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Oregon OC Kenny Dillingham wants speed to be back at the forefront DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Kenny Dillingham wants the Ducks to return to the up-tempo style of offense that put Oregon on the map. Most of us Duck Fans have been tortured by the pace of Duck football for a few years now. I am not expecting CK type of speed but anything would be better than watching Mariø's unimaginative bore of an offense.

What is truly inspiring is the fact that we as fans get jacked up over bits and pieces, moments, that these men share with us. The players on this team practically live with them. The vibe these players have for the Duck family came out clearly during the spring game. Seeing how much fun they were having was amazing. Thats top down leadership. It starts with Dan Lanning and has spread throughout Duck Nation at every level.

The speed and high motor of Flowe is going to be a huge asset as well. I think Flowe has the ability to drop deeper in coverage quicker then the rest of the LB room. Ducks should be able to mask the blitz coming frome the safety position and not lose coverage over the top. If Sewell can get coached up in coverage from 5 to 15 and mitigate the TE threat, Lanning will be able to bring heat from anywhere on the field. Ducks were super soft with defending that area late last year. The talent and scheme Ducks have should be able to compete with any offense in the country. It's my opinion that this D should be better than UGA offense. Hope I am right.

LaDuke showed great patience on that play. Forcing the offensive lineman to commit to how they were going to block opened a lane straight to the QB. Well coached and executed for a spring game.

I think both defenses dictate the score. 20-17 all Ducks all day!

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With all the focus on family, becoming men, taking ownership of team and 1%. This staff seems to be creating a great culture in Eugene. Seems a great foundation to build "elite " on. When the staff is coming out of practice banged up I get excited. Shows a ton of passion and competitiveness. Coach needs some pads. Let's get it on! 2 weeks.

Stay focused, back to Lupoi and the Duck defense. 🙃

Oregon Football: DC Tosh Lupoi discusses growth after 12th practice DUCKSWIRE.USATODAY.COM Tosh Lupoi had blood dripping down his chin when walking up to the media on Thursday. “Full pads today,” he... Lupoi is a beast. Sounds like he is mixing it up out there, showing his players how to lead. Nice to hear leadership is starting to take shape on defense.

Delayed blitz with the linebacker and safety talent on this team. Looking to see this defense destroy Pac opponents this year. Hold Dawgs to 23 or less. Ducks have a chance. If GA defense is anything like last year, Ducks gettin 23+ is a huge ask. I have a feeling Oregon's D just might be better than GA's O. I am hoping anyways. 🤞🤞🤞

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Mariø's team last year was horrible defensively. Especially on 3rd and long. I have never seen a defense so badly out of position in my life. I figure some of that had to do with the patchwork defense fielded due to injury. Hopefully the injuries will not be a factor this year. If Oregons defense plays out of position v. UGA then Lanning isn't the coach we think he is. I suspect that part of the game will be fixed.

Not sure how many passing attempts JB or TT have had against "real" competition. I do know it's very minimal. Doesn't mean that one of them isn't our best chance to win, probable that Nix gives Ducks best chance at being successful. Fortunately for whomever starts, they won't be going up against the best D line in nation alone. Been hearing that the Duck O line could be one of the best in the country. That should be super helpful, ya think? I want the guy who is going to trust the pocket, go through his progressions, and deliver the ball with accuracy. Minimize mistakes and lead this team. The guy who is going to stay cool under pressure. Thats not always Nix. There are some absolute dudes in the Oregon WR room. It's their job to create separation. That should help. On top of that, Ducks have guys like Cota that can make difficult catches in traffic or poorly thrown balls. Oregon has some blue chippers who, I hope, can match UGA secondary. College football is the ultimate team game. It takes all 11 and Oregon has some studs almost 2 deep across the board. Most talent Ducks have ever fielded. So yea, if TT or JB are the best we can field, I want them going against UGA defensive line, linebackers and secondary. And I want them to win.

The leash of Bo depends on the ability of the underclassmen. I am not convinced Bo is day 1 starter. It's probable but I wouldn't be surprised if JB or TT win the job.

Jordon Riley transferred to Oregon with aspirations of contending for big things 247SPORTS.COM Jordon Riley transferred to Oregon with aspirations of contending for big things

Most of the roster has played a lot of football. A ton of guys saw the field last year due to injury. MC loaded this team with top 10 talent and DL picked up some dudes in the portal. I doubt it will take much to get the foundation set. Agree they had most of it done by the end of spring. Oregon will be ready defensively come Sept 3. Between Lanning and Lupoi, I am sure there will be some twists but close to UGA as far as scheme. Looking for outside the box, "Why didn't I think of that", stuff from these two.

Here is to hopping DL can push KS off his pocket Aces. Kirby has the stronger hand and It will be something to see if DL can draw his K on the turn and come out with a W.

I like the approach of general disclosure. If I were the hc I would give very limited information on injuries, upcoming contest, QB battles and the such. After official depth chart, past contest played or full diagnosis of injuries, I don't see a problem with more in depth discussion and disclosure from DL. As each contest is played, we as fans will discuss what we see. No rock will go unturned. It's part of the fun of being a fan and OBDF is a great place (the best) to do that. I would like to see a little more media access to practice as we get deeper into fall camp. We probably won't. Duck fans have a very high football IQ. Many of us had MC pegged after that first game in Vegas. Wasn't a good look. What I hoped wasn't true ended up to be accurate about MC coaching chops. So general disclosure I am fine with, I get it. Won't take us long to figure out who the Ducks and Dan Lanning will be. Probably by the conference opener. It's going to be a blast discussing it on OBDF. Go Ducks!

Makes sense, it's first scrimmage. The fact that he said we have multiple QB's he feels confident he can win with is super encouraging. In the live interview it was said with conviction. Good to hear we might be further along with the underclassmen then we thought. Wouldn't say who threw the INT's. All in all, sounds like it was a productive scrimage.

Lets keep that trend moving upward.

Defense, Offense and special teams. Mostly defense. The talent and coaching in Eugene could put together a season that eclipses Gang Green. End of the year, top 5 D in the country.

Why does this make me a little angry. 40 yards in the air on third down. Are you kidding me. Cains have no idea what they got themselves into.

Sewell, Flowe and KT would have been amazing to watch if they all could have played together. Wasn't to be. Mariø knocked it out of the park signing those three in 2 years. Flowe will be the most productive player on the defensive side of the ball, if he stays healthy. His presence on the field will enable everyone around him to make plays. All boats rise. Lanning has to feel like the luckiest man on the planet inheriting the talent Mariø left behind. Going to be a huge year defensively. Great defense is a beautiful thing to behold.

Better get them before they start