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Brady Ruth, Sports Editor

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Tez Johnson celebrates with his MVP trophy. The number 1 ranked Oregon Ducks take on the number 4 Penn State Nittany Lions on Dec. 7, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Tez Johnson’s Breakout Night

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 9, 2024
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning lifts the Big Ten Championship Game Trophy after a 45-37 win over No. 3 Penn State.

Ruth: Worth the wait

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 9, 2024
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning celebrates a 45-37 win over No. 3 Penn State in the Big Ten Championship Game

No. 1 Oregon wins Big Ten Championship Game 45-37 over No. 3 Penn State

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 8, 2024
Terrance Ferguson (3) takes the field as the Ducks get ready to face Penn State in the Big Ten Championship Games.

Big Ten Championship: LIVE Updates

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 7, 2024
Flocking to Indy

Flocking to Indy

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 5, 2024
Jordan Burch (1) pulls down Demond Williams Jr. (2) for a tackle. No. 1 Oregon defeats Washington 49-21 for an undefeated regular season at Autzen Stadium on Nov. 30, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Silencing through sacks

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 5, 2024
The Oregon Ducks matched up against the Auburn Tigers Nov. 20, 2024, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. Oregon forward Amina Muhammad (5) dribbles the ball towards Auburn net while Auburn forward Taylen Collins (14) defends. Oregon defeated Auburn 70-68 Wednesday evening.

Oregon women’s basketball rediscovers groove with 84-70 win over Washington State

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
December 4, 2024
Montana guard Kai Johnson (1) fakes out Oregon guard Keeshawn Barthelemy (9). The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the University of Montana Grizzlies 79-48 Friday November 8. Now 2-0 in the season, the Ducks go on to play the University of Portland Pilots Tuesday November 12. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

Oregon men’s basketball upsets No. 9 Alabama 83-81 to win Players Era Festival Championship Game

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 30, 2024
No. 1 Oregon prepares to take on Washington in their last regular season game at Autzen Stadium on Nov. 30, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Washington @ Oregon: LIVE Coverage

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 30, 2024
The coveted Oregon defensive unit filled with newly transferred and home grown talent looks to stuff the Beavers at the goal line. The Oregon Ducks travel up to Corvallis to face their in-state rival the Oregon State Beavers on September 14th, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Ruth: Pac-12 Recap

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 27, 2024
The Ducks charge out of the tunnel prior to kickoff of the Pac-12 championship game. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev., on December 3, 2021. (Serei Hendrie/Emerald)

What are the possible CFP paths for Oregon?

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 27, 2024
The Oregon Ducks huddle together to strategize their next steps at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 20, 2024 (Jordan Martin/Emerald)

No. 21 Oregon suffers first defeat of season 74-58 to unbeaten Georgia Tech

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 25, 2024
Dave Iuli has missed every game so far, but nears his return to the field for the Oregon Ducks. The number 1 ranked Oregon Ducks takes on the Michigan Wolverines on Nov. 2, 2024, at the iconic 'Big House" in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Madison’s Mad House

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 21, 2024
Gernorris Wilson, a redshirt freshman and an offensive lineman, celebrating after catching a pass for a touchdown. The Oregon Ducks played against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Persevering over penalties

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 14, 2024
Jabbar Muhammed, setting up for a play against the Terrapins offense. The Oregon Ducks played against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Oregon’s Stout Secondary

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 14, 2024
Noah Whittington, running back for the Ducks, warming up for the game against the Maryland Terrapins. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Oregon versus Maryland: LIVE COVERAGE

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 9, 2024
Coming off an appendectomy, Terrence Ferguson (3) picks up right where he left off as Dillon Gabriels go to man. The number 1 ranked Oregon Ducks takes on the Michigan Wolverines on Nov. 2, 2024, at the iconic 'Big House" in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Momentous Drives at Michigan

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 7, 2024
Deja Kelly (25) works through coverage. The University of Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball team defeated the University of Nevada Wolf Pack 76-58 in a home game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 6, 2024.(Rowan Campbell/Emerald)

Oregon thumps Nevada 76-58 for second win in three days

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 6, 2024
Oregon @ Michigan: LIVE COVERAGE

Oregon @ Michigan: LIVE COVERAGE

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
November 2, 2024
Oregon wide receiver Tez Johnson (15) walks onto the field during the game on Oct. 26, 2024. The No. 1 Oregon Ducks beat the No. 20 Illinois Fighting Illini 38-9. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon vs. Michigan Preview

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 31, 2024
Dan Lanning begins his post-game interview after beating The Ohio State. The number 3 ranked Oregon Ducks football team takes on the number 2 ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes on Oct. 12, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

