Oregon had a home-and-home scheduled with another Big 12 foe in Baylor for 2027 and 2028, but they have cancelled that. The Ducks are taking a page out of Indiana's playbook.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the outlook for Oregon's offensive line. Which starting spot has the least amount of depth?

Oregon has a huge visitor list upcoming for this weekend on the recruiting trail. Which prospects should be the highest priority targets for the Ducks?

00:00 Comparing Baylor and Oregon football

05:45 Discussing Oregon's football prospects

07:24 Oregon football schedule concerns

12:57 Offensive line depth chart discussion

16:03 Discussing right tackle and center positions

20:19 Ducks' 2027 recruiting update

23:25 Reporting on Oregon sports updates

25:00 Recruitment and roster strategy

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Big Ten football faces a seismic shift as talk of a 70-school “Super Mega Conference” heats up. Could college athletics see relegation like the Premier League, or will tradition—with teams like Ohio State, Michigan, and UCLA—hold firm amidst swirling changes? The panel breaks down the latest bipartisan Congressional proposal that targets NIL regulation, transfer portal chaos, and the Lane Kiffin rule for mid-season coaching exits—all set to upend the college sports landscape. The Big 10 Squad leads a spirited debate featuring bold super conference visions, calls for NIL salary caps, and challenges to schools: “stop being poor” and keep pace in the new era. With player eligibility rulings, coaching drama, and powerhouse programs fighting for influence, this episode asks: Is college football’s future endangered or finally moving toward true competitive balance? Don’t miss exclusive insights on where the Big Ten stands as the sport barrels toward radical transformation.

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Oregon OC Drew Mehringer is arguably the biggest question mark for the Ducks going into the 2026 season. He will have every opportunity to earn the trust of Duck fans.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by former Oregon TE George Wrighster, host of 'The Unafraid Show' on YouTube. He provides insight as to why he believes so much in Dante Moore.

The 24-team Playoff might be on the horizon, which would reshape the entire sport. Is there a world in which Oregon would miss that Playoff format?

00:00 Dan Lanning's coaching philosophy

03:31 Balancing coaching responsibilities

09:23 Coaching Philosophy and Staff Development

14:33 Recognizing Underrated FCS Coaches

19:23 Evaluating a quarterback's season performance

20:13 Turning point in the sports season

25:57 Evaluating last season's defense

27:43 Dante's game management under pressure

32:32 Coaching job security and playoffs

35:16 Opposing playoff expansions

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2026 and 2027 will be the first years in a VERY long time that the 'Civil War' football game isn't played. That isn't going to remain as Oregon and Oregon State have reached an agreement.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and Carter Bahns of 247Sports discuss the return of the Ducks-Beavers football game starting in 2028. Plus, why Oregon's running back depth is in a great spot.

Oregon moved to the Big 10 out of necessity following the collapse of the Pac-12 after the 2023 sports season. The Ducks have made the absolute most of that opportunity.

00:00 Upcoming Oregon State football games

05:10 Expectations for Oregon State in PAC12

11:42 Oregon's running back depth analysis

14:56 Oregon's running back depth concerns

19:21 Running Back Depth and Transfers

20:44 Discussing Oregon's running back depth

24:47 Oregon's sports recruitment challenges

27:59 Impact of Big Ten expansion

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Oregon's secondary is going to replace a 1st round NFL Draft pick in Dillon Thieneman and a 4th round pick in Jadon Canady. Do they have the guys to instill confidence in fans?

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the latest 2027 commit in 4-star safety (LB?) Malakai Taufoou. Recruiting analyst Brian Smith breaks down what his career could look like.

Oregon Baseball is hosting an NCAA Regional for the 2nd straight year, looking to avenge last year's mess. The Pac-12 vibes are strong with Oregon State and Washington State in town.

