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On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses tidbits from the 2025 NFL Draft combine. Can Dink Riggs find his way to be the next great Oregon running back?

Dan Lanning failed to capitalize on a real shot at a national title in 2024, his 3rd season as a head coach. What should fans expect for a timeline for him to win Oregon's first national championship?

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Big Ten football is reshaping its landscape with surprising offseason moves. Did you know Illinois and Rutgers are leading in returning player production? Dive into the latest on Big Ten teams, where returning stars and new additions are setting the stage for an exciting season. Hosts Jacob Goins, Craig Sheman, Trent Cotton, Spencer McLaughlin, Zach Seo, and Roman Tomashoff break down the impact of NIL spending and transfer portal dynamics. Key figures like Cario Davis, Kyron Hudson, and Pat Coogan are highlighted as game-changers for their teams. The discussion also touches on the strategic shifts and ethical debates surrounding NIL spending, with insights from ESPN's Bill Connolly and On3's rankings.

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Oregon has landed its first secondary commitment in the 2026 cycle in 4-star safety Xavier Lherisse. Should Duck fans expect him to start early in his career?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses a report that the 2025 Playoff could, after all, get the seeding change that is obviously needed. Does that benefit Oregon?

Spencer concludes today's show talking about the biggest concern(s) for the Ducks going into 2025. Where does expected starting QB Dante Moore rank on that list?

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Oregon 4-star QB commit flipped to USC, leaving the Ducks without a QB in the 2026 cycle (for now). Williams' departure opens the door for an even more talented player to walk in the door.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Oregon losing OT George Silva to the transfer portal. What does that say about the offensive tackle position in 2025?

Oregon Basketball picked up a MASSIVE comeback win on Saturday at #11 Wisconsin, overcoming a 17-point deficit to win their 4th in a row. Are the Ducks back to having lofty expectations for the NCAA Tournament?

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Oregon and Indiana will meet on the football field for the first ever time as Big 10 foes on October 11th, 2025. Can the Hoosiers upset the Ducks and give Dan Lanning just his 2nd ever loss at home?

Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover episode with 'Locked On Hoosiers' host Jacob Goins. What sort of QB battle is Dante Moore vs Fernando Mendoza, who returns to Autzen Stadium after struggling there with Cal in 2023?

Spencer and Jacob conclude today's show discussing the outlook for both programs in the Big 10 (which is still wild). Will the Hoosiers be a perennial threat to the Ducks' annual pursuits of Big 10 Championships? Could they meet in the expanded Playoff?

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Oregon had a 13-0 season with a Big 10 Championship end miserably for Duck fans, leaving a debate as to whether the overall season was a success amongst some Duck fans. What is a successful season looking like in 2025 with Dante Moore at QB?

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Oregon is one of 4 schools to land a visit this Summer from 5-star Ohio State commit Chris Henry Jr., the top wideout in the Class of 2026. Can the Ducks flip another prized Buckeye recruit?

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Locked On recruiting guru Brian Smith. The Ducks have an early start on the #1 class in 2026, what will it take to keep them there?

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Big Ten football is on the brink of transformation. Will Ohio State, Oregon, and Michigan maintain their dominance, or will rising stars like Washington and Indiana shake up the hierarchy? As the college football landscape shifts, the expansion of the College Football Playoff looms large, promising new opportunities and challenges for teams across the conference.

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