Oregon has already landed 1 5-star recruit in the 2026 cycle in TE Kendre Harrison. With several more having the Ducks in their sights, that number is bound to grow.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin and recruiting analyst Brian Smith discuss Oregon's latest commit in 4-star WR Messiah Hampton. Plus, looking at whether Evan Stewart should return to the Ducks in 2026.

Oregon DL transfer Bear Alexander figures to start for the Ducks this year, could he lead the team in sacks? Plus, where Dante Moore could rank for all-time Oregon QBs if he hits his ceilng.

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Oregon is still waiting to climb back towards what its floor should be of a top 10 class in 2026--5-star Brandon Arrington could help. Is Washington a threat in recruiting?

Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover episode with 'Locked On Huskies' host Roman Romashoff. They discuss whether there's a "right way" to build a roster in college football.

Spencer pushes back on the notion that Oregon doesn't recruit enough of its own players to turn them into NFL Draft picks. Plus, a look at where the schools' basketball programs stand going into next year.

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Oregon broke its dry spell with 4-star WR Messiah Hampton, while landing a prediction for 5-star safety Jhett Washington. Hampton has all the tools to be a great Duck.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses where Oregon's high school recruiting is at and where it needs to go. Plus, a look at how the passing attack could shake out for Dante Moore.

Spencer concludes today's show discussing which positions Oregon is going to send into the NFL at the highest volume. Will that translate to recruiting wins?

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After failing to land 5-star #1 QB Jared Curtis (Georgia) the Ducks have made overtures to land a 2026 signal caller. A decommit from Boise State should be followed.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses whether Oregon will once again have one of the best defensive lines in the Big 10. Plus, why Kyler Kasper is underrated in the WR room for 2025.

Spencer concludes today's show discussing the House v NCAA settlement and hwo it affects Oregon. Plus, ranking the top coaches on Oregon's staff under Dan Lanning.

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College football's landscape shifts dramatically with NCAA's game-changing settlement. Will player payments reshape team dynamics and recruiting strategies across the Big Ten? Hosts dissect the settlement's far-reaching implications, from potential roster size changes to the evolving role of NIL collectives. The conversation heats up with bold predictions for the upcoming season. Big Ten insiders Spencer McLaughlin and Craig Shemon offer unique perspectives on how top programs might adapt to these seismic changes.

4-star WR Messiah Hampton is committing on Friday and is expected to pick the Ducks. He could be a jumpstarter for Oregon's 2026 class, currently ranked #41.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the future of OC Will Stein--and QB Austin Novosad. Could they leave in a package deal?

Oregon set a progrum record last year with 10 NFL Draft selections, and Dan Lanning could break that record again one day. Could the Ducks send 4 players in the first round next year?

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Oregon WR Evan Stewart is not expected to play in 2025 because of an injury suffered last week. Has he played his final game as a Duck? Or would he return in 2026?

On today's episodoe of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses why the matchups with Oregon State should continue. Plus, a prediction on who will start in the new-look secondary.

Oregon's schedule, like most college football programs, is set years in advance. What would a better formula be for those games? Plus, new legislation in the federal government regarding college football.

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Oregon's passing game has plenty of questions without WR Evan Stewart in the fold, likely for all of the 2025 season. TE Kenyon Sadiq could just explode and cover it all.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses more fallout from the Evan Stewart injury and the House v NCAA settlement. Plus, looking where Oregon is at with several high-profile recruits.

Oregon's offensive line took time to gel in 2024 but was an elite unit by the end of the year. Is that going to happen again with 4 new expected starters?

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