Week 8 Big Ten Recap

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 24, 2024
Ohio State quaterback Will Howard (18) tries to get out of a tackle by Duck Matayo Uiagalelei (10). The number 3 ranked Oregon Ducks football team takes on the number 2 ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes on Oct. 12, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

Unlocking Oregon’s full potential

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 17, 2024
Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel (8) warms up before the game. The number 3 ranked Oregon Ducks football team takes on the number 2 ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes on Oct. 12, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

LIVE COVERAGE: No. 2 Ohio State @ No. 3 Oregon

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 12, 2024
Week 6 Big Ten Recap

Week 6 Big Ten Recap

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 10, 2024
The Duck riding on the back of the motorcycle leading out the team before the Michigan State game. University of Oregon takes on Michigan State University at Autzen Stadium, Eugene, October 4th 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Ruth: Which mascot rules?

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 10, 2024
Defensive lineman Derrick Harmon celebrates a sack. The Oregon Ducks defeated the Michigan State Spartans 31-10 on October 4. Photo: Eddie Bruning

No. 6 Oregon remains unbeaten with 31-10 win over Michigan State

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 5, 2024
Dan Lanning and his Ducks walk into Autzen Stadium to take on the Michigan State Spartans. Photo: Eddie Bruning

Oregon vs Michigan State: LIVE COVERAGE

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 4, 2024
The inaugural BIG 10 match for the Oregon Ducks sees a familiar foe in the UCLA Bruins who also left the PAC 12. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Big Ten Recap: Week 5

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 3, 2024
Tight ends Patrick Herbert (88) and Terrance Ferguson (3) celebrate an exciting two point conversion. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Gabriel’s “tight” connection

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 3, 2024
Oregon middle distance runner Jessica Hull races in the second heat of the 800m. The University of Oregon hosts the Twilight track and field meet at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, May 4, 2018. (Adam Eberhardt/Emerald)

Olympics recap: Oregon in the spotlight

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 2, 2024
The Oregon student section erupt after a touchdown. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeat the University of Colorado Buffaloes 42-6 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, on September 23, 2023. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Ruth: Tips and tricks for a successful gameday

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
October 1, 2024
Ruth: Is NIL good for college football?

Ruth: Is NIL good for college football?

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 30, 2024
Oregon Volleyball playing Illinois volleyball, with Oregon crushing Illinois, winning the match 3-0. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

No. 11 Oregon strings together 3-1 win over Indiana

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 28, 2024
The coveted Oregon defensive unit filled with newly transferred and home grown talent looks to stuff the Beavers at the goal line. The Oregon Ducks travel up to Corvallis to face their in-state rival the Oregon State Beavers on September 14th, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

A tale of two halves

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 19, 2024
No. 9 Oregon @ Oregon State: LIVE COVERAGE

No. 9 Oregon @ Oregon State: LIVE COVERAGE

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 14, 2024
Big Ten scores and headlines from Week 2

Big Ten scores and headlines from Week 2

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 12, 2024
Traeshon Holden’s carousel of consistency

Traeshon Holden’s carousel of consistency

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 12, 2024
Noah Whittington, (6) Jabbar Muhammad, (7) and Solomon Davis celebrate after a touchdown. The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Boise State Broncos 37-34 Saturday, making a kick two seconds before the start of overtime. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

No. 7 Oregon survives in suspenseful 37-34 win over Boise State

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 8, 2024
Dillon Gabriel(8) celebrates his first touchdown to Tez Johnson(15) as an Oregon Duck. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Idaho in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on August 31st, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Oregon vs Boise State: LIVE COVERAGE

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 7, 2024
Derrick Harmon(55) pressures the quarterback into an incomplete pass. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Idaho in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on August 31st, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Dillon Gabriel’s sufficient start

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 5, 2024
Dillon Gabriel(8) in his new threads. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Idaho in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on August 31st, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Big Ten week one recap

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
September 5, 2024
Another look at new football helmets at Oregon football practice at the practice facility. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Oregon hosts Idaho: LIVE Coverage

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
August 31, 2024
The NCAA National Championship trophy in Autzen Stadium. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeat the University of Colorado Buffaloes 42-6 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, on September 23, 2023. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

What to expect with new College Football Playoff

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
August 29, 2024
– Oregon receiver Byron Marshall and recently-converted cornerback Charles Nelson were two of 44 players named to the 2015 Paul Hornung award watch list on Monday. The award, given to college football’s most versatile player, has eight Pac-12 players on its watch list – the most of any conference. Marshall …

