Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Oregon Ducks

Oregon 5-star WR Dakorien Moore made a big play early on, but was quiet after a 40-yard reception from QB Austin Novosad. Duck fans should STILL be excited in 2025. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin evaluates the RB room after Saturday's Spring Game. The unit could see more contributors than in years past. Spencer concludes the show reacting to insiders' takes/reactions fro...

Dan Lanning shut down the idea that the Ducks will add a transfer linebacker with so many young guys in the room. And no...special teams is NOT a need either. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses mailbag reactions to the Spring Game. Were there any real negative takeaways in the Ducks' QB room? Safety is a big question mark in Oregon's secondary, and second year play...

Oregon's Spring Game was a great spectacle for fans and recruits alike on Saturday. The Ducks showed why they're expected to be a Playoff team again in 2025. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin lays out 3 players who earned more playing time based on Saturday's performance--beginning with DT Jericho Johnson. Plus, Oregon Baseball just had one of its biggest series win EVER ag...

Oregon's recruiting has been quiet and took a hit in the 2026 class yesterday when 5-star OT Kodi Greene flipped to Washington. Where do the Ducks go next at OL? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin takes a stab at predicting how the secondary depth chart will play out for the Ducks going into the Spring Game. Can true freshman Na'eem Offord crack the starting rotation? Spence...

Nico Iamaleava's move to UCLA Bruins football is shaking up the Big Ten landscape. Will this transfer be the game-changer UCLA needs, or just another chapter in their ongoing saga? Dive into the latest college football buzz as we explore Maryland Terrapins' season predictions and the dynamic shifts in the transfer portal. Key figures like Zach Anderson and Trent Condon weigh in on the potential im...

Oregon's Dakorien Moore, the #1 WR in the Class of 2025, is one of the most highly sought after recruits in Ducks history. He's going to draw lots of buzz on Saturday. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses what to watch from the Oregon QBs on Saturday in the Spring Game. Is there more to look out for than Dante Moore, the expected starter? Oregon's coaching staff is m...

Oregon's defense had its best season under Dan Lanning and Tosh Lupoi yet in 2024, albeit with a bumpy final 2 games. To stay at that level, the secondary MUST click. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Oregon's loaded defensive line room. They're capable of repeating last year's production even amidst losses to the NFL Draft like Derrick Harmon.  Saturday's Spring...

Oregon's Spring Game approaches this Saturday for fans' first look at the 2025 Ducks. Dante Moore is the most important player to watch, but what else matters? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Oregon's offensive line going into the Spring Game. Should expectations be tempered with 4 new starters from last year? Spencer concludes today's show discussing the quiet...

Syracuse WR Trebor Pena, who had over 900 yards with the Orange last season, has hit the transfer portal. Would a reunion with Oregon WR Coach Ross Douglas make sense? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the Oregon running backs heading into this week's Spring Game. That unit provides a LOT of excitement for now and the future. ESPN legendary commentator Lee Corso a...

Oregon former 5-star WR Jurrion Dickey enters his third year with the Ducks without having seen any sort of major role. He could be a looming transfer departure. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how the wide receiver room looks going into the Spring Game next weekend. Young talent is plentiful, but finding snaps this Fall will be a challenge. Oregon Basketball's...

Nico Iamaleava's transfer saga is shaking up college football. Could his move redefine player compensation and transfer dynamics? Dive into the latest buzz surrounding the UCLA Bruins and their Big Ten journey, as Spencer McLaughlin, Roman Tomashoff, Mark Culkin, and Zach Anderson y UCLA dissect the implications of Iamaleava's potential transfer to UCLA or USC. Explore UCLA's prospects under Desha...

Oregon has found its first Spring transfer departure in DB Roderick Pleasant. He might not even be the last secondary player to leave the Ducks with the portal open. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how TE Kenyon Sadiq will slide into the TE1 role with Louisville transfer Jamari Johnson behind him. Who else should fans keep an eye on in the Spring Game next Satur...

The transfer portal is open and Oregon's roster has plenty of talent on both sides of the ball. Will Dan Lanning/Tosh Lupoi add a transfer LB to shore up depth? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin shares an update on 5-star QB Ryder Lyons in the 2026 class. Plus, how does Oregon's schedule affect their Playoff outlook for this Fall? Oregon Basketball is looking at an internat...

