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Soccer Recap: Washington Huskies 10/30/26
The Oregon Ducks ended their season on Friday with a 2-1 loss to #21 Washington Huskies. UW struck first at 17 minutes, and despite Oregon drawing a penalty and Ellie Felt equalizing at 37 minutes, a red card to Savannah Holley in the 66th minute left the Ducks shorthanded. Washington capitalized, scoring the winner at 77 minutes. The Ducks fought back but fell short, marking a season of improvement but a disappointing second half.
Oregon Ducks Football vs Northwestern Wildcats Football Recap
Oregon tries to rebound from a gut‑wrenching loss at Illinois as it faces Northwestern at Autzen on Oct. 31, 2026. The Ducks play without offensive coordinator Drew Merhinger, who was dismissed after the upset, and debut a new offensive leader under the watchful eye of former Ducks coach Chip Kelly now serving as Northwestern’s OC. Early on, Northwestern jumps to a 10‑0 lead with a deep touchdown, but Oregon narrows the gap to 13‑6 after a field goal by Hurych. Key injuries include Northwestern safety Robert Fitzgerald and Oregon’s Iverson Hooks as a game‑time decision. The game remains a one‑possession battle as both defenses tighten, leaving the Ducks’ revamped offense under intense scrutiny.
Oregon vs. Northwestern Football Game Thread
The Oregon Ducks host the Northwestern Wildcats at Autzen Stadium on Oct. 31, 2026, with kickoff at 12:30 pm PT. Despite a cloud‑covered, chilly night in Eugene (upper 40s to low 50s), the Ducks remain 3.5‑point favorites, though former Oregon coach Chip Kelly has yet to win at Autzen since leaving the program. The post notes Kelly’s winless streak at UCLA and Ohio State, hints at a possible curse, and links to a Hythloday analysis of Northwestern. Fans can stream the game on Peacock.
Friday Night Ducks Sports Game Thread
Oregon’s volleyball squad, fresh off a 3-0 win over Colorado State at Matthew Knight Arena, prepares to host the Maryland Terrapins tonight at 6 p.m. PT, with the match streaming on Big Ten Plus. Meanwhile, the Ducks soccer team closes their season in Seattle, challenging the Washington Huskies at 7:40 p.m. PT in another Big Ten Plus broadcast after last year’s upset over the Huskies. Both events showcase the Ducks’ strong push in their respective conferences.
Reacts: Oregon Coaching Change Survey Results
Fans react to Oregon Ducks’ coaching turbulence as head coach Dan Lanning dismisses Offensive Coordinator Drew Mehringer and casts doubt on the offensive line and quarterback coaches. A recent survey predicts the upcoming Halloween matchup against Northwestern will be a defensive slog, with FanDuel’s odds favoring a 26‑22 Oregon win—a score hinting at two‑point conversions. The article also references similar fates for coaches Bobby Hauck, Dave Aranda, Mike Locksley, Dave Doeren and Phil Longo, underscoring the precarious job security in college football.
Oregon Ducks Football: Duck Tape Film Analysis of Northwestern Football 2026
The Duck Tape podcast breaks down Northwestern's 2026 offense under Chip Kelly, revealing a play-calling system that lures defenses with deceptive run looks to free up a single, highly effective receiver—often Griffin Wilde. While the Wildcats excel on 1st‑down and 2nd‑&‑long passes (over 65% success), their 3rd‑down passing drops 20‑30 points as the “magic trick” disappears, leading to sacks and throwaways. Running plays on short‑yardage situations also underperform, with only a 36% conversion overall. The analysis compares Kelly’s current scheme to his 2022 UCLA playbook and highlights why Big Ten defenses have been repeatedly fooled, except for occasional spikes like Michigan State’s Joe Rossi.
