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Born from a legacy of innovation, creativity, and collaboration: the Oregon Ducks honor their most well known booster, Nike CEO Phil Knight, with a special black and gold "ShoeDuck" uniform design for their rivalry series against the Oregon State Beavers.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 4

Oregon Ducks Betting Odds vs. Oklahoma State Reveal A Lot About Dan Lanning, Dante Moore

The Big Ten Conference's No. 6 Oregon Ducks are expected to handle the Big 12 Conference's Oklahoma State Cowboys with ease, as maintained by the majority of the online gambling websites.

Oklahoma State Cowboys News / Fish Duck / September 4

Is Oregon the Next Oklahoma State?

For years, Oklahoma State had the second-richest owner in college football in oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens. Pickens was OSU’s version of Phil Knight. He donated over $652 million to his alma mater until his death at the age of 91 in 2019.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 4

Oregon Ducks vs. Oklahoma State: Preview, Betting Odds, Tension Brewing?

The No. 6 Oregon Ducks are 1-0, following a full team dominating win. Oregon coach Dan Lanning and the Ducks are moving on to their next game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Saturday, Sept.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 3

Penn State's potential flip from Nike to Adidas could have NIL implications

Nike has long had a stranglehold on college football and sports in general when it comes to branding apparel. Phil Knight, CEO of Nike, has been a significant

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 2

Why Mike Gundy Is Calling Out Oregon Ducks '$40 Million' NIL And Phil Knight

After an opening statement from the Oregon Ducks' win over the Montana State Bobcats in college football's Week 1, a tougher challenge awaits coach Dan Lanning against the Big 12 Conference's Oklahoma State Cowboys.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / August 15

Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Reacts to Phil Knight's Generous Gift

One of the Oregon Ducks' biggest boosters, former Nike CEO Phil Knight and wife Penny Knight, donated $2 billion to the Oregon Health & Science University’s (OHSU) Knight Cancer Institute the program announced Thursday, and Oregon coach Dan Lanning approves.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / July 27

Nike, Oregon Ducks Connection Runs Deeper Than Facilities, Uniforms

BEAVERTON - The connection between the Oregon Ducks and Nike is well-documented, starting with Nike co-founders Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman both graduating from the University of Oregon.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / July 16

Surprising List Of Biggest NIL Spenders In College Football

It's a well known assumption from college football fans that the Oregon Ducks are in the upper echelon of name, image, and likeness (NIL) investment. Through

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / May 15

Massive Potential Suitor Opts Out of Buying Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers are a young, up-and-coming team who are in a state of transition. They are looking for new ownership, which could make or break the future of the team.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 14

Phil Knight reveals whether he still wants to buy NBA team

Nike founder Phil Knight was very interested in purchasing the Portland Trail Blazers three years ago. Now that the franchise is actually for sale, he has changed his mind.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / May 14

Nike co-founder Phil Knight won't be bidding on Trail Blazers

Despite making efforts in the past to buy the Trail Blazers, Nike co-founder Phil Knight said on Wednesday that he won’t be involved in the bidding process now that the franchise is formally up for sale.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / May 14

Oregon Ducks Dan Lanning Exclusive: Phil Knight A ‘Winner And Giver In Every Way’

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning beams with gratitude when he talks about Nike co-founder and Ducks donor Phil Knight. Yes, in part because of the financial

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Chasing Phil Knight's First Title, Dan Lanning, Ducks Attempt a Delicate Balance

With the portal and NIL the pressure to win now in college football is excruciating, even at a laid-back place like Oregon. It's an absolute crucible at programs like Ohio State or Alabama, so much so that some Buckeye fans think Ryan Day has to win a national championship to keep his job, even though he's 66-10.