Oregon 3rd-year QB Austin Novosad is likely going to be the Ducks' backup to Dante Moore in 2025. With the portal opening on Wednesday, he needs to stay out of it. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the latest recruiting news for Oregon in the 2026 class. Is 5-star OT Jackson Cantwell trending towards the Ducks? Oregon Basketball has added 3 inexperienced transfers...

Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava has shockingly and rapidly left the Vols, and was an Oregon QB target in HS. The former 5-star recruit is NOT worth a look for the Ducks. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses past, current, and future Oregon QBs and where Dante Moore can fit amidst all of them. Why isn't Dillon Gabriel's NFL Draft stock higher? Oregon Basketball has added...

Oregon 5-star #1 WR Dakorien Moore continues to generate buzz amongst several Oregon Football players in Spring practice. Should the Ducks have the highest hopes? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Spring tidbits that indicate where expectations should be for certain players. Will former starting CB Jahlil Florence be able to recapture a starting role with the Duck...

Can the Wisconsin Badgers defy the odds and secure a bowl game this season? With the Big Ten conference heating up, the spotlight is on Wisconsin's football team as they aim to surpass their 5.5 win total. Spencer McLaughlin, alongside guests Roman Tomashaw, Mark Culkin, and Ryan Herring, dissects the Badgers' prospects, analyzing their schedule and quarterback dynamics. The conversation also tack...

Oregon has long been tied to a pair of 5-star QBs in 2026 in Ryder Lyons and Jared Curtis (#1 overall). What happens if they both commit elsewhere? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how the QB position impacts the recruiting trail. Plus, why NIL has been great for the position in college football. Oregon Basketball has added a NEW TRANSFER in Elon G TJ Simpkins. W...

Oregon's Spring Game is just 17 days away on April 26th, and a starting QB has not officially been named. If Dante Moore is clearly the guy, what's Lanning waiting for? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Erik Skopil of 247Sports and the 'Autzen Audibles' podcast. Is Oregon's secondary the biggest question for the coaching staff in Spring Practice? There could be...

Oregon currently has just 8 players committed in the Class of 2026, ranking 8th nationally. Is 5-star QB Jared Curtis the next piece the Ducks will add in May? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how Oregon's NIL commitment alters its recruiting outlook. Plus, a couple of names to follow for Spring Football. Oregon PF Kwame Evans Jr. announced he will return to Oreg...

Oregon 5-star #1 WR Dakorien Moore is one of the biggest names Dan Lanning is coaching in Spring Practice. He is coming into a PERFECT situation on Oregon's offense. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the QB battle that may or may not be taking place. Can Austin Novosad push Dante Moore for the starting job? Oregon PG Jackson Shelstad will reportedly return to Oreg...

Oregon is not returning a lot of production from last year, ranking 105th in returning production at 43%. If the Ducks are to make the Playoff, which returners must thrive? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'The Portal' host Brian Smith discuss Oregon's roster retention efforts. Is that where NIL dollars should be directed? Oregon Basketball has a LOT of roster needs, e...

Can the Purdue Boilermakers defy the odds in the Big Ten football landscape? With a win total set at just 3.5, the Boilermakers face a challenging season under new coach Barry Odom. This episode dives into bold predictions and hot takes, exploring whether Purdue can surpass expectations. The discussion also covers Ohio State's quarterback situation, with Julian Sayin poised to lead the Buckeyes, a...

Oregon HC Dan Lanning recently mentioned the inexperienced but talented nature of the 2025 Ducks Football team. That's exciting for Oregon fans--mostly. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'The Portal' host Brian Smith discuss 2026 4-star RB Tradarian Ball. Does he at all remind Duck fans of an all-time great RB? Oregon Basketball got a shocking transfer departure yesterd...

Oregon's recruiting news has either been quiet or decommitments in the last couple of weeks. Is 5-star QB Jared Curtis the next big piece of good news that will arrive? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Max Torres of ScoopDuck.com and the 'Ducks Dish' podcast. How will the WR room shake out with so many options on the perimeter? Oregon's secondary is undergoing...