-off. Fortunately, even before Nix has officially even left the program, quarterback has quickly become a strength of the Ducks. Dan ... Oregon Ducks Football: Best QB Room in the Country? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Our Oregon Ducks’ football program has had a SPECTACULAR past two weeks. Primarily, at the quarterback position. Following a Heisman...

Dillon Gabriel transferring to Oregon for the 2024 season is a big deal, as it gives Oregon a top-tier quarterback right away. Gabriel is going to have a loaded roster, even with some key contributors in Jackson Powers-Johnson, Bucky Irving and Troy Franklin leaving for the NFL. With the addition of Gabriel, the Ducks will be a contender for the B1G ... How Oregon Can Optimize Dillon Gabriel | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Dillon Gabriel transferring to Oregon for the 2024 season is a big deal, as it gives Oregon a top-tier quarterback right away. Gabriel is going to have...

“How did they leave out an undefeated conference champion from the Playoff? And then they push out the two-time national champion (who has only one narrow defeat) from the Playoff entirely? How biased is this Playoff Selection Committee?” I read the accusations about the integrity of the CFP Committee, and wonder whether their choices of playoff teams will negatively impact ... Who ARE These College Football Playoff Committee People? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM “How did they leave out an undefeated conference champion from the Playoff? And then they push out the two-time national champion...

Tyler Shough is the only player since Marcus Mariota to start in multiple seasons for Oregon after not starting as a true freshman. Sure, Mariota is the greatest Oregon Duck of all time, but he left the team nine years ago, and during that time only Shough has pulled off what seems to be a pretty simple feat? So what has happened during ... Is Developing Quarterbacks a Thing of the Past? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Tyler Shough is the only player since Marcus Mariota to start in multiple seasons for Oregon after not starting as a true freshman. Sure…

Troy Franklin has officially declared for the NFL Draft, and it’s time for one of the Ducks’ best to ever line up outside the numbers to go pro. Expectations couldn’t be higher, and it’s as good a time as ever for Oregon to finally have a true No. 1 receiver in the NFL. Now, we all might think extremely highly of ... Where Will Troy Franklin Land in the NFL Draft? | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Troy Franklin has officially declared for the NFL Draft, and it’s time for one of the Ducks’ best to ever line up outside the numbers to go pro.

Offensive coordinator Will Stein introduced a number of plays to the Oregon Ducks offense this season that made it one of the most formidable units in the nation. Much of what Coach Stein does from a passing game standpoint comes from the West Coast Offense, which utilizes horizontal and quick passes to force the defense to adjust before taking a ... The Oregon Ducks Offense: Play-Action TE Screen | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Offensive coordinator Will Stein introduced a number of plays to the Oregon Ducks offense this season that made it one of the most formidable...

Bowl season is here and below are my straight up predictions for all the games except for one — that’s right, the Fiesta Bowl. I am so uninterested in this game that I literally just yawned as I typed “Fiesta Bowl.” Even Mr. FishDuck had some words about the bowl as he was having fun... Bold Pac-12 Bowl Predictions | FishDuck FISHDUCK.COM Darren Perkins of FishDuck.com makes his 2023-24 Pac-12 bowl game predictions.