2024 schedule preview

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
August 22, 2024
The College Gameday crew reacts after Lee Corso dawns the duck head and announces Oregon as his choice to win the game. Oregon hosts College Gameday bright and early on the Lillis lawn October 22, 2022 before their game against no.9 UCLA. (Liam Sherry/Daily Emerald)

Ruth: Big Ten preseason superlatives

Brady Ruth, Sports Editor
August 19, 2024
Kevin Seitter (18) a right handed pitcher for Oregon, throws a strike in the first inning. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

No. 22 Oregon baseball bounces back with 7-1 win over No. 9 Oregon State

Brady Ruth
April 28, 2024
Oregon fans in disbelief. Oral Roberts defeats the Oregon Baseball team in game 2 of Super Regionals on June 10th at PK Park. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

No. 22 Oregon silenced again, falls 4-2 to No. 9 Oregon State

Brady Ruth
April 27, 2024
Quarterback Dillon Gabriel (08) runs between the fields following the completion of a drill. The Oregon Ducks football team takes the field at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex on a cool Thursday morning for a practice in Eugene, Ore on April 18, 2023. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

LIVE: 2024 Oregon Spring Game

Brady Ruth
April 27, 2024
Mason Neville (26) steps into the batters box in the bottom of the first. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

No. 22 Oregon baseball drops first game of weekend to No. 9 Oregon State 2-0

Brady Ruth
April 26, 2024
The student section glows in a classic Eugene sunset. The No. 13 Oregon Ducks face No. 18 Utah in Eugene Oregon on September 26, 2015. (Cole Elsasser/Emerald)

Ruth: Way too early Big Ten football hierarchy

Brady Ruth
April 25, 2024
Catcher Bennett Thompson (16) signaling for the first out of the inning. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

No. 18 Oregon baseball wins slugfest 14-9 over Gonzaga

Brady Ruth
April 16, 2024
Carter Garate (3) makes a play in the first inning. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

No. 17 Oregon baseball clinches series win with 5-3 victory over USC

Brady Ruth
April 13, 2024
Oregon Pitcher, RJ Gordon gets handed his first loss of the year after surrendering 4 runs in 4 innings. UC Santa Barbara defeats the Oregon Baseball team 6-1 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 1, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

RJ Gordon goes 8.1 innings as No. 17 Oregon defeats USC 4-1

Brady Ruth
April 12, 2024
Jacob Walsh (25) and the Oregon bench admire a homerun hit to right- center. Walsh flips his bat and watched his first homerun of the 2024 season.  The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Jacob Walsh, Bennett Thompson and Ian Umlandt shine as No. 17 Oregon earns 11-4 win over Sacramento State

Brady Ruth
April 10, 2024
Oregon’s designated hitter Jeffery Heard (35) steps up to the plate. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Sacramento State dismantles No. 17 Oregon 15-8 in midweek snafus

Brady Ruth
April 9, 2024
Jacob Walsh (25) celebrates his first Home Run of the season with teammate Mason Neville (26). The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

No. 20 Oregon uses big third inning to earn series-clinching 6-3 win over UCLA

Brady Ruth
April 7, 2024
Starting pitcher RJ Gordon (66) gives up three home runs in the first five innings letting up six earned runs. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

No. 20 Oregon baseball fends off UCLA in 8-4 series-opening win

Brady Ruth
April 5, 2024
Michael Freund (10) finishes off the game for the UO, and celebrates when he strikes out the last batter. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

No. 20 Oregon earns 7-4 midweek win over Portland

Brady Ruth
April 2, 2024
Starting pitcher RJ Gordon (66) gives up three home runs in the first five innings letting up six earned runs. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

RJ Gordon dominates Arizona in 2-1 win

Brady Ruth
March 22, 2024
Drew Smith (Left) and Jeffery Heard (right) each score to help the Ducks avoid a 3 game sweep. The Oregon Ducks Baseball team defeat UC Santa Barbara 16-9 in Game 3 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 3, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Finishing their plate

Brady Ruth
March 18, 2024
Jacob Walsh (25) and the Oregon bench admire a homerun hit to right- center. Walsh flips his bat and watched his first homerun of the 2024 season.  The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon’s timely hitting, Kevin Seitter’s start combine for 10-3 win over California

Brady Ruth
March 17, 2024
Grayson Grinsell pitches 3.2 innings allowing 5 runs. UC Santa Barbara defeats the Oregon Baseball team 7-3 in Game 2 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Grayson Grinsell’s career day earns Oregon a 5-1 series-evening win

Brady Ruth
March 16, 2024
Starting pitcher RJ Gordon (66) gives up three home runs in the first five innings letting up six earned runs. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Caleb Lomavita’s big game propels California to 13-1 win over Oregon

Brady Ruth
March 15, 2024
Mason Neville (26) walks up to the on-deck circle during Oregon’s 6th inning rally where they erupted for 9 runs. The Oregon Ducks Baseball team defeat UC Santa Barbara 16-9 in Game 3 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 3, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon’s pitching staff struggles in 15-5 loss to Portland

Brady Ruth
March 12, 2024
The Oregon Ducks men’s basketball team takes on the Michigan Wolverines on Dec. 2, 2023, in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

Ruth: Was Pac-12 men’s hoops weak or self-destructive?

