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https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/georgia-rb-dante-dowdell-seriously-injured-in-atv-accident

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2026/07/20/college-football-program-rankings-top-25-ohio-state-alabama/90899793007/

Can Smith play LB? Dude looks tough as nails. He has the athleticism and knows offenses. Probably a silly thought but it would be fun watching Smith knock back RBs at the LOS.

I don't know, it doesn't quite land the same as it does with Lanning's Oregon. Maybe you have to be a Kentucky fan to get the vib? Sorry Will, Kentucky isn't Oregon and you aren't Lanning. Hope you prove otherwise though. Would love to see you tear up Bama, Texas and Okie along the way for sure.

Your recognition of Lanning and this staffs ability to recognize talent and develope that talent, imo, is spot on. Mariø, while at Oregon anyhow, not so much.

I am excited for this defense. Most of these guys have been in the system multiple years. The base should be set in stone at this point. Multiple years of practice, film study, game play, strength/conditioning and what not should create a cohesion and understanding not seen at Oregon in a long time. Hopefully Lanning and Hampton open it up and let this defense eat. There is no reason not too. If this D cant play well into the playbook, cant play above base defense, there is a problem. A problem only Lanning can address. This defense, on paper, looks nasty. Let them fly and live with the results.

Also, congrats on the health changes. It's hard to do all the things necessary, especially when you get above 50. I am also on a health journey at 57 years old. Lost 40lbs of body fat and gained 12 lbs lean muscle bringing my fat down to 15%. Off all meds and feel 35 again. Stay with it brother. It's super hard but worth it.

Yea, at this point, for me, NC or bust. No excuses. Oregon has stacked a ton of talent. From here on out, in my mind, it's all on Lanning and his staff. Injuries aside, there is no reason this talent can't win the whole thing.

Oregon has been the high water mark for USC for 20 years. Nice to see they have finally come to terms with that fact.

Wasn't Oregon #1 in the nation in recruiting average. I remember it being a thing due to the smaller class size. Could be wrong though. The quality of the talent Oregon brings in is outstanding. Dudes who can play winning football year one.

70-30 to 60-40ish. I don't know how you limit Hill. The guy flashed "elite" as a true freshman. When the game is still in Question, imo, you gotta thin the heard to Hill and Davison. Hopefully Mehringer can recognize the hot hand quicker than Stein showed. Or risk simply being known as Meh'. I feel pretty comfortable knowing Davison is in the backfield early. He can alleviate a ton of pressure of this young O line as they work some kinks out. The concerns fans have about this team are really good problems to have. It is good to be a Duck.

I think Lupoi coached his career best last year. He played a huge role in the recruitment and development of the talent. There is a lot of criticism of Lupoi from many fans. I ingnor game chat critics, out side of game chat some make good arguments. It will be interesting to see how the next few years play out. I am grateful that Lupoi spent this time with the Ducks. He is a big reason, not the only reason, Oregon is at the elite level they are.

Yea, Lanning didn't hit the portal for O line or LB. Ducks can pull top talent in the portal. A reputation well earned by proven development at every position group. It seems Lanning is comfortable with the talent on the team.

How about Bill Johnson. 1984 Olympic gold medalist. Born in California but called home in east Multnomah County. Passed away in 2016 in Gresham.

Never underestimate a well developed glute