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Why Oregon's Ideal Playoff Path Might Not Include First Round Bye

The Oregon Ducks are currently ranked No. 5 in the most recent College Football Playoff rankings. Following the conclusion of conference title weekend, the final rankings will come out and the 12-team playoff bracket will be set. Oregon is not in action this weekend so their resume is set in stone.

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Breaking Down Oregon's Star-Studded Recruiting Class

The No. 5 Oregon Ducks have capped off yet another successful recruiting cycle under coach Dan Lanning, officially turning in the No. 3-ranked 2026 recruiting class in the country.

LaMichael James News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 4

Oregon's 4-Star Running Back Tradarian Ball Sparks Comparison To Texas Great

Oregon Ducks fans have many fond memories of watching former star running back LaMichael James during his college career. In his four seasons from 2008 to 2011, James helped lead the Ducks to a Rose Bowl title and an appearance in the 2011 BCS National Championship, while rushing for a career total of 5,082 yards and 53 touchdowns on 771 carries.

Oregon Ducks News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 4

How Oregon Ducks Could Make Recruiting History With Flip of Chris Henry Jr.

The Oregon Ducks are no stranger to flexing their recruiting muscles but one their biggest additions in program history could be on the horizon. Oregon

Oregon Ducks News / Fish Duck / December 4

Oregon Enters Playoffs Better Off Than Last Year

It is that time of year, here are a few reasons why the Ducks are in a better position to make a run at the national championship than last year… They Have a Loss Having a loss creates a built-in reminder to the Ducks of what will happen if they do not bring their “A” game.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Dakorien Moore’s Latest Recruiting Pitch to Five-Star Wide Receiver Chris Henry

The Oregon Ducks have secured 18 signees so far to add to their 2026 recruiting class. However, some coaching changes at the Ducks' Big Ten Conference rivals could lead to a flip, and some of Oregon's current stars are putting on the pressure.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Oregon Coach Dan Lanning Reveals Unique Recruitment of 5-Star Gatlin Bair

The Oregon Ducks have 21 commits in the 2026 recruiting class with 18 signatures announced as of Wednesday evening. However, Oregon coach Dan Lanning and his staff also announced the signature of five-star wide receiver Gatlin Bair, originally a member of the 2024 class.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Oregon Ducks Staying Aggressive On Recruiting Trail

The Oregon Ducks made some splashes on the recruiting front as the Early Signing Period rolls around. Despite having a majority of their 2026 recruiting class locked in and ready to go, Oregon coach Dan Lanning added a few more pieces to the class with potentially more on the way.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Best and Worst Case Bracket Scenarios for Oregon Ducks' Playoff Seed

With the No. 5 Oregon Ducks predicted to go to the College Football Playoffs, fans and media members alike are speculating when and where the Ducks will play prior to conference championships cementing the official bracket.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Dan Lanning Makes Bold Prediction About Oregon’s Next Coordinator Hires

Oregon coach Dan Lanning is building an elite coaching tree, fast. Remarkably, every coordinator Lanning has brought to Oregon has parlayed the opportunity into a Power Four head coaching job...

Oregon Ducks News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Oregon Ducks In Line For Two Wildly Different College Football Playoff Paths

The No. 5 Oregon Ducks moved up one spot in the penultimate College Football Playoff rankings. The Ducks jumped over Texas A&M, who dropped from No.

Oregon Ducks News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 3

Prediction for Oregon Ducks vs. Oregon State Comes With a Big Warning Sign

The undefeated Oregon Ducks Women’s basketball team is preparing for a rivalry game against Oregon State in their tenth game of the 2025-26 season. The game against Oregon State will be the last until Oregon faces their first Big Ten opponent in No.

Dante Moore News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 2

Why Dante Moore's NFL Decision Is More Complicated With Will Stein Leaving Oregon

The Oregon Ducks are preparing for another potential championship run, with their spot in the College Football Playoff now unofficially secured after a 11-1 regular season.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 2

Three Oregon Ducks Who Must Step Up For College Football Playoff Run

The Oregon Ducks have completed one of the best seasons in program history, having finished the regular season at 11-1 and unofficially securing a spot in the College Football Playoff for the second consecutive season.

Bo Nix News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 1

Bo Nix And Marcus Mariota Shine As Multiple Oregon Ducks Surprise In NFL Week 13

Oregon Ducks fans are becoming more and more used to watching their former quarterbacks face off on Sundays. Former Oregon quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Bo Nix headlined the week of standout NFL performances with their overtime thriller.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 1

Dan Lanning Addresses Oregon's Second Consecutive Playoff Appearance

The No. 6 Oregon Ducks unofficially secured a spot in the College Football Playoff for a second consecutive season following Saturday's 26-14 over their arch-rival, the Washington Huskies in Seattle.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / November 30

Why The Oregon Ducks Might Get The Perfect Playoff Path

The No. 6 Oregon Ducks finished the regular season with an 11-1 record, winning a rivalry matchup against the Washington Huskies. Despite the win, the Ducks will not be playing in the Big Ten championship, but Oregon is in a good position for the College Football Playoff.

Dante Moore News / Oregon Ducks on SI / November 30

What Dante Moore Said After Oregon's Win Over Washington

The Oregon Ducks capped off the regular season with an emphatic 26-14 win over Washington and should earn an at-large bid into the College Football Playoff with an 11-1 record.

Dan Lanning News / Oregon Ducks on SI / November 30

Dan Lanning Reveals Villain Attitude in Oregon Ducks Win Over Rival Washington

A clutch touchdown from quarterback Dante Moore to wide receiver Malik Benson touchdown and four field goals from kicker Atticus Sappington helped the Oregon Ducks secure a 26-14 victory in Washington and finish the regular season with just one loss.

Oregon Ducks News / Gridiron Heroics / November 28

How Do The Oregon Ducks Make the 2025 Big Ten Championship Game?

The Oregon Ducks have been in the midst of a strong season as they look to make the Big Ten Championship Game as well as the College Football Playoff. While they are currently third in the conference, they are the reigning Big Ten champions.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 25

NFL Draft intel: Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq, San Diego State CB Chris Johnson among buzzworthy prospects

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.

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Dylan Raiola may have played his last snaps for Nebraska

Bill Belichick, North Carolina land another former Penn State recruit

Lee Corso dislikes being away from college football: 'It sucks'

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 24

The one coaching candidate California must go after

The one coaching candidate California must aggressively go after

The California Golden Bears are entering their hat into the ring in what is undoubtedly one of the more high-profile "coaching carousel" college football seasons in recent memory.

Cal has fired head coach Justin Wilcox

Three teams getting too much credit from College Football Playoff committee

CFB Week 13 winners, losers: Notre Dame runs wild, Georgia Tech runs out of steam

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College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 23

Dan Lanning takes shot at SEC after Oregon’s win over USC

The SEC announced earlier this year that its in-conference football schedule will expand beginning in the 2026 season, and Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is getting some final shots in before that happens.

Dan Lanning News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22

Dan Lanning addresses speculation about leaving Oregon

Dan Lanning’s name comes up when big college football jobs become available, but he made as firm a statement as possible on Saturday regarding his future.

No. 7 Oregon outguns No. 15 USC to stay on track for CFP spot

Bryson Kuzdzal pushes No. 18 Michigan to ninth straight over Maryland

Depleted No. 1 Ohio State relies on its run game to blow past Rutgers

Terry Smith: James Franklin poses 'immediate threat' to Penn State

Interesting details emerge about Franklin's contract with Virginia Tech