Brady Ruth
March 11, 2024
Jacob Walsh (25) called safe at second after extending a single. The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald) 

Oregon earns series win with 8-5 victory over Arizona State

Brady Ruth
March 10, 2024
Jeffery Heard (35) tries to hustle out an infield single. UC Santa Barbara defeats the Oregon Baseball team 7-3 in Game 2 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Jeffery Heard’s heroics push Oregon past Arizona State in 6-4 win

Brady Ruth
March 9, 2024
Mason Neville (26) steps into the batters box in the bottom of the first. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Oregon baseball drops first conference game 5-4 to Arizona State

Brady Ruth
March 8, 2024
Carter Garate (3) slides into home in the bottom of the 6th, extending Oregon’s lead. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Oregon baseball erupts for 21 hits in 13-5 win over Grand Canyon University

Brady Ruth
March 6, 2024
Jeffery Heard (35) tries to hustle out an infield single. UC Santa Barbara defeats the Oregon Baseball team 7-3 in Game 2 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon opens Arizona road trip with 9-4 win over Grand Canyon University

Brady Ruth
March 5, 2024
Mason Neville (26) steps into the batters box in the bottom of the first. Oregon Baseball take on UC Santa Barbara at PK Park in Eugene, on March 3 , 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Oregon capitalizes on nine-run 6th, avoids sweep with 16-9 win over UCSB

Brady Ruth
March 3, 2024
Ryan Cooney (12) celebrating his first career home run with Jeffery Heard (35). The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Kevin Seitter fans 11 as Oregon earns 12-2 win over Lafayette

Brady Ruth
February 25, 2024
Jacob Walsh (25) running off 1st base after picking off Charlie Chropuvka (14). The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon earns doubleheader-sweep with 7-4 win over Lafayette

Brady Ruth
February 24, 2024
The Ducks bats came together, combining for 3 homeruns, 2 triples, and 5 doubles. The Oregon Baseball team defeats Lafayette College 17-3 in Game 1 of the series at PK Park in Eugene, Ore., on Feb.23, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald) 

Justin Cassella’s multi-homer day leads Oregon to 15-4 win over Lafayette

Brady Ruth
February 24, 2024
Jacob Walsh (25) celebrates after his first Home Run of the season. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon jumps all over Lafayette in 17-3 series-opening win

Brady Ruth
February 23, 2024
The Ducks play with the chance to go to the College World Series for the first time since 1954. The Oregon Baseball team defeats Oral Roberts in game 1 of Super Regionals on June 9th at PK Park. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon baseball suffers first loss of season to No. 21 Texas Tech 11-7

Brady Ruth
February 18, 2024
Logan Mercado (20) pitches 3 innings, allowing 1 run. Oral Roberts punches their ticket to the College World Series by defeating the Oregon Baseball team in Game 3 of Super Regionals on June 11th at PK Park. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon baseball rallies past Baylor for 7-4 win and 2-0 start

Brady Ruth
February 17, 2024
After allowing 0 runs in his last game, freshman Grayson Grinsell (2) allowed 5 runs in just 2.1 pitched. The Oregon Baseball team defeats Oral Roberts in game 1 of Super Regionals on June 9th at PK Park. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Ducks’ dominant bullpen earns Oregon baseball 4-2 win over Oklahoma

Brady Ruth
February 16, 2024
Jeffery Bassa holds his defensive MVP trophy and soaks in the moment on stage ahead of his decision on returning for his senior season or declaring for the NFL draft. The Oregon Ducks crush the Liberty Flames at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Jan. 1, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Ruth: Flying south for the Fiesta Bowl

Brady Ruth
January 11, 2024
Oregon student section cheers after a Jacob Walsh home run. Oral Roberts defeats the Oregon Baseball team in game 2 of Super Regionals on June 10th at PK Park. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon baseball 2024 schedule preview