Oregon Ducks Football News
Dakorien Moore Interview Latest Injury Report Highlight of the Day: Ducks take down the Wildcats at the beach
Oregon Women’s Basketball 2026-27 Preview
Oregon women’s basketball, now in the Pac-12, returns four starters—Katie Fiso, Ehis Etute, Ari Long and senior forward Filippa Tillander—after a 24‑25 season that saw the program push several fringe players into the transfer portal. A tragic knee injury to Sofia Bell opens a spot for Avary Cain early in the year. The Ducks add experienced transfers Mallory Heyer (5‑year forward from Minnesota, 8.6 PPG, 8.0 RPG) and Belmont’s 6‑2 forward Hilary Fuller, who hit 4‑5 in an exhibition. Freshman guard Brooklynn Haywood (#2 WA prospect, 8‑10 shooting in exhibition) and 6‑4 center Emilia Krstevski round out a recruiting class ranked #14 by ESPN. The preview outlines roster changes and expectations for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Oregon Ducks Football News
XC Behind the Scenes Episode 6 Lanning Media Availability Jamari Johnson Media Availability Uniform revealed Brandon Finney Media Availability Highlight of the Day: We are a hockey School Now
Oregon Men’s Golf Wins The Preserve
Oregon men’s golf clinches its second team title in three tournaments with a dramatic comeback at The Preserve Golf Club Collegiate in Carmel, California. After trailing BYU early in the final round, the Ducks surge with a six‑under finish on the last four holes, ending at 23‑under total and beating BYU by two strokes. Coach Casey Martin praised the team’s resilience on the challenging course. The win follows recent first‑place at the Oregon State Invitational and a near‑miss at Saint Mary’s, setting a promising tone for the 2027 season starting with the Amer Ari Intercollegiate in February.
Oregon Ducks Podcast: It Never Rains on this Podcast 10-28-26
Tristan and I go over Oregon’s performance against Illinois drive-by-drive, and look ahead to Northwestern.
Oregon Ducks Football News
Andy and Ari pick Oregon Northwestern Dakorien Moore media availability Jordon Davison media availability D’Antre Robinson media availabiltiy Highlight of the Day: Dante Moore highlights 🙁
Reacts: Who Will Dan Lanning Fire Next?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Oregon fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys:
Oregon Ducks Soccer Recaps
The Oregon Ducks endured a rough weekend in the Midwest, falling 5-0 to Wisconsin and 4-0 to Minnesota, extending their conference drought to 0-5-2 and leaving them goalless since October 11. After a competitive first half against Wisconsin, three quick goals in a three‑minute span turned the match into a blowout. Minnesota took an early lead and added late goals for a 4-2 final. The Ducks now head to Seattle for their season‑ending clash with Washington, hoping to repeat last year’s upset. Full box scores are linked.
Oregon Ducks Football News
Volleyball at No. 12 Lanning Media Availability Date and Time for Ohio State game revealed Cover3 thoughts on Oregon Highlight of the Day: We are a Hockey School Now
Oregon Ducks Football: Duck Tape Film Review Illinois Illini 2026
Author’s note: A full transcript of the video is available at this link. Here is a written account of my conclusions about the game for those who prefer to use the video only for play breakdowns.
Men’s Basketball Recap: Stanford Cardinal
Oregon Ducks dominate Stanford Cardinal 85-57 in their final exhibition before the season opens. After trailing 15-4 early, Oregon rallies to lead 40-24 at halftime and stretches the gap to 28 points in the second half. The win, highlighted by a strong comeback and solid second‑half play, gives the Ducks momentum heading into their regular‑season opener on Nov. 2 against Montana. Fans note the stark contrast to earlier lackluster exhibitions and hope the positive energy carries forward.
