Oregon head coach Dan Lanning isn’t afraid to learn from others — including those he once considered rivals. During Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas, Lanning revealed he reached out to Clemson’s Dabo Swinney this offseason, looking for perspective as the Ducks aim to build on their fast start in the Big Ten.

Lanning’