Flowe was expected....not sure Moliki was.......hit to the T.E. room!

The Ducks' coaches have been busy this week criss-crossing the country meeting up with prospects ahead of this weekend's round of trips. Most programs are building up to a big weekend next weekend just before the start of the early signing period, but Oregon has another strong group of visitors highlighted by some of important commits including Rivals100 cornerback Caleb Presley.

Here's a look at the group with a little breakdown of each situation.

If you haven't seen it yet, make sure to check out Scott's writeup on each of the visitors. He did a very good job summarizing the situations with all the recruits on campus this weekend.


One other note, behind the scenes it sounds like Oregon is becoming one of the top schools for Arizona transfer receiver. Early on it sounded like USC was going to be a factor for him but as the week has played out the Ducks have started to gain some serious momentum. He led the Pac-12 in receiving yards this season and has had quite the journey from a walk-on player for the worst team in the conference to a top receiving threat in the league.

Transfers

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Has a visit to ND lined up. His stock must have risen after a strong season? Since Martin and Tosh were there it's probably safe assume they see him as a DB




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One of the last B-17's still flying crashed and burned at a Tejas air show. I can only blame pilot error.

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Arizona starting cornerback Christian Roland-Wallace has just announced his plans to enter the transfer portal after four seasons in Tucson. He has been regarded as the best defensive player at Arizona for the last few seasons and has been highly productive in his time with the Wildcats. Demetrice Martin found him tucked away in the high desert out in Southern California and kept him away from Donte Williams and USC despite a really strong push from the Trojans late in the process back when he was coming out of high school. Says a lot about their relationship and Martin's ability to recruit.

I could see it coming down to those two coaches again this time around. The word, quietly, has been that he had hoped to make a move closer to home at some point but I do think his relationship with Meat is important should the Ducks decide to pursue him.

He's started every game at Arizona the last three seasons and has 169 tackles plus 18 passes defensed to go with two interceptions. He's been a very good cover corner who was probably the defensive player with the most NFL potential at Arizona over the last few years.

Covers some good topics. I'm looking forward to this one.


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It is official that Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach has passed away at the age of 61. A very sad day for Mississippi State and college football fans. Most importantly, condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues as this was far too soon.

Oregon looks like the team to beat now:

Anyone have any information on Leach? I have heard rumblings that he had a massive heart attack and currently is on a ventilator and life-support. Will try to get more information.

I love it!!

FROM SI:

The race for college football’s most dramatic transfer portal announcement has a new leader.

Mississippi State running back Dillon Johnson entered his name into the portal Wednesday evening, taking a direct shot at Bulldogs coach Mike Leach on Twitter on the way out the door.

After thanking God, family, friends, teammates and Mississippi State fans, Johnson turned his attention to the Bulldogs’ coach.

“With that being said, since I am not very tough, and Leach is glad I’m leaving, I will be entering my name into the transfer portal with the hopes of finding a more fit playing environment for me,” Johnson wrote.

A look at his top three:

Go lady Ducks! It’s on the PAC-12 network if you get it!

They added two ringers, one all state last year and another all PIL 2d team. Iirc they have the Les Schwab coming up which always features the likes of Ranier Beach and national powerhouses. Anyway, a FB/BB state title doube your money could be in the works for WL. From the O.

WEST LINN LIONS


Coach: Robert Key, 1st season



2021-22 record: 23-3



All-league players departed: Zeke Viuhkola, W (first team); Peyton Durbin, P (honorable mention)



Players to watch: Mark Hamper, W, SR; Max Julhala, G, JR; Adrian Mosley, F, SR; Jackson Shelstad, G, SR;



Outlook: The 2022-23 Lions could be better than last season’s team, the team that reached the semifinals of the state tournament. Start with Shelstad, the top player in the state who has committed to Oregon. Shelstad averaged 27 points, 5.5 assists, 5.2 rebounds and 4.3 steals per game while earning the state Player of the Year award last year. The Lions added Mosley, the PIL player of the year and first-team all-state selection who transferred from the Grant Generals to reunite with Key, who was the Generals coach last season. Hamper was an all-league second team selection. The Lions will be a top contender to win the title.

Link https://www.oregonlive.com/highscho...-championship-in-the-three-rivers-league.html

A 6-5, 230-pound senior, the former Oregon transfer could still toy with entering the NFL after starting in the Texas Bowl. The Red Raiders played three different QBs this year, but Shough started all three of Tech's wins over Kansas, Iowa State and Oklahoma, including passing for 436 yards and two touchdowns in the 51-48 OT win over the Sooners. Against Kansas, he threw for 246 yards and ran for 76 more with a touchdown. A full year in Zach Kittley's system in Lubbock would result in huge numbers. -- Wilson

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Way-too-early Heisman contenders for the 2023 college football season

Can Caleb Williams win it again? Who are the other early favorites, up-and-comers and players entering 2023 riding high?

www.espn.com

Declaring for the draft

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Louisville is good and is the host school in this regional so it will take a hercules type effort from our Lady Ducks. I am not putting anything past this gritty, tough minded and talented group!
It's on ESPNU.
WBB hosts the Beavs tomorrow at 4:00, so big game there!
MBB hosts Nevada today at 4:00 and that won't be easy either.

Have a great weekend fellow Duck fans!!

Welcome to NCAA FB 2022 Style:

Florida plays OSU in the Vegas Bowl.

The Gators will be without their top 2 QBs, as the starter opted out to go pro and the backup was arrested.

They have 3 more players opting out as well...for the pros.

And...oh yeah...24 players entered the Portal. 28 players left the team altogether so far (though a "handful" may play in the bowl).

Florida has only 62 players currently on the team.