Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Oregon Ducks

Tampering and NIL controversies shake up the Big Ten as Nebraska challenges the College Sports Commission's rulings on NIL deals—are new regulations the answer, or just adding fuel to the fire? The Big 10 Squad breaks down Tony Petitti’s embattled leadership, ongoing tampering scandals, and the uncertain power dynamics shaping college football’s future. Key topics include the Big Ten’s stance on t...

Oregon unveiled its official coaching staff earlier this week, which includes a recent CFB standout at wide receiver. Is Koa Ka'ai the right choice at QB coach? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses 2026 DB recruit Davon Benjamin. Will he compete for the starting Nickel slot this year? Oregon Men's Basketball ended its dreadful season that is the worst of the Dana Alt...

Oregon and Penn State are among the schools pursuing elite 2026 QB prospect Will Mencl. Does the Ducks' crowded QB room make it tougher to land him? Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Nittany Lions' host Zach Seyko. Oregon and Penn State have played 2 seasons in a row, once in the Big 10 Championship Game in 2024 and last year in a double overtime thriller. Could the...

Oregon OC Drew Mehringer recently gave one of his first public interviews since being promoted to offensive coordinator, replacing Will Stein. What stood out from his remarks? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by recruiting analyst Brian Smith to discuss UL-Monroe transfer DL Jerome Simmons. Why was a guy of his size playing at a smaller school and how can he help...

Oregon 2027 4-star OT Drew Fielder is getting a big recruiting push from USC. The Southern California native might have a couple reasons to flip to the Trojans. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and recruiting analyst Brian Smith breakdown 2026 DL recruit Anthony Jones. Is he an underrated player on the D-Line? 5-star Sophomore Na'eem Offord was a contributor in his freshma...

Oregon went into the regular season finale against Washington with nothing to play for but pride and a rivalry win. The Ducks put together one of their best games of the year and then totally imploded. On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to Oregon falling apart to end the regular season of Big 10 play. Up next is the Big 10 Basketball Tournament BECOME A LOCKED ON DUCKS I...

Oregon is enduring it's worst season ever under Dana Altman with one game left in the regular season on Saturday against the Huskies. Can the shorthanded Ducks get a win against their rival? On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Huskies' host Roman Tomashoff discuss Saturday's regular season finale. Nate Bittle vs Hannes Steinbach is a get-your-popcorn type of match...

Oregon's national title run in 2025 was thwarted by Indiana, and also mistakes made by Dante Moore and the Oregon offense. What could stop them in 2026? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down 2026 incoming freshman Tony Cumberland. Can he find a role on the D-Line this Fall? Oregon RB Dink Riggs is heading into his third season in Eugene without yet having made a maj...

Who will emerge as the Big Ten’s top quarterback in 2026—Dante Moore, Julian Sayin, or a surprise contender? The Big 10 Squad debates Tom Fornelli’s latest rankings, spotlighting rising stars like De’Mon Williams, Jayden Maiava, Josh Hoover, and Bryce Underwood. Heated discussions erupt over Josh Hoover’s upside at Indiana, Malik Washington’s raw talent at Maryland, and whether Rocco Becht or Cade...

Oregon has landed predictions from multiple national recruiting analysts to flip 5-star DB Donte Wright in the 2027 class. That would be an awesome addition to the class.  On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the film of 2026 4-star DB Azel Banag. Does he have a shot to break into the Nickel rotation? Oregon was two wins away from a national title this past year, b...

Oregon and USC are once again pursuing an elite west coast prospect in a 2027 recruiting battle. Plus, how valuable is a player like Aaron Flowers to the Ducks? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down 2026 4-star linebacker Braylon Hodge. Will he be able to see the field in 2026 for Oregon's defense? Oregon hired a defensive assistant to the staff in Rip Rowan from th...

Oregon is reportedly in a good position for 5-star 2027 QB Will Mencl. How have the Ducks kept recruiting quality HS quarterbacks after leaning on the portal? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down 2026 defensive back Xavier Lehrisse. He garnered a lot of praise late in the recruiting cycle and could sneak his way into the rotation this Fall.  Akili Smith Jr. heads i...

