Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Oregon Ducks

Stanford's new GM Andrew Luck made waves by firing Head Coach Troy Taylor and bringing in Frank Reich as an interim HC. Oregon fans should keep an eye on the situation. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses expectations for returning 4th-year WR Justius Lowe. Is he being overlooked in the WR room for 2025? Oregon Basketball center Nate Bittle announced he will explore...

Oregon had its 3rd decommitment of the 2026 cycle, recently losing 4-star DL Tomuhini Topui who's likely to wind up at USC. Will the Ducks be getting good recruiting news? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Oregon Basketball's first transfer of the offseason. Will Texas SF transfer Devon Pryor be a high impact player for the Ducks? Dana Altman will be much more act...

Washington didn't threaten Oregon in 2024, with Dan Lanning picking up his first win over the Huskies last season 49-21. Will the Ducks roll the Dawgs in Seattle again in 2025? Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Huskies' host Roman Tomashoff. After a program record 10 sacks, will Washington bring more of a challenge to Oregon in the trenches? Both teams will be start...

Oregon finished the regular season 13-0, winning the Big 10 Championship in their first season in the league. Should the Ducks expect to get back to that game in 2025? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Rian Winter (@SportsChat503). They discuss 5-star WR Dakorien Moore who was recently compared to one of the best WRs in the NFL. Rian also shares thoughts on wha...

USC's recruiting prowess is shaking up the Big Ten landscape. Could the Trojans' 2026 class redefine college football dynamics? With top-tier recruits and a national #1 ranking, USC's potential impact is a hot topic. The episode dives into the pressure cooker of Big Ten coaching, spotlighting figures like Kurt Signetti at Indiana and Ryan Day at Ohio State. The stakes are high, and expectations ar...

ESPN recently listed Oregon RB Makhi Hughes as a breakout candidate for the Ducks going into 2025. Can the Tulane transfer produce at Jordan James' level from 2024? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On' recruiting guru Brian Smith discuss 5-star QB Jared Curtis. With a commitment date of May 5th, how does Dan Lanning and his staff close the deal? Oregon Basketba...

Dante Moore and Austin Novosad (and Akili Smith Jr.?) are in a QB battle according to HC Dan Lanning. What are the odds the former 5-star isn't Oregon's starter? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how the two signal callers can separate themselves to be named the starter. Oregon's defensive line depth is one of the major questions to answer in Spring practice. Spen...

Oregon blitzed (4) Arizona out of the gate leading 19-4 in the early going. Arizona's physicality proved to be too much as the surged back to end Oregon's season. On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses what comes next for Dana Altman's Ducks. Nate Bittle's pending decision to return looms large despite a poor game against the Wildcats. Oregon Women's Basketball fought to...

Oregon Basketball EXPLODED out of the gates behind hot shooting led by Jackson Shelstad. Oregon's DEFENSE was huge for the Ducks to cruise to a win to make the Round of 32. On this special episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin looks at what comes next for Oregon Basketball. Plus, a look ahead to the next matchup with (4) Arizona and their star Caleb Love. Spencer also discusses Oregon Wom...

Oregon QB Dante Moore is fighting to start his first college football game since 2023. His supporting cast at Oregon would be VASTLY superior to what he had at UCLA. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin shares more thoughts on the idea of altering Oregon's Spring Game to include another team. Plus, a look at how some 2024 Ducks might fare in the NFL. Going into Friday night's...

Colorado HC Deion Sanders suggested, along with Syracuse HC Fran Brown, that Spring Games/Practices should be done between teams. That's a move the Ducks should consider. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses expectations for 5-star freshman WR Dakorien Moore. Could he hit 1,000 yards this Fall with Dante Moore as his likely QB? Oregon Basketball takes on (12) Liberty...

Deion Sanders' bold proposal for spring football scrimmages could revolutionize college football. Imagine the Florida Gators clashing with rivals in off-season showdowns, boosting fan engagement and team readiness. Is this the future of college sports? Explore the NCAA basketball tournament's controversial selections, with UNC's inclusion sparking debate. Craig Sheeman and other experts weigh in o...

