Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Oregon Ducks

Oregon has an "all-in" football approach as an Athletic Department that has at times made it tougher for other sports to thrive. The pressure on Dan Lanning for Duck fans is real. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses where Dante Moore could rank all-time in Oregon quarterbacks. How far up the top 10 list does he currently sit? When the Pac-12 fell apart after the 202...

Oregon made a huge splash with 5-star WR Dakota Guerrant picking the Ducks over Michigan. The Detroit native is a thrilling prospect who will make an instant impact. On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses where Oregon sits in non-football sports in the financial world. Duck fans can't set expectations too high in a sport like baseball. Photo Credit: David Banks - Imagn Im...

Dante Moore will be the highest NFL draftee one day when he declares for the Draft--likely after this upcoming season. Who are the 10 best players on Oregon's elite roster this fall? Today's SPECIAL EPISODE of Locked On Ducks celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the Locked On Podcast Network. Spencer McLaughlin gives his top 10 Oregon moments of his football viewing career. From LaMichael James t...

One of Oregon's top defensive line targets in 2027, Marcus Fakatou, released a final 3 schools and the Ducks didn't make the cut. What does that mean for this recruiting cycle? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin takes another stab at his favorite offseason guessing game. How might the depth chart shake out at the Nickel position behind whoever the starter is? Dante Moore rec...

The Big 10 Championship Game was predicted by one website to be a rematch of Indiana and Ohio State in 2026. Should Oregon be in the fold per expectations? What about USC? Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Nittany Lions' host Zach Seyko and 'Locked On Hoosiers' host Jacob Goins. They discuss the best coaching staffs in the Big 10. The landscape has changed a lot wit...

Big Ten powers rally against Texas Tech over Brendan Sorsby’s controversial eligibility fight. As the Red Raiders attempt to play Sorsby despite NCAA regulations, Big Ten schools refuse all non-conference competition, igniting a heated debate about integrity, NIL chaos, and the role of judges in college football. Is this a Texas Tech scandal, an NCAA crisis, or a sign the sport is spinning out of...

Oregon is slated to host a massive list of visitors this weekend, including 5-star prospects Marcus Fakatou and Hayden Stepp. Could the Ducks flip Charles Davis from Cal and Tosh Lupoi? Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On The Portal' host Brian Smith. He and Spencer go through the other visitors for this weekend and discuss who stands out. Brian also shares insights o...

Oregon has found recruiting momentum and surged into the top 10 nationally with a trio of commits this week. DL Achilles Reyna is among the most unique Dan Lanning has ever landed. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin also discusses the commitment of 2027 3-star TE George VanSandt. Why might Oregon suddenly be prioritizing in-state recruits? Oregon's defense goes into the 2026...

Oregon landed its latest 2027 commitment with 3-star WR Malachi Garlington flipping from Washington State. He shows shades of Troy Franklin on film. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin talks about the quality of depth at Oregon's safety position. Is 5-star 2nd year player Trey McNutt bound to find a role on the field this Fall? Oregon Baseball's season came to an end after a...

Oregon was a finalist for 5-star EDGE KJ Green, but the highly touted prospect picked LSU instead. The Ducks should have a lot of attention on 5-star WR Dakota Geurrant. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the state of Oregon's linebacker depth in 2026. How big of a role will a true or redshirt freshman play? Spencer ends today's show reacting to the latest from Ore...

June has historically been a big month for Oregon on the recruiting trail. With the currently #12 class in the country, the coming weeks could see that number rise--what should the priority be? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and recruiting analyst Brian Smith discuss Oregon's latest commit in 4-star LB Toa Satele. Brian breaks down his film and why he is such an interest...

The Big Ten and SEC unite to push back against Congress’s sweeping plan to overhaul college football, setting up a powerful standoff that could reshape the sport’s future. With player compensation, playoff formats, and media rights on the line, can any legislation succeed without college football’s biggest powerhouses on board? The Big 10 Squad dissects the motives behind congressional interventio...