Oregon Ducks Football News
Oregon Relieves Offensive Coordinator Mehringer of Duties Volleyball splits eastern road trip Soccer falls 4-0 to Minnesota Hockey sweeps Boise State at home Highlight of the Day: We are a volleyball school now
Oregon Volleyball Splits Their Road Trip
The Oregon Ducks women’s volleyball team split their recent road trip, falling to #16 Penn State in four sets (17‑25, 25‑23, 19‑25, 20‑25) before bouncing back with a four‑set victory over Ohio State (26‑24, 23‑25, 25‑19, 26‑24). Against Penn State, Kennedy Martin led with 25 kills and the Lions posted a .346 hitting percentage, while Oregon struggled at .156 and managed only five blocks. Freshman Alaina Pollard shined with 8 kills on .500 shooting in the Penn State match and started again versus Ohio State, where the Ducks clinched the win thanks to strong performances from Sjakkie Donkers (15 kills) and Alanah Clemente (13 kills). The results leave Oregon looking to improve before conference play intensifies.
Oregon MBB Game Thread: 10/25/26
Your new look Oregon Ducks play host to the Stanford Cardinal, in one last exhibition tune-up before the regular season starts. When: Sunday, October 25th @ 1:30 PM PST Where: Matthew Knight Arena, Eugene, OR Watch: BigTen+ ‘Sco Ducks!
Oregon Soccer Game Thread: 10/25/26
Your Oregon Ducks head east to take on the Golden Gophers, looking to bounce back from a rough couple matches. When: Sunday, October 25th @ 11:00 AM PST Where: Elizabeth Lyle Robbie Stadium, Saint Paul, MN Watch: BigTen+ ‘Sco Ducks!
Oregon Football Falls Flat Against Illinois, Loses 21-10
Oregon's football season hits a low point as the Ducks fall 21-10 to Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. After an early 7‑0 lead sparked by Jordon Davison’s 2‑yard rush, the Ducks are shut out in the second half while Illinois controls the clock with ball‑control drives. Key moments include a fumble by Dylan Raiola, multiple sacks by Teitum Tuioti, and a 75‑yard touchdown run by Illinois’ Laughery. The loss marks Oregon’s worst defeat under Dan Lanning and drops the Ducks to a 0‑2 record in games they were favored to win.
Oregon @ Illinois Football Game Thread
The Oregon Ducks return to Champaign for the first time since 1993, facing Illinois at Memorial Stadium at 12:00 pm PT on Saturday. After a dominant 38‑9 win over Nebraska, the Ducks enter as favorites but must overcome two weeks of sluggish offense and a long injury list. A reminder of the 1993 Illini upset adds extra spice. Later that day, Oregon’s volleyball team seeks to bounce back from a 1‑3 loss to #16 Penn State with a match against unranked Ohio State at 4:00 pm PT. Both games air on the Big Ten Network and B1G+.
Reacts: Oregon QB Survey results
A recent SBNation fan poll shows Oregon Ducks supporters shifting their preference back to quarterback Dylan Raiola, with 25% favoring the backup Brock Thomas and a quarter still rooting for Akili Smith Jr. The upcoming Saturday matchup sees Oregon facing Nebraska without a clear starter, while Illinois also loses QB Katin Houser. Bookmakers have trimmed the projected combined score to under 50 points, and FanDuel’s odds now list Oregon as a slight 30‑20 favorite.
Oregon Ducks Football: Duck Tape Film Analysis of Illinois Football 2026
The Ducks’ podcast dissects Illinois’ injury‑riddled 2026 offense after a 31‑30 OT win over Michigan State on Oct. 10. Starting QB #4 Houser, a veteran transfer, exits with a hand injury after his second interception, prompting true freshman #7 Clayton to finish the game and spark a one‑point overtime victory. The hosts note Clayton’s eight passes mirrored Houser’s season‑long patterns—stellar to the top two receivers, weak to other targets—highlighting the Illini’s reliance on a short‑passing, catch‑and‑run scheme under OC Lunney amid an underdeveloped line and plagued tight ends. They debate whether sophomore QB Boyd will replace Houser or if Clayton will keep the reins for Saturday’s matchup.
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