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Post Spring Mega-Roster Breakdown
A comprehensive look at Oregon’s spring practices and Spring Game, breaking down key player performances, position battles, and early takeaways shaping the Ducks’ outlook for the upcoming season.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Texas Tech + Indiana Preview
A shutout in a quarterfinal playoff game. Imagine telling that to yourself in 2007, 2014 or even 2024. I know Morton was about as unimpressive as could be, but at least part of that is due to our defense.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways JMU + TT Preview
Apologize for the delay on this, it’s been a busy holiday season. Time to lock in on TT. I focused most thoughts below on the matchup and what things I saw coming out of JMU. We are doing two podcasts post-JMU in the leadup to this game so as always, check out the ducks rising podcast on youtube, apple and spotify to get some more in-depth thoughts on the matchup as well. https://www.youtube.com/@DucksRisingPodcast
Trav’s Ten Takeaways
We have to start here. It’s not The Pick in 1994, but it’s every bit Verdell’s game winner in 2018, and right up there with the best plays in the rivalry.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: USC
Heck of a win. Not that SC didn’t have some injuries themselves, but to score 42 while down WR1, WR2, WR3 and C, LT, RT is a credit to our entire program. I was so impressed....
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Minnesota
With the weather finally cooperating, it was nice to finally play a clean and competent offense game.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Iowa
A detailed breakdown of Oregon’s gritty win over Iowa, highlighting Atticus Sappington’s heroic kicking performance, the Ducks’ dominant run game, key defensive moments, costly secondary lapses, and strategic reflections on clock management. The piece also looks ahead to Minnesota, outlines playoff scenarios, and provides an in-depth snapshot of Oregon’s projected 2026 roster across all position groups.
2026 Bye Week Roster Snapshot
With the bye week, I figured I would take a look ahead to what duck fans can expect from the 2026 roster. Obviously a good chunk of unknowns, but I believe this will prove a good starting point for thinking about next year’s roster and the remaining needs and decisions.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Wisconsin
Dante: A bit uneven again, but I felt better about his performance than I did leaving the stadium on Saturday. If there is one thing we know about Moore at this point, he needs a bit of a rhythm to get going, and unfortunately...
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Rutgers
I was worried about our team heading into this game, and the first few plays certainly didn’t calm....
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Indiana
I’ve had time to watch chunks of the replay and I don’t have much negative to say about our defense. The offense didn’t do anything to help us all day. They had success going away from Finney and we didn’t defend QB runs well.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Penn State
In this week’s Ten Takeaways, I dive into Oregon’s gritty overtime win at Penn State - the loudest road environment I’ve seen yet. From Dante Moore’s Heisman-level poise to Dierre Hill’s burst, Gary Bryant Jr.’s clutch catches, and a dominant defensive showing, I break down the plays, players, and decisions that defined the night and what it means for the Ducks moving forward.
Weekly Roundup: September 26
This week, Oregon Basketball (Men’s and Women’s) received some solid updates in recruiting, while Football has its eyes set on Beaver Stadium and Penn State for a top 10 showdown.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Oregon State
A punchy weekly rundown of Oregon’s 2025 season.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways: Northwestern
Moore is playing big-time football right now, and made some special throws on 3rd down Saturday that few players in the sport make.
Trav’s Ten Takeaways 2025
Trav’s Ten Takeaways 2025 delivers sharp weekly insights on Oregon football, blending in-depth analysis with candid perspective. From Dante Moore’s command of the offense and the rise of playmakers like Jayden Limar, to the development of the offensive line and defensive backfield, Trav tracks how talent, depth, and scheme are shaping the Ducks into a national contender. With breakdowns of standout performances, coaching strategy, and previews of upcoming matchups, these takeaways capture both the pulse of each game and the broader trajectory of Oregon’s season.
Trav's Ten Takeaways: Mega Season Preview
Mega Season Preview: Thursday August 27th
8/21 Fall Camp Intel
Get the latest on Fall Camp and more.
Ducks Rising Week 1 Fall Camp Report
The Latest from Fall Camp Week 1 in Eugene