Dodging wildfire smoke, Oregon football opens fall camp under unique circumstances. #GoDucks

Dodging wildfire smoke, Oregon football opens fall camp under unique circumstances

The Ducks practiced inside Wednesday to avoid the dangerous air quality outdoors.

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Dan Lanning responded today to the latest developments with RB coach Ra’Shaad Samples. Said that Samples’ “accountabilities” have been completed.

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NEW: Video shows Oregon RB coach Ra’Shaad Samples leaving the scene of a crash that led to DUII/reckless driving charges against him. Alleged victim claims Samples tried to give him the name “De’Sean Jackson” and initially refused to share insurance info.

Oregon football early opponent preview: Michigan State. #GoDucks

Oregon football early opponent preview: Michigan State

Will a late-season run of tough games lead to a slip-up for the Ducks in East Lansing?

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Bailey Ettridge is a 28-year-old former welder from Australia. Walking to practice this spring as Oregon’s new punter, nearby construction on the Ducks’ new facility was a reminder of his long journey. #GoDucks

He’s a 28-year-old former welder. Now, he plays a crucial position for Oregon football

Ducks punter Bailey Ettridge had a unique journey from Australia to Eugene, one rooted in a blue-collar mindset.

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Oregon football opens fall camp on Wednesday, but air quality is worsening as smoke blows in from fires around the PNW. AQI currently at 161 in Eugene. 150+ is considered dangerous for strenuous outdoor activity. UO policy recommends all programs suspend or move inside at 200+.

NEW: Video shows Oregon RB coach Ra’Shaad Samples leaving the scene of a crash that led to DUII/reckless driving charges against him. Alleged victim claims Samples tried to give him the name “De’Sean Jackson” and initially refused to share insurance info.

Video shows Oregon football assistant coach leaving scene of crash that led to DUII, reckless driving charges

Ducks assistant coach Ra'Shaad Samples allegedly gave a false name while initially failing to provide his license and insurance information.

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Oregon football ranked No. 2 in preseason coaches poll. #GoDucks

Oregon football ranked No. 2 in preseason coaches poll. Who is No. 1?

The Ducks are among the preseason favorites to win their first national title.

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Awash in expectations, Oregon’s Dante Moore sees the forest for the trees. #GoDucks

Awash in expectations, Oregon’s Dante Moore sees the forest for the trees

The Ducks' superstar quarterback is cerebral, even-keeled and fully prepared to lead this team to new heights.

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Everything Dan Lanning said at Oregon football media day. #GoDucks

Everything Dan Lanning said at Oregon football media day

The Ducks are set to embark on a 2026 season with high expectations.

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Oregon men’s basketball lands transfer forward from Arkansas in wake of court ruling. #GoDucks

Oregon men’s basketball lands transfer forward from Arkansas in wake of court ruling

The Ducks have added some much-needed size up front in a player seeking his fifth year of eligibility.

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5 questions facing the Oregon Ducks’ offense entering fall camp. #GoDucks

5 questions facing the Oregon Ducks’ offense entering fall camp

With so much talent returning including quarterback Dante Moore, what uncertainties exist for the Ducks?

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Monday is Oregon football media day. I’ll be there once again for The Oregonian, embarking on my second season covering the Ducks in 3 years. Thrilled to tell human stories that connect fans to this team, and provide incisive coverage of what could be a special year in Eugene.

Tom Dundon needs to see Portland at its best. He should start at a Timbers game. (via @billoram.bsky.social) #RCTID

Tom Dundon needs to see Portland at its best. He should start at a Timbers game | Bill Oram

If the new Trail Blazers owner had any interest in understanding the city with which he is at odds, there would have been no better place than Saturday's Timbers game.

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Oregon football early opponent preview: Michigan. #GoDucks

Oregon football early opponent preview: Michigan

The Wolverines likely hope to make their trip to Autzen Stadium a grinder.

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Portland Police investigate potential bias crime after fan was spit on during Fire game www.oregonlive.com/portland-fir...

Oregon football early opponent preview: Ohio State. #GoDucks

Oregon football early opponent preview: Ohio State

The biggest test of the season for the Ducks comes on Nov. 7 in Columbus.

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It’s about the first-class provision, which allows the city to sue if the team relocates. Essentially the only piece of leverage the city has in negotiations at this point. And Dundon wants them to surrender it before even coming to the table.

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Seems like Novick’s law suit quip is the source of all the problems.

The Blazers are talking out of both sides of their mouth. They claim to be at the negotiating table with the city but then say they “appreciate the invitation” to speak with the Mayor, who is their literal contact for negotiation.

Expectations have never been higher for Dan Lanning and Oregon football: ‘Our goal is to chase history’ #GoDucks

Expectations have never been higher for Dan Lanning and Oregon football: ‘Our goal is to chase history’

The Ducks have now said it explicitly: They believe they can win a national championship this season.

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Brother of Oregon football star signs with Premier League soccer giants. #GoDucks #CFC

Brother of Oregon football star signs with Premier League soccer giants

Athletic excellence runs in the Flowers family.

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After being declared cancer-free, former Oregon softball star Paige Sinicki returned to the field for the AUSL's Portland Cascade this month. Through each painful step since a November diagnosis, her joy persisted. #GoDucks

She was a dominant force for Oregon softball. She just beat cancer, too

Former Ducks star Paige Sinicki returned to the field as a professional softball player this month after being declared cancer-free.

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Rest in peace, Zane Sparling. A dogged reporter with an irreverent sense of humor. Immense loss for everyone at The Oregonian lucky enough to know him.

Zane Sparling, reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, dies of cancer at 33

“He wanted his identity to be a reporter, and that’s what it was,” his father said.

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Ahead of Oregon football’s trip to Japan, a billboard featuring QB Dante Moore is up in one of Tokyo’s busiest areas in Shinjuku.

A local high school star with a massive frame just committed to Oregon football. #GoDucks #opreps

A local high school star with a massive frame just committed to Oregon football

The Ducks are keeping another elite player in-state.

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Since Dan Lanning took over in 2022, the average distance of an Oregon recruit’s hometown has increased nearly 600 miles. On the national recruiting footprint for the Ducks, complete with an interactive map. #GoDucks

The Oregon Ducks are a national recruiting powerhouse under Dan Lanning, and the numbers prove it

The average distance of a recruit's hometown from Eugene has gone up by nearly 600 miles in Lanning's tenure.

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Mamdani rattling off all the Remember Some Guys guys for the Knicks is perhaps his best and most emotionally evocative speech as a politician.

The Portland Fire lead the WNBA in this key category in just their first season.

The Portland Fire lead the WNBA in this key category in just their first season

This Fire team keeps coming up clutch.

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Led by Bridget Carleton, Portland Fire pull off thrilling comeback win over Seattle Storm.

Led by Bridget Carleton, Portland Fire pull off thrilling comeback win over Seattle Storm

The first chapter of the rekindled rivalry series goes to Portland.

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Dominique Malonga is a force. So much skill and basketball IQ.

Last Portland Fire game coverage from me tonight for a while. @nikstreng.bsky.social is emerging from the cave. Fire up 14-7 on Seattle early in the 1Q, coming out of the gate with wicked pace.