Spring Practice is the first time the new-look Ducks will be taking the field together. The two biggest questions rest in the QB room and Dante Moore, and how the secondary comes together on defense. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Oregon's outlook going into Spring Practice. Will the Ducks be led more by their offense or defense in 2025? Oregon Basketball has b...

Oregon has received a crystal ball to land 4-star WR Jalen Lott, but Duck fans shouldn't sharpie him in as a Duck just yet. Recruiting news continues to trend in the right way for the Ducks in 2026. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the prospect of a QB transferring in the Spring window with 5 guys in the room. Will this year's starter have another elite OL to blo...

Oregon's Spring Football practices have begun and HC Dan Lanning said of the QB position that it will "absolutely be a competition". Will Dante Moore really be pushed by Austin Novosad? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the pending 3rd season for former 5-star WR Jurrion Dickey. Can he finally contribute this year? What does his past say about 5-star freshman WR D...

Oregon's 2026 5-star TE Kendre Harrison (also a basketball prospect) announced he would shut down his recruitment and lock into the Ducks for next cycle. That's not the only good news on the trail. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses a SCORCHING hot take on the Ducks' QB situation for 2025. How confident should the Ducks be in Austin Novosad if he winds up being Dan...

Are the Big Ten's top coaches feeling the heat? With the college football season in full swing, the spotlight is on the Big Ten Conference, where coaching legends like Lincoln Riley and Kirk Ferentz face mounting pressure. As the NCAA basketball tournament looms, predictions are flying about which teams will rise or fall. Join hosts Jacob Goins, Roman Tomashoff, and others as they dissect the pote...

Oregon's 2026 recruiting class have begun trending the #Jared2Eugene in an effort to land 5-star #1 QB Jared Curtis. He's not the only top player at his position Dan Lanning is after. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the impact the 2023 and 2024 recruiting classes will have on the 2025 season. How many former 4/5-star defensive line recruits will emerge this year...

Oregon has been one of the best teams in the country in the NIL space over the last couple of years. The Ducks' widespread efforts are integral to staying in the Big 10 title hunt every year. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Hoosiers' host Jacob Goins cross over to discuss Thursday's Big 10 Tournament matchup. Do the Hoosiers once again need a win more than...

Oregon had 4-star DL Bott Mulitalo decommit from the Ducks 2026 recruiting class. Oregon is well suited to survive that flip, but could 5-star OT Kodi Greene change course as well? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin lists a couple of recruiting names to keep an eye on in the 2026 class. How much of a "reset" year is 2025 for Oregon? Dana Altman recently had to address retire...

Dan Lanning locked up an extension that likely keeps him in Eugene through the 2030 season while paying him $11 million per year. How long will he keep both coordinators, Will Stein and Tosh Lupoi? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin lays out potential surprises for Oregon Football as Spring Practice gets underway. Could former 5-star players still not see a major role for th...

ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that Oregon and Dan Lanning are about to agree to an extension that raises his salary to $11 million. Does this deal ensure nobody could come get the Ducks' HC? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses other coaching changes on the staff. Plus, discussing Oregon's defensive performance in big games. Oregon Basketball has won 6 straight heading...

Can the Big Ten's dark horses upset the traditional powerhouses this season? With spring football practices underway, the Big Ten landscape is buzzing with potential surprises. Teams like Penn State, Illinois, and Nebraska are gearing up for a season that could redefine their standings. The discussion features insights from Spencer McLaughlin, Craig Sheman, and Zach Anderson Yoxheimer, who explore...

Oregon is chasing BOTH 5-star OTs Immanuel Iheanacho and Jackson Cantwell while already having 5-star OT Kodi Greene. Can the Ducks land all 3 of them for 2026? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by 'Locked On The Portal' host Brian Smith. He shares the latest on the pair of 5-star OTs as well as high-profile DBs that Oregon is after. Oregon's new WR Ross Douglas i...

Steve Wiltfong of On3 Sports has logged a prediction for Oregon to land one of the top DBs in 2026, Davon Benjamin. Can Oregon's secondary recruiting soar after 2025's historic haul? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Dan Lanning's defense and whether it's what Oregon fans expected when he was hired from Georgia. Plus, looking at where Will Stein falls amongst OCs...