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ESPN names Oregon’s biggest weak point going into 2024 season
On paper, this Oregon Ducks defense that is set to take the field in 2024 is among the most talented we’ve seen in Eugene in quite some time. With a mix of transfer portal stars and homegrown talent, Dan Lanning has the unit among the nation’s best so far this preseason. But if there is a vulnerability, at least according to ESPN, it is the very last line of the defense on the field in the safety position. It’s not for the lack of talent, however. Oregon’s so-called safety problem is the inexperience and bringing in newcomers such as transfer Kobe Savage from...
Luckman, Sanders, And Henderson Collect Trophies At Cottage Grove's Christmas In July Event
Luckman, Sanders, And Henderson Collect Trophies At Cottage Grove's Christmas In July Event. (Photo Courtesy of Jason Davenport Photography) Cottage Grove, Oregon—Cottage Grove Speedway hosted their Christmas In July event on Saturday, July 20th, which also served as the makeup for their Fan Appreciation Night. This special night, originally scheduled earlier in the season, was rained out, and the organizers decided to combine it with the Christmas In July event to give fans a double dose of excitement. In addition to the historical 1/4-mile clay oval having the Dave's Home Supply Iron Head Sprints, they also had in attendance the Late Models, Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMods presented by Roadhouse Billiards & Brew, the Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts presented by Kiefer, and even Santa Claus made a special summer vacation stop.
VIRGIL HANSON MEMORIAL LOGGERS CUP SATURDAY, JULY 27TH AT COTTAGE GROVE SPEEDWAY!!
This weekend is another big one here at Cottage Grove Speedway and this time the Late Models take center stage as they battle it out for the biggest purse of the year! The winner of this prestigious race will be going home with a cool $4200 and will be this year's Logger's Cup champion!
Star Oregon QB’s Dillon Gabriel’s NIL Deal Adds Shine to Team Jewelry
Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel's latest NIL deal with The GLD Shop not only provided him with custom jewelry but also extended to his teammates, outfitting them with personalized pieces featuring Oregon-themed designs. The company showcased the custom-made jewelry on social media, highlighting Oregon's logos and symbols. Fans can also purchase similar jewelry from The GLD Shop's website.
Oregon Ducks Football And The Revamped College Football Playoffs
The Oregon Ducks are preparing for their inaugural season in the Big Ten Conference and an expanded College Football Playoffs. For the first time, this tournament will include 12 of the best teams in college football and Oregon looks to be a contender fo
Oregon Ducks near the top of preseason Big Ten football poll
The Oregon Ducks are projected to finish second in the Big Ten in their first season in the conference, according to the annual cleveland.com preseason poll released Monday. The Ohio State Buckeyes are the overwhelming favorite to win the conference, earning 21 of a possible 27 first-place votes. The Ducks received six first-place votes, with all but one of the remaining conference media members polled picking Oregon to be runners-up in the Big Ten.
Five-star and nation’s No. 1 TE Kendre Harrison visiting Oregon this weekend
Reidsville (NC) High On3 Industry five-star and the nation’s No. 1 tight end in the 2026 class Kendre Harrison says he’ll visit Oregon this weekend. “Everything,” Harrison said when asked what excites him about the Ducks. He is the No. 6 overall prospect in the rising junior class. “The opportunity to go to Oregon is […] The post Five-star and nation’s No. 1 TE Kendre Harrison visiting Oregon this weekend appeared first on On3.
2024-25 contract details released for Oregon women’s basketball assistant coaches
EUGENE — Returning Oregon women’s basketball assistant coaches Jodie Berry and Tre Simmons and new assistant Jerise Freeman each signed one-year contracts this summer. Berry will earn $210,120, a 2% increase from her salary last season, Simmons will earn $122,750, effectively the same as his prorated salary last season, and Freeman will earn $200,000, according to contracts provided to The Oregonian/OregonLive in response to public records requests.
Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel tops 247Sports’ Big Ten QB rankings for 2024 season
By Cody Nagel, 247Sports: The Big Ten welcomes a fresh wave of new starting quarterbacks in 2024, even as some battles continue into training camp. Only five starters from last season return expecting to maintain their place on the depth chart. That makes the process of ranking the projected starters...
Oregon Ducks pick up flurry of predictions to land No. 2 RB in 2026 class
Far be it for Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks to focus on what’s right in front of them and not plan for the future. While the 2025 recruiting class is garnering a lot of current attention in Eugene, the Ducks are getting set up for what could be a very strong 2026 recruiting class as well. On Sunday afternoon, Oregon picked up a flurry of predictions — three to be exact — to land a commitment from 4-star RB Tradarian Ball, out of Texas High. Ball is rated by the 247 Sports Composite as the No. 33 overall player in...
Oregon Ducks countdown to kickoff: At No. 43, a legendary center and facility builder
The Oregon Ducks start the 2024 season Aug. 31 at home against Idaho. The Oregonian/OregonLive will count down the days with mini-profiles of prominent former and current Ducks whose jersey numbers correspond with the days remaining until the opening kickoff. Today, No. 43: Center Brad Ecklund and lineman Ed Moshofsky.
Position battles to follow as Oregon Ducks head into 2024 fall camp
By Zachary Neel, Ducks Wire: It’s been a long while since we got to see anything tangible take place in the world of college football outside of some recruiting wins here and there, but in just over a week, the Oregon Ducks will be returning to the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex and hitting the field for fall camp in Eugene.
Oregon football 2024 summer opponent preview: Idaho Vandals
Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks football team are getting the chance to kick off the 2024 Oregon football season with a bit of an old rivalry. In a blast from the past, the Oregon football team will host the Idaho Vandals in Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon. Okay, so...
Oregon Ducks vs. Purdue Boilermakers: EA Sports College Football 25 Simulation Recap
EA Sports College Football 25 predicts the Oregon Ducks vs. Purdue Boilermakers matchup as part of the highly anticipated 2024 season, providing insights into game outcomes and player performances. Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel: 24-of-27 passing, 410 yards, 5 TD. Oregon RB Jordan James: 28 carries, 105 yards, 2 TD. Oregon...
High-A Northwest League Glance
Spokane at Vancouver, 4:05 p.m. Hillsboro at Everett, 7:05 p.m. Eugene at Tri-City, 10:05 p.m. Spokane at Eugene, 9:35 p.m. Vancouver at Hillsboro, 10:05 p.m. Everett at Tri-City, 10:05 p.m. All Times EDT. Northwest League. WLPct.GB. x-Spokane (Colorado) 185.783— Vancouver (Toronto) 167.6962. Eugene (San Francisco) 1112.4787. Everett (Seattle) 914.3919. Hillsboro...
2024 Summer Mileage Program, Week 2, Day 6, July 20 , 2024, enjoy your Saturday run !
Welcome to the sixth day and second week of the 2024 Summer Mileage Program, which runs for ten weeks until mid-September. Our goal is to build you into a strong cross-country runner. We keep it relaxed this week and add, week by week, more challenges and more inspiration!. Saturday, July...
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