00:00 Potential of Trey McNutt

05:10 Peyton Woodyard's football journey

07:39 Discussing team defense dynamics

11:28 Position discussion

13:51 Modern college football conditioning

17:28 Evaluating Oregon's safety strategies

20:47 Oregon baseball regional preview

24:15 Challenges of an offensive strategy

27:58 Upcoming game strategies and predictions

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Oregon added to its 2027 recruiting class with 4-star safet Malakai Taufoou. He is a good prospect that brings a little extra sweetener to the pot for this cycle.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the career path for 2026 4-star WR Messiah Hampton, who shined in the Spring Game. When will be be a big part of the Ducks offenses?

Oregon starts Big 10 play with a big matchup against USC in Los Angeles, a game the Trojans need to win for their program. Will that be one of the biggest regular season highlights if it's a victory?

00:00 High school football recruiting talk

04:16 Oregon Ducks football recruiting

07:17 Oregon's Freshman Safety Prospects

09:29 Defensive skills and player potential

14:39 Evaluating Hampton's Receiver Skills

16:26 Crowded path to playing time

19:44 Hampton's potential role in fall

23:26 USC's offensive prospects

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Oregon's outside cornerback group has one of the best returners in the country in sophomore Brandon Finney Jr. The situation opposite him is far more up in the air. 

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin talks about breakout players and guys who can level up their play in 2026. Will true freshman Davon Benjamin win the starting job at nickel? 

Oregon added a preferred walk-on from an in-state high school to its wide receiver room. Plus, a discussion of what Oregon's strategy is with regards to official visits. 

00:00 Breaking down the defensive backs 

04:03 Oregon's Cornerback Competition 

06:17 Na'eem Offord's spring game performance 

10:34 Analyzing Oregon's nickel position 

15:15 Evaluating Oregon's cornerback lineup 

18:11 Anticipating Oregon's defense debut 

20:22 Discussing player roster changes 

23:39 Discussing Oregon's recruitment policy

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Big Ten power flexes threaten to upend the college football landscape as Tony Petitti’s playoff expansion push sparks fierce debate. Is a 24-team playoff format diluting the sport’s intensity or driving new rivalries and storylines? Greg Sankey and the SEC’s battle for influence, clashing philosophies, and shifting narratives keep college football fans on edge. The Big 10 Squad spotlights UCLA’s prospects under Bob Chesney and the over/under debate for the Bruins’ win total. Topics include playoff ramifications for rivalry games like Ohio State–Michigan and USC–UCLA, media power dynamics, and which commissioner holds true villain status: Petitti or Sankey. Don’t miss this rapid-fire breakdown of Big Ten strategies, pivotal matchups, and why the regular season’s urgency hangs in the balance.

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Dan Lanning recently spoke about the 24-team Playoff, offering the positive impacts it could have on the sport. That's one way to know how different the game is than it used to be.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the depth of the wide receiver room in 2026. Oregon should have more than enough depth should injuries occur. 

Former Oregon (now Oklahoma) DB Dakoda Fields is getting sued by Oregon over an NIL dispute. 'Locked On Sooners' host Jay Smith joins to discuss whether this is at all a big deal. 

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Oregon and Washington's rivalry on the field goes back several generations. The battles those programs are having on the recruiting trail have ratcheted up in recent years, and that will continue.

Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Huskies' host Roman Tomashoff. He and Spencer McLaughlin discuss some of the players both schools are going to go after in the coming weeks.

The 2026 meeting will be a third chance for Jedd Fisch to beat Dan Lanning head to head. Spencer and Roman take an early glance at the matchup. 

00:00 Oregon football recruiting success

03:39 Jedd Fisch's recruiting efforts

06:46 Upcoming recruiting battles

10:29 Washington's recent recruiting success

13:32 Expanding Oregon's football reach

19:23 Discussing transfer quarterbacks

23:28 Discussing Washington's offensive line

26:40 Oregon football defensive lineup analysis

29:45 Evaluating Washington's defensive line

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