Brady Ruth
January 11, 2024
Senior defensive lineman, Brandon Dorlus (3), hypes his fellow defensive linemen before what could be his last game as an Oregon Duck. With the NFL draft in mind, Dorlus could sit out in any future bowl games to preserve his health and draft stock. The Washington Huskies defeat the Oregon Ducks football team in the Pac-12 Championship at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Dec. 1, 2023. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Oregon selected to play Liberty University in Fiesta Bowl

Brady Ruth
December 3, 2023
Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer lifts the last ever Pac-12 Championship trophy. The Washington Huskies defeat the Oregon Ducks football team in the Pac-12 Championship at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Dec. 1, 2023. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon’s slow start sets the tone in 34-31 loss in Pac-12 Championship Game

Brady Ruth
December 1, 2023
Oregon Cheerleaders dance during the singing of "Shout" between the 3rd and 4th quarter. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeated Oregon State University 31-7 in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 24, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Around the Pac-12: Week 13

Brady Ruth
November 30, 2023
Troy Franklin (11) stiff arms a Washington defender. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team were defeated by the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Oregon prepares for a redemption shot at rival Washington

Brady Ruth
November 30, 2023
The Oregon Duck riding a motorcycle pre-game. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Southern California in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 11, 2023. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Around the Pac-12: Week 12

Brady Ruth
November 24, 2023
Ducks running back Tony Brooks-James (20) is brought to the ground. Oregon Ducks football takes on Arizona State at Autzen Stadium in Eugene Ore. on Nov. 17, 2018. (Ben Green/Emerald)

LIVE UPDATES: Oregon at Arizona State

Brady Ruth
November 18, 2023
Troy Franklin(11) stiff arming the defense. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Southern California in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 11, 2023. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Squeezing out USC

Brady Ruth
November 17, 2023
The Oregon Duck cheering. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Southern California in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 11, 2023. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Around the Pac: Week 11

Brady Ruth
November 16, 2023
Oregon Ducks football take on USC Trojans in the Pac-12 Championship game at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, Calif., on Dec. 18, 2020. (Maddie Knight/Emerald)

As it happened: Oregon battles USC in Autzen Stadium

Brady Ruth
November 11, 2023
The NCAA National Championship trophy in Autzen Stadium. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeat the University of Colorado Buffaloes 42-6 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, on September 23, 2023. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Looking around the Pac-12 after Week 10

Brady Ruth
November 9, 2023
Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson (15) celebrates as he runs into the endzone, giving the Ducks a bigger lead. The Oregon Ducks defeat the California Golden Bears 63-19 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene Ore., on Nov. 4, 2023. (Sebastian Flores/Emerald)

Tez Johnson and the Ducks demolish California

Brady Ruth
November 9, 2023
Travis Dye (26) dives into the endzone for a touchdown. The Oregon Ducks take on the California Golden Bears at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on October 15, 2021. (Serei Hendrie/Emerald)

As it happened: Oregon football takes on California

Brady Ruth
November 4, 2023
The Wastatch and Oquirrh mountains can be seen behind the packed Rice-Eccles Stadium. The No. 8 Oregon Ducks defeat the No. 12 Utah Utes 35-6 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Oct. 28, 2023. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Around the Pac-12: Week 9

Brady Ruth
November 2, 2023
Bo Nix stands tall in the pocket to complete a pass. Oregon beats no.10 Utah on November 19th, 2022, at Autzen Stadium. (Liam Sherry, Emerald)

Oregon vs Utah Live Coverage

Brady Ruth
October 28, 2023
Iconic Oregon Football fan "Mimi" dances along to the Oregon Marching Band as they perform the fight song. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team were defeated by the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

The value of six points

Brady Ruth
October 19, 2023
Ross James (92) punts the ball. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team were defeated by the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

The value of six points

Brady Ruth
October 19, 2023
Dan Lanning leads his Oregon Ducks out the visiting locker room into a hostile sold out stadium as he looks to help his team achieve a 6-0 record. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team were defeated by the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

How can Oregon revive its season after suffering its loss to Washington?

Brady Ruth
October 19, 2023
Bo Nix (10) throws the ball under pressure from Sekai Asoau-Afoa (46). The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Oregon falls short in highly-anticipated game against rival Washington in 36-33 loss

Brady Ruth
October 14, 2023
Ducks defensive end Brandon Dorlus (3) clashes with Huskies tight end Devin Clup (83). The University of Oregon Ducks hosted the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on November 12th, 2022 for game 10 of the 2022 season. (Ian Enger/Emerald)

Live Coverage: Oregon at Washington

Brady Ruth
October 14, 2023
The Duck greets the Stanford Tree before the game. The University of Oregon Ducks football team defeated the Stanford University Cardinals in an away match at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., on Sept. 30, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

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