Category Archives: FOOTBALL | Duck Season

Hitting the links: Spring football edition

Coach Chip Kelly orders directions during practice back in August 2011 at the grass practice fields near the Casanova Center. Preparations for the 2012 season began Monday in the Moshofsky Center (Rachelle Hacmac/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Updates on the quarterback battle and where one ESPN NFL Draft guru has LaMichael James going.

Highlights from Chip Kelly spring preview teleconference

Oregon Ducks head coach Chip Kelly fielded numerous questions from the press Wednesday about the beginning of spring practice next week.(Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Oregon head coach Chip Kelly spoke to the media via teleconference on Wednesday about incoming freshmen, the upcoming quarterback competition and why he decided to close spring practices.

Malee: With Tra Carson’s departure, Oregon’s running back situation a question mark

Oregon running back Kenjon Barner fails to pass through USC defenders during Oregon's 38-35 loss to USC Saturday night. (Michael Ciaglo/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Though not a star, Carson proved dependable in his freshman season, and it remains unclear who will replace him as a backup to Kenjon Barner.

Report: Running back Tra Carson set to transfer

Oregon running back Tra Carson finds an easy route to the end zone after a call back of Lavasier Tuinei's touchdown catch brought the ball to the Colorado one yard line during Oregon's 45 to 2 win over Colorado Saturday, Oct. 22. (Michael Ciaglo/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Carson is the third running back to leave Oregon since 2010.

In latest document release, Oregon athletic department admits to NCAA violations

Oregon head coach Chip Kelly waits behind the stage after a press conference in the week leading up to the 2012 Rose Bowl game, the third consecutive BCS game Kelly has lead the Oregon football program to since taking over in 2009. (Aaron Marineau/Emerald Archives)

Oregon admitted to wrongdoing in its latest document release, but it remains unclear if or when the Ducks will receive a formal Notice of Allegations from the NCAA.

Malee: Arik Armstead’s commitment follows rare bright moment on recruiting trail

Chip Kelly told the truth to Arik Armstead and the defensive lineman responded with a promise to commit to Oregon Wednesday.

Malee: Though he remains Oregon’s coach for now, it’s only a matter of time before Chip Kelly departs

Oregon head footbal coach Chip Kelly answers a question during Media Day for the 2012 Rose Bowl. Kelly's success in turning Oregon into a college football powerhouse has garnered the attention of NFL teams and that attention is on track to continue.. (Alex McDougall/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Even after a last-minute turn of fortune, Oregon fans would be wise to accept the fact that Chip Kelly will one day leave for the NFL.

Chip Kelly stays at Oregon, has ‘unfinished business’ to attend to

Oregon head coach Chip Kelly will face more tough questions about his program after an ESPN story regarding marijuana use hit the wire Wednesday. (Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Chip Kelly turned down the offer from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to remain the head football coach at the University of Oregon. The move will surely happen one day, just not today.

Lieberman: Bryan Bennett isn’t a lock to start as Oregon’s quarterback next season

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Bennett was impressive in limited action last season, but a closer examination shows his true status is still up in the air.

Malee: Darron Thomas’ sudden departure a fitting end to underappreciated career

Quarterback Darron Thomas took snaps with the rest of the quarterbacks during practice, just days before the 2012 Rose Bowl Game against Wisconsin, the last game Thomas would play in as a Duck. (Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald)

His departure came as a surprise, but Darron Thomas is still one of the best quarterbacks in Oregon history, and it would be foolish to dismiss his NFL prospects entirely.

Lieberman: Darron Thomas deserves Oregon’s Heisman hype in 2012

Quarterback Darron Thomas smiles on his way to the Oregon locker room after he helped lead Oregon to the program's first BCS victory in its last three attempts. (Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Should De’Anthony Thomas or Darron Thomas be promoted as Oregon’s lead Heisman candidate in 2012?

Hitting the links: The “it never really ends” edition

Chip Kelly celebrates with his team on the podium after winning his first BCS game as Oregon's head coach after their 45-38 victory over Wisconsin in the 98th Rose Bowl January 2, 2012. (Alex McDougall/Oregon Daily Emerald)

As the glimmer of the Rose Bowl win begins to fade, the reality of the offseason sinks in.

Blockers in front of him, family behind him: Kenjon Barner finds strength in numbers

Running back Kenjon Barner celebrates with his teammates following Oregon's 45-38 victory over Wisconsin in the 98th Rose Bowl January 2, 2012. (Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald)

The bond forged between Barner and a Eugene family has been a driving force behind his success.

By the numbers: Oregon’s 2011 football season

Linebackers coach Don Pellum instructs his group prior to Wisconsin final drive during Oregon's 45-38 victory over Wisconsin in the 98th Rose Bowl January 2, 2012. (Alex McDougall/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Key stats and figures that helped make the Ducks’ 2011 season.

A game-by-game breakdown of the 2012 football schedule

The Oregon Ducks will kick off their 2012-13 season with a home opener against Arkansas State University. (Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald) . (Aaron Marineau/Oregon Daily Emerald)

A way-too-early breakdown of Oregon’s schedule, with a few bold predictions on the side.