Oregon's schedule recently got a shakeup in the future, cancelling Baylor for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. What should the Ducks do with their open week in 2028 to ensure Playoff access? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the depth on Oregon's defensive line. The group showed in the Spring Game they will be just fine after losing a lot of guys to the portal. Oregon Q...

Oregon has landed its first commitment of June in 4-star LB Toa Satele. He has all the traits to be a starting linebacker for Oregon and Dan Lanning one day. On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses what this addition means for the future at linebacker. The Ducks will have major turnover going into 2027 at the linebacker position. Photo Credit: Ben Lonergan 00:00 Recruitmen...

Oregon's offensive skill players are among the best in college football. Is there another group in the country that decidedly outshines the Ducks in 2026? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the depth behind Jamari Johnson at tight tend. That position group would suffer the biggest dropoff with an injury to the starter. Oregon's offensive line must replace 3 starter...

Oregon's 69-3 beatdown of Oklahoma State last year set the stage for Mike Gundy to get fired. Will Eric Morris provide more of a threat against the 2026 Ducks? Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Oklahoma State' host Cody Stovall. Spencer asks him the biggest questions regarding the Cowboys' improvement for 2026. Oregon will have a roster advantage over the Cowboys ag...

UCLA, an old Pac-12 foe, has surged onto the recruiting scene in recent weeks--occupying territory the Ducks have done well with. Can the Bruins be a threat to Oregon recruiting targets? Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On UCLA' host Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer. How quickly can former JMU head coach Bob Chesney build the Bruins into a Big 10 threat? Oregon's matchup with U...

Oregon had a home-and-home scheduled with another Big 12 foe in Baylor for 2027 and 2028, but they have cancelled that. The Ducks are taking a page out of Indiana's playbook. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the outlook for Oregon's offensive line. Which starting spot has the least amount of depth? Oregon has a huge visitor list upcoming for this weekend on the r...

Big Ten football faces a seismic shift as talk of a 70-school “Super Mega Conference” heats up. Could college athletics see relegation like the Premier League, or will tradition—with teams like Ohio State, Michigan, and UCLA—hold firm amidst swirling changes? The panel breaks down the latest bipartisan Congressional proposal that targets NIL regulation, transfer portal chaos, and the Lane Kiffin r...

Oregon OC Drew Mehringer is arguably the biggest question mark for the Ducks going into the 2026 season. He will have every opportunity to earn the trust of Duck fans. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by former Oregon TE George Wrighster, host of 'The Unafraid Show' on YouTube. He provides insight as to why he believes so much in Dante Moore. The 24-team Playoff...

2026 and 2027 will be the first years in a VERY long time that the 'Civil War' football game isn't played. That isn't going to remain as Oregon and Oregon State have reached an agreement. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and Carter Bahns of 247Sports discuss the return of the Ducks-Beavers football game starting in 2028. Plus, why Oregon's running back depth is in a great...

Oregon's secondary is going to replace a 1st round NFL Draft pick in Dillon Thieneman and a 4th round pick in Jadon Canady. Do they have the guys to instill confidence in fans? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the latest 2027 commit in 4-star safety (LB?) Malakai Taufoou. Recruiting analyst Brian Smith breaks down what his career could look like. Oregon Baseball...

Oregon added to its 2027 recruiting class with 4-star safet Malakai Taufoou. He is a good prospect that brings a little extra sweetener to the pot for this cycle. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the career path for 2026 4-star WR Messiah Hampton, who shined in the Spring Game. When will be be a big part of the Ducks offenses? Oregon starts Big 10 play with a big...

Oregon's outside cornerback group has one of the best returners in the country in sophomore Brandon Finney Jr. The situation opposite him is far more up in the air.  On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin talks about breakout players and guys who can level up their play in 2026. Will true freshman Davon Benjamin win the starting job at nickel?  Oregon added a preferred walk-on f...

Big Ten power flexes threaten to upend the college football landscape as Tony Petitti’s playoff expansion push sparks fierce debate. Is a 24-team playoff format diluting the sport’s intensity or driving new rivalries and storylines? Greg Sankey and the SEC’s battle for influence, clashing philosophies, and shifting narratives keep college football fans on edge. The Big 10 Squad spotlights UCLA’s p...