Three Plays That Made the Difference: WashingtonThis was a game many thought would be a shootout, myself included. Instead, the Ducks turned in their best defensive performance of the season shutting down a very good offense and a great running back.ONE:1st Quarter, 13:24After the Huskies started with possession, early indications were that the Washington offense would be able to move the ball on
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In the second part of our look at the Washington-Oregon match-ups, today Duck Sports Authority brings you the defensive side of the ball. DEFENSIVE ENDSWashington: Washington plays a 4-3 defense, but use their personnel as effectively as possible. Josh Shirley (6'3", 229) starts at one defensive end position with Everette Thompson (6'6", 272) on the other side. Thompson is a good tackler with
Read MoreThis week Oregon faces long time Northwest rival Washington. The Huskies are coming off of a close victory over the Arizona Wildcats. The Huskies, having improved each season under head coach Steve Sarkisian sport a 6-2 record. Oregon, playing with Darron Thomas and LaMichael James back in the lineup, struggled early last week against the Washington State Cougars, but pulled away in the secon...
Read MoreThe first question that seemed to be in vogue late Saturday afternoon was who should start at quarterback for the Oregon Ducks. And, you know what, I am not even sure who the first person to ask the question was, but it was not the best question in the world. Within minutes of a home victory, reporters started peppering Darron Thomas with the question.It made no sense. When healthy, Darron Thomas
Read MoreDUCKS VOLLEYBALL SPLITS PAIRAfter sweeping the Washington schools the prior weekend, the Ducks volleyball team finished up a 4 game home stand this past weekend.On Friday night, the 16th ranked Ducks hosted Utah. Utah came in just 3-9 in conference play. The Duck women took control of the match early with a first set win 25-13. The Ducks were unable to carry this momentum forward, though, as Utah
Read MoreA Look Back at Saturday around the Pac-12Oregon-WSUOffense: Duck fans have been anxiously awaiting the day that LaMichael James and Darron Thomas would step back onto the field. That day came Saturday against Washington State. There were a few who suggested that Darron needed another week off. I cannot say that I am entirely in agreement with that thought. What we have to wonder is how much of the
Read MoreI have been promising an update for some time. Unfortunately, due to the many time constraints, it has been difficult to mesh Dontae's schedule and my schedule for an interview, but rest assured, I am working diligently to bring some specifics to this conversation.It was announced in February of this year that Dontae would be seeking a transfer from the University of Oregon. There was little
Read MoreThree Plays That Made the Difference: WSUIn a win closer than most expected, finding the three most important plays is not easy. Nonetheless, there were three plays critical to this game that changed the complexion of the game and, in the end, assured victory by the Ducks.ONE:1st Quarter, 13:35While most of the fans spent their time looking for who was dropping back to return the first pun...
Read MoreBeginning today, through Duck Sports Authority, I will be appearing on 750 The Game every Friday during football season to discuss the match-ups for the week and break down the upcoming game.I will be on the show every Friday at 12:30 PM. Make sure to listen in and enjoy our Duck conversations!
Read MoreOkay Duck fans, it is time once again to make your plans for the Official DSA Tailgate. This week is an EARLY game, so we will be at our early as well. Tailgating opens up 4 hours before game time, as always, I will be there as early as they will let me!We will be in our usual new spot at the Serbu Youth Center Directly across Centennial Blvd (MLK) from Autzen. We will have the flag up and th
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