Holding Pattern

Some have considered the coaching situation in Eugene to be a holding pattern but it hasn't stopped the Ducks from trying to recruit the big name players.

Rudy Videos

Here is a link with tons of Rudy videos to prepare everyone for the upcoming dunk contest. Thanks Brian.

Pick Me

Thanks for finding this Myron...

Senior Bowl

For those with a scout account Jeremiah Johnson was one player that was believed to help his draft stock in the senior bowl. JJ was the number one player listed though the numbers may not have meant anything.

Cream of the Crop

Take a look at this years Cream of the Crop, a list of the Bay Area's top 20 players based on their college potential, not for high school accomplishments. Currently there are 3 Oregon recruits and possibly 1 more depending how the Diante Jackson situation ends up.

In other recruiting news one of the nation's top cover corners, Cliff Harris, committed to Oregon yesterday. Here is some more info on his commitment and some coaching developments.

'08 Oregon Football Video

Here is a great video of 2008 Oregon Football by Pushplay Productions. Thanks Brian.

More Preseason Rankings

Here are two more preseason rankings. CBSSports.com ranks the Ducks at #6 to start the season while SI's Stewart Mandel ranks Oregon at #9.

Another Preseason Poll

With the Ducks coming in at #4. While this is great, I hope we are not getting too ahead of ourselves...

Boyd to Decide Soon

According to this article, Tajh Boyd, the nations 4th quarterback, will likely decide as early as Friday to what school he will attend. It comes down to Clemson, Ohio State and Oregon.

Byrd Flys Away

Jairus Byrd did not use his window to pull out of the NFL draft and will forgo his senior year at Oregon. Looks like the Ducks will need to replace both Byrd and Chung in the backfield now.

New RB Recruit for 2010

Ethan Grant from Coconut Creek, Florida is now listed an Oregon commit for the 2010 class. Ethan is 5-9, 170 and is said to have recorded several sub 4.3 40 yard dashes. In one article it says he is one of the fastest players in the state regardless of class. Ethan was already being recruited by UCLA, Florida, Florida State and West Virginia. This now makes 2 solid recruits for the 2010 class. Looks like the Ducks may have LaMichael James' eventual successor... He looks pretty solid here.

Rudy in Dunk Contest

According to Jason Quick at the Oregonian, Rudy Fernandez won the fan vote to be the 4th contestant in the NBA Dunk Contest. Rudy will be up against Dwight Howard, Nate Robinson and Rudy Gay. A formal announcement will be made today at 12:30.

Coaching Continuity

ESPN's Mark Schlabach released a good article on coaching continuity/transitions. I begins discussing how Rich Brooks made sure the Oregon program was in good hands by asking that Mike Bellotti was handed the power. Now Oregon's done it again... at least named a successor. A program who is know for being inovative and original sure has done a lot of the right things in the past decade+ and it's good to see Oregon getting attention for more than our flashy offense and uniforms.

Bayless Impresses

Jerryd Bayless impressed last night in the Blazer's win over the New Jersey Nets with a carreer record 6 for 9 and 11 for 11 from the line for 23 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists. Especially his huge dunk shown below.

Typical Petey

Picture taken from the LA Times

Picture above really says it all, doesn't it? Pete Carroll always seems to have a hissy fit when things don't go his way. Especially when his star quarterback, Mark Sanchez, opts for the draft early, despite his disapproval. Just solidifies my thoughts that Pete's mom and dad gave him every little thing he wanted when he had a temper tantrum. You know what Pete? F#$% You too. To quote the Rolling Stones: "You can't always get what you want."