Oregon Ducks News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 30

Oregon Ducks Release Uniforms for Rose Bowl vs. Ohio State Buckeyes

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks are less then a week away from the biggest challenge of their 2024 season: beating the Ohio State Buckeyes a second time. After

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 8

Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Acknowledges Nike Co-Founder Phil Knight's Support

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning can sometimes be a man of few words, depending on what he is asked. But after winning the Big Ten Championship over the Penn State Nittany Lions in Indianapolis on Saturday, he had no shortage of words when talking about his admiration for Oregon alum and the co-founder of Nike, Phil Knight.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 7

5-Star Na'eem Offord on Oregon Ducks, Phil Knight: 'Gonna Help Me Make My Shoe'

On the first day of the Early National Signing Period, five-star defensive back Na'eem Offord flipped from the Ohio State Buckeyes to the Oregon Ducks.

Oregon Ducks News / Sneakers on SI / November 20

Nike Dunk Low "What the Duck Alternate" Honors Phil Knight

For years, the Oregon Ducks have taken the field while wearing the most polarizing uniforms in college football. Lovingly referred to as "Nike U," Oregon has greatly benefited from its most famous alum - Nike co-founder Phil Knight.

Oregon Ducks News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 16

Oregon Ducks' Emotional Video of Nike Founder Phil Knight After Ohio State Win

When thinking about the most famous people associated with the Oregon Ducks football program, a short list of major stars come to mind. Actor Ty Burrell, who is currently the voice actor for “That Team Out West”, Oregon Football’s documentary series.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 16, 2024

Georgia HC Kirby Smart makes joke about Oregon's NIL funding

At SEC Media Days on Tuesday, Georgia head coach Kirby Smart revealed why he envies Oregon's Dan Lanning.

Paul Finebaum says this college coach reminds him of prime Nick Saban

Heisman Trophy odds changes: Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel co-favorite with Georgia’s Carson Beck

Oregon lands four-star IOL over rival Big Ten schools, others

Three 2025 NFL Draft prospects to watch from Oregon

The greatest players in Georgia football history

NBA News / Fadeaway World / March 18, 2024

Wild Story Of Allen Heckard Suing Michael Jordan And Phil Knight For $832 Million In 2006 Resurfaces

You would have heard of some truly bizarre lawsuits over the years, but the one filed against Michael Jordan and Nike founder and then-CEO Phil Knight might be the most ludicrous of all.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

The 21 best-dressed characters of 2023

When it comes to fashion in 2023, the world will always remember what Rihanna in red during the Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show, the ensembles the Beyhive and Swifties rocked at summer tours, and when Jared Leto represented the furry community at the Met Gala. They will also note that 2023 was one of the stylish years on big and small screens.

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck through the years

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck remain chummy as two of the world's biggest movie stars. Their rise to stardom is inspiring and endearing. It seems impossible to discuss one without mentioning the other, so here's a timeline of their rise to fame.

Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / December 5, 2022

Nike, Nets' Kyrie Irving have 'mutually decided to part ways'

According to Gabrielle Fonrouge and Jessica Golden of CNBC, Nike confirmed on Monday that it has officially cut ties with Irving. It was learned last month that the company had suspended its partnership with Irving and scrapped the release of the Kyrie 8.

LeBron James calls out media double standard over Jerry Jones, Irving

Kevin Durant slams Charles Barkley over latest comments

Why it's unlikely TNT is preparing to move away from NBA partnership

NBA fines Grizzlies' Ja Morant $35K after outburst last week

NBA insider 'convinced' Lakers will make trade in the next few weeks

Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / November 10, 2022

Nike co-founder offers update on relationship with Kyrie Irving

The company recently suspended its relationship with Irving after he shared an antisemetic film on social media and refused to apologize until pressure mounted.

Super-agent Leigh Steinberg explains where Kyrie Irving went wrong

Executive poll casts doubt on Kyrie's NBA future

Irving’s suspension likely to run longer than five games?

Redrafting the 2011 NBA Draft

The 'Most points in one NBA Finals' quiz

Oregon Ducks News / Yardbarker / July 9, 2022