HIGH STAKES: Oregon Ducks’ College Football Playoff Path HINGES on Dan Lanning's Coaching Promotions

Oregon's lineup of returners has set expectations very high for 2026, with the phrase "natty or bust" already having been thrown around. What stops them from winning it all?

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Erik Skopil of 247Sports and the 'Autzen Audibles' podcast. How can the Ducks navigate their toughest Big 10 schedule to date?

Oregon has a very young coaching staff, with all 3 major coaches (HC, OC, DC) 40 years old or younger. Would Dan Lanning benefit from adding a veteran to the staff?

00:00 Talented Roster, Coaching Doubts Persist

04:12 Oregon Fans Analyze Big Games

13:12 Overlooked Special Teams, Oregon's Confidence

14:45 Place-Kicking Concerns Impact Season

20:23 Oregon's Offensive Line Youth Potential

30:27 Coach Cav’s Impactful Leadership

31:29 Oregon Coaching Staff Speculation

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