Oregon had long been in the running for 2024 5-star EDGE prospect Elijah Rushing from Tuscon, AZ. He was in line to be Oregon's first 5-star commitment of the 2024 recruiting cycle, but Dan Lanning and his staff saw him instead commit to the Arizona Wildcats and head coach Jedd Fisch.

On today's episode of Locked on Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin lays out several points reacting to a rare piece of disappointing news for the Ducks on the recruiting trail. Oregon did land another blue chip prospect in 4-star LB Dylan Williams from the state of California, reflecting the Ducks' continuing position of strength on the trail.

Spencer also discusses the ability of the last 2 Oregon coaching staffs (this one and the previous one) to evaluate talent to bring in from the high school ranks. Even the best programs in the country can't evaluate high-level high school talent with a 100% success rate

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Bo Nix came over from Auburn and gave Oregon fans mixed feelings about the prospect of him being the Ducks' starting quarterback last season. By the time the season ended, Duck fans were anxiously awaiting to hear whether or not he would return for his final season of eligibility. Winning the Heisman is a tall task, so what would have to transpire for Bo Nix to hoist that trophy the way Marcus Mariota did in 2014?

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin lays out the timeline of several blue chip 2024 recruits who will be committing in the coming weeks that are on Oregon's radar. If players like 5-star EDGE Elijah Rushing choose the Ducks, Oregon's 2024 recruiting class ranking could see a jump further inside the top 10.

Oregon's defense has to make a jump this year for the Ducks to return to the Pac-12 championship game. The Ducks' defense has never had a nickname, but one thing has to happen first on the field before that could even be considered.

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Dan Lannning and his staff have landed a pair of commitments recently in 4-star OT JacQawn McRoy and 3-star RB Da'Jaun Riggs. Both have a viable path to being future starters in their careers for the Ducks, with one perhaps having a greater chance to play sooner than the other.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Locked On recruiting insider Brian Smith. They discuss the 2 latest commitments and also examine how each could affect current recruiting efforts including their pursuit of 5-star OT Brandon Baker.

2024 5-star EDGE prospect Elijah Rushing has long been expected to announce his commitment on July 6th. Brian sheds insight on whether Oregon is still one of the leading schools for the talented Arizona product, as well as 2024's #1 LB in 5-star Justin Williams.

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Oregon Football landed another commitment in their 2024 recruiting class as Dan Lanning's running back's coach, Carlos Locklyn, got his first ball carrier of the cycle. 3-star RB Da'Juan Riggs looks a good amount like a current Oregon running back that Locklyn brought in last year.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin looks at how Riggs' choosing the Ducks affects the recruiting class and the position group going forward. Oregon's safeties were too often beaten over the top (especially against Washington) last season, and PFF grades indicate help has truly arrived in the forms of Tysheem Johnson and Evan Williams.

Oregon should have 2 easy victories in their first 3 games with home contests against Portland State in week 1 and Hawaii in week 3. That should provide ample opportunity for former 5-star QB Ty Thompson to see the field, but how much exactly?

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2024 4-star OT JacQawn McRoy announced his verbal commitment to the Ducks over the weekend, giving the Ducks a massive future OL piece at 6'8" 365lbs out of Pinson, Alabama. He keeps Oregon's 2024 recruiting class inside the top 10 nationally with more commits potentially poised to follow.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down how McCroy's commitment impacts the Ducks on several fronts. There are other names to watch in the coming days/weeks, and Oregon needs them to keep their class inside the top 10.

Oregon boasts one of the best home field advantages in the Pac-12 and in the country as well, but where else are tough places to win in the Pac-12? Plus, a look at how the future QB room could shake out for new offensive coordinator Will Stein.

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Oregon's 2022 season began in an unfortunate fashion with a 49-3 trouncing at the hands of the eventual national champion Georgia Bulldogs. Their non-conference and league schedule for 2023 sets up more favorably than it did last season.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin looks at why the Ducks have an easier (though not easy) path to a Pac-12 title/CFP appearance. Bo Nix is about to play his final season with the Ducks, what might his future hold after this year and could he show up wearing Oregon gear again one day?

Oregon's future appears to be in the Pac-12, pending the completion of the media deal and no more massive realignment. Spencer looks at why the top candidates are San Diego State and SMU rather than teams that have been a thorn in Oregon's side in the past: Fresno State and Boise State.

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Oregon isn't anywhere close to having a fully filled 2024 recruiting cycle, but the top position on a football field (QB) is already catching the eye of Duck fans for 2025. Oregon Football may be chasing a legacy at that position in Akili Smith Jr., the son of a legendary Oregon quarterback.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Locked On recruiting insider Brian Smith. They also dive into where Oregon stands with several 5-stars who are scheduled to commit within the next several weeks.

As Oregon continues to build its recruiting class in 2024, which currently sits in the top 10 nationally, other schools in the Pac-12 are starting to pick up their own momentum on the trail. Still, Oregon is well-positioned to win the Pac-12 recruiting battle in the final year of the conference's current iteration.

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Last weekend Oregon Football had a major weekend of recruiting visits with a number of blue chip prospects on campus who Dan Lanning and his staff have in their sights. From 4-star OT Juwan McCroy to 5-star DL Aydin Breland, commitments from several of said visitors could bolster their 2024 recruiting efforts furter--which already sit at #8 in the country.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Max Torres who covers Oregon for Fan Nation at Sports Illustrated. They talk about which recruits might be the most coveted amongst the recent lineup of visitors going forward.

Oregon has won Pac-12 Championships since the league first expanded to 12 teams, claiming the league title on 4 occasions. If the Ducks were to raise their profile as a progrum further with an appearance in the College Football Playoff, their recruiting would only go up even further.

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Oregon Football had one of the best, and most balanced, offenses in the country last season and it ranked near the top of the Pac-12 in most major categories. Could the defense make enough strides while the offense repeats its success and give the Ducks a top 3 unit in the Pac-12 on both sides of the ball?

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Rian Winter (@SportsChat503). They answer that question and also look at Oregon's chances of winning some tough road games against Washington, Utah, and Texas Tech.

Dan Lanning and Bo Nix face different sorts of challenges in year 2 with the Ducks this season. Rian weighs in on how each is prepared to handle them for Oregon as they try to return to the Pac-12 Championship game.

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Oregon Football's offense was as prolific as any in the country last year, but the defense let them down in key spots. Should Oregon double down on offense driving the bus or try and be more balanced? History indicates the latter is the path to a Pac-12 Championship.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin looks at how Oregon can construct a roster to get back to the Pac-12 Championship game. Plus, a look at how to feel about recruiting in the world of seemingly rampant decommitments and kids transferring early in their college careers.

Oregon Basketball can still add another scholarship player (or 2) if Dana Altman and his staff decide to after losing Devan Cambridge to Texas Tech after he previously committed to the Ducks. That option should be explored, and Oregon needs to add more size to the front court.

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