Coming off a loss to Northwestern in what was a winnable game, but Dana Altman's team couldn't get it done. How do they approach their last 2 regular season games? On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Illini' host Sunny Verma to breakdown the game. Wei Lin has to score for Oregon to pull the upset. BECOME A LOCKED ON DUCKS INSIDER https://joinsubtext.com/c/lockedon...

Oregon's QB room is as deep as it has ever been under Dan Lanning, headlined by future first round NFL Draft pick Dante Moore. Who comes into the game if he goes down? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the film of incoming 2026 freshman WR Messiah Hampton. His career could tell us a lot about WR Coach Ross Douglas. Oregon's Jadon Canady was one of the biggest su...

Oregon's defense in 2025 was the best to date under Dan Lanning, including a shutout against Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl. Can they improve in 2026? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the career outlook of 2026 4-star LB Tristan Phillips. His jabs at Husky fans are not all there is to like about the Ventura, CA native. Dan Lanning enters year 5 with arguably his m...

Oregon PG Jackson Shelstad is apparently seeking a medical redshirt to get two years of Basketball left with the Ducks instead of just one. That could be huge for Dana Altman. On this episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses SF Dez Lindsay getting another year of eligibility via medical redshirt. His offseason examination will be a good tracker for Oregon's 2026-27 season. BECOME A...

Big Ten dominates college football while the SEC eyes $40 million rosters—will money alone shift the balance of power? The Big 10 squad debates whether high-priced rosters can save the SEC from Big Ten superiority and reflect on Lane Kiffin’s coaching priorities. Key insights touch on Ohio State, Oregon, and Penn State’s spending, with comparisons to Indiana’s national championship run without bre...

Oregon's running back room thrived in 2025, including the true freshmen Jordon Davison and Dierre Hill Jr. to run the rock. They're key pieces for Dante Moore, how good can they be? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down 2026 4-star DL recruit Prince Tavizon. How could he factor into the D-Line rotation in the coming years? A report from ESPN indicated that Oregon Ba...

Oregon and Oregon State are reportedly not going to play until at least 2028. Reports indicate the Beavers wanted to play the game less than the Ducks--it's hard to blame them. On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Oregon's 2026 expectations and how high they should be for Duck fans. Is "natty or bust" the right mindset? Spencer dives into 2026 true freshman Dutch Hor...

Oregon's schedule is the toughest to date in the Big 10 era, headlined by Ohio State and Michigan in November and ending with Washington. Which 3 games most define the 2026 season? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin lays out his 5 most impactful transfers for 2026. Koi Perich is a pretty clear  #1 pick, but who else will be in the fold? Oregon 2026 OL commit Koloi Keli is on...

Oregon's QB room and strategy has been one of the most unique in the entire country. Dylan Raiola's arrival was met with mixed reviews amongst Duck fans, was that warranted? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Nebraska' host Connor Happer discuss the former Cornhuskers' 5-star QB. Could he lead Oregon to a national title one day? One of Oregon's lowest-rated re...

Oregon's QB room is immensley deep, headlined by future Top 5 NFL Draft pick Dante Moore. Will Dylan Raiola's arrival prevent Akili Smith Jr. from starting one day? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the film of 2026 4-star RB Brandon Smith. He gives major Dierre Hill vibes. Oregon JUCO transfer Trevon Watson is not one of the most highly-regarded newcomers for t...

UCLA Basketball implodes as Mick Cronin ejects his own player and clashes with media, sparking debate about his future. Is Cronin’s fiery approach wearing thin, and did UCLA make a costly mistake by extending his contract? Locked On Big Ten Squad tackles Cronin’s meltdown, comparing his antics with Tom Izzo and Matt Painter’s leadership styles, and questions whether postgame outbursts are damaging...

Oregon's lineup of returners has set expectations very high for 2026, with the phrase "natty or bust" already having been thrown around. What stops them from winning it all? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Erik Skopil of 247Sports and the 'Autzen Audibles' podcast. How can the Ducks navigate their toughest Big 10 schedule to date? Oregon has a very young coac...

Oregon has brought in 5 verbal commitments in its 2027 efforts and they're laying the groundwork for another elite class. Will they be top 5 nationally again? On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Max Torres of ScoopDuck.com and the 'Ducks Dish' podcast. Which names should Oregon fans keep an eye on for the 2027 cycle? Spencer and Max also look athe 2026 haul, the...