The Oregon Ducks had one of the best seasons in program history last year, finishing 13-1, winning the Big Ten in their first year, and earning the number 1 seed in the CFP. Although the Ducks lost more than 15 starters to the NFL this year, their roster still looks like one of the best in the nation. Led by Quarterback, QB Dante Moore, as well as DE Matayo Uiagalelei and S Dillion Thineman. Oregon has one of the best classes in 2026, highlighted by 5-star TE Kendre Harrison and more to come.
The Ducks could very well go undefeated again after a quick glance at their schedule.
Week 1 Vs Montana State
Week 2 Vs Oklahoma State
Week 3, At Northwestern
Week 4, Vs Oregon State
Week 5, At Penn State
Week 6, ByeWeek 7, Vs Indiana
Week 8, At Rutgers
Week 9, Vs Wisconsin
Week 10, Bye
Week 11, At Iowa
Week 12, Vs Minnesota
Week 13, Vs USC
Week 14, At Washington
They have a 30% chance to win the Big Ten(Via FanDuel). The schedule is highlighted by week 5 at PSU, where it will most likely be a White Out game(Via Brad Crawford -247 Sports), which is arguably the toughest environment to play in the country.
The Ducks will have to replace vital parts of their team, losing more than 15 starters to the NFL this year. With returning star players like DE Matayo Uiagalelei, who led the Big Ten in sacks(Via ESPN), along with Transfers like S Dillion Thineman, and RB Mahki Hughes. Some players will need to break out, some I think will are WR Dakorien Moore #1 WR out of the 2025 class, RB Da’juan Riggs Sophomore who got few reps last year, but when he did he shined, and lastly CB Na’eem Offord 5 star #1 CB out of the 2025 class(Rankings via ON7). Dan Lanning and the Ducks have had a top 10 class in all the seasons Dan has been there; they are looking to recreate this success.
After not landing the #1 QB in the 2026 class, Jared Curtis, earlier this month, the Ducks will try to make a last-minute push for #1 overall player, OT Jackson Cantwell. They have already landed 5-star TE Kendre Harrison, 4-star RB Tadarian Ball, and 4-star DL Tony Cumberland. Oregon had extended their Offensive Coordinator, Will Stenin, and Defensive Coordinator Tosh Lupoi up until 2028.
According to Sports Illustrated, the Ducks have the 3rd best chance, +425 odds to win the National Championship. Will Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks be able to have the same success as they did last season and win the National Championship? And in the words of Dan Lanning “The grass is damn green in Eugene.”
