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University of Oregon ‘disappointed’ over large party amid rising COVID cases​

Updated May 04, 2021; Posted May 04, 2021

In this May 1, 2021 photo provided by Mojo Hill, University of Oregon students and fans gathering at a cramped outdoor party in Eugene. The University of Oregon says it is "disappointed" to see the photo of more than 100 students at the same time that the region weathers a spike in cases of COVID-19 and businesses endure new restrictions. None of the packed party-goers in the photo are wearing masks.Mojo Hill via AP
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By The Associated Press
EUGENE — The University of Oregon says it is “disappointed” to learn about large crowds gathering for parties during the Ducks spring game as the region weathers a spike in cases of COVID-19 and businesses endure new restrictions.

Lane County, where the university is located, moved back to “extreme risk” on Friday, meaning that bars and restaurants were limited to outdoor dining only and normal social gathering places were off-limits. Capacity at a spring game for the Ducks football team at Autzen Stadium had been set at 15% but the new restrictions meant no spectators or tailgaters were allowed.


Instead, students packed into parties at private homes. Photos and videos of several large parties Saturday circulated on social media, showing people standing shoulder-to-shoulder and without masks, The Register-Guard reported.


The University of Oregon issued a statement late Sunday condemning the behavior but said there was little it could do about parties at private houses off campus.


“The university has worked very hard to educate students about the serious COVID-19 health risks of gathering in groups without masks,” the statement said. “This behavior is not representative of the majority of UO students, who we have seen work diligently to follow health guidelines.”


Some residents called the Eugene Police Department and officers assisted the university in dispersing the partygoers. Callers reported loud music and students urinating in the front yard of one home where one student witness snapped a photo that circulated widely on social media, The Register Guard reported.


One woman fell off the roof and was taken to the hospital by ambulance.


Student Joseph Hill, who took the picture, said there was a party of similar size a few nights before at the same address.


Hill’s Twitter post quickly got a lot of reaction online, from students, alumni and professors who commented that they were disappointed in these students, some who they recognized.

6’3 2022 Rowan Brumbaugh of Northfield Mount Herman (MA)

Here are some highlights of Brumbaugh from a couple weeks ago ... I want to hear from you, what are your thoughts of his game? Who does he remind you of?

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The latest on Nyckoles Harbor after Oregon offered and others:

Roswell (Ga.) CB Ethan Nation is looking ahead to a busy summer of visits -- both in the South and nationwide

More on some of the programs on the 2023 Peach State DB's mind: https://n.rivals.com/news/peach-state-cb-ethan-nation-surveying-local-national-options

Name is A.J. Abbott from Houston...

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Imagine your company or business had to pick salesmen or engineers based on their junior year high school grades and some film of their past speeches and lab projects.



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Kayvon Thibodeaux named projected #1 overall in the 2021 NFL draft by Mel Kiper Jr.

It'd be the third year in a row Oregon has a top ten draft pick.

Who's next?

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College football's top 25 future defense power rankings​

Kayvon Thibodeaux, Will Anderson & Derek Stingley Jr. ESPN

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The future power rankings return with a look at the 25 best defenses over the next three seasons: 2021, 2022 and 2023. These rankings feature some of the teams that appear in the quarterback and offense lists, although there's not as much overlap.
A reminder: The list considers current rosters, future recruiting, potential NFL departures, non-senior depth and unit trajectory. The NCAA's blanket waiver is also factored in, which allows players to not count the 2020 season against their overall eligibility, as well as the one-time transfer policy.
Finally, coaching and trends factor into the rundown. Programs that traditionally excel on defense -- Georgia, Clemson, Wisconsin, Notre Dame, Cincinnati, Northwestern, Utah -- almost always will find a place on this list, even after significant personnel turnover.

1. Clemson Tigers​

2020 future defense ranking: 2

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6. Oregon Ducks​

2020 future defense ranking: 6
Scouting the Ducks: Oregon became a national program largely because of exciting offenses, especially during the Chip Kelly era. But coach Mario Cristobal is making defense the program's signature. Although the Ducks allowed more than 28 points per game in 2020 then lost coordinator Andy Avalos, they project as one of the more talented units in the country. Defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux is a top 2022 NFL draft prospect, after earning Pac-12 Defensive Lineman of the Year honors. Oregon must build around him, starting with players like tackles Brandon Dorlus, Kristian Williams and Popo Aumavae, all of whom have multiple years of eligibility left. The Ducks need more pass-rushing prowess and could look to younger ends like sophomore Bradyn Swinson.
Inside linebacker should be the defense's strength through 2021 and possibly 2022, thanks to sophomore Noah Sewell and junior Isaac Slade-Matautia. They tied for the team tackles lead last fall, and Sewell had 6.5 tackles for loss and an interception. Outside linebacker Mase Funa is another key part of the future, along with Justin Flowe, ESPN's No. 10 overall recruit in 2020. The preseason opt-outs in the secondary allowed players like cornerbacks Mykael Wright and DJ James, safety Verone McKinley III and nickel Jamal Hill to gain more experience. All four have only sophomore eligibility. Oregon is stocked with young talent in the back end, from second-year cornerback Dontae Manning (ESPN's No. 24 overall recruit in 2020) to incoming freshman Avante Dickerson, ESPN's No. 2 cornerback and No. 49 overall recruit for 2021. The Ducks already have four ESPN 300 defenders committed in the 2022 class.

Well, actually a tie with 78. Still, pretty impressive. Need to build that wall Willie talked about, lol.

I'm told that Rivals100 South Carolina linebacker Jaylen Sneed has set up an official visit for Oregon June 4-6. He'll officially visit Notre Dame June 14-16.

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This is for the class of 2021. Anthony Taylor is a hurdler from Los Angeles’s Cathedral HS. As with many during these pandemic times, it is hard to rate him. He has a broad range from the indoor 55h through the outdoor 300h.
He ranks among the top hurdlers in California.Anthony placed 6th in the 110 hurdles at the California High School Championship in just his sophomore season. He is either a three or four star recruit. Perhaps the coaches see a lot of untapped potential in him. Let’s see what kind of outdoor season he has this season.
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Oregon's offensive line gave up 9 sacks on the day.

The units weren't at full strength, it's red jersey touch rules, there's more than the usual number of passes and offensive plays, and the Oregon defensive line is pretty good, but that's a lot.

Here is one of the State's top 2022 prospects. I'm trying to catch up with all the top NW non-Rivals250 guys even if they won't get an Oregon offer. Exposure is important for them this year.

I don't know if this is the "official" one they put out but it does show the Duckies some respect.

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Fans will not be allowed to watch Oregon State’s spring scrimmage at Reser Stadium on Saturday after the Oregon Health Authority moved Benton County into the “extreme risk” category. As of late as Monday, Oregon State was cleared to allow 15 percent of Reser Stadium’s capacity, some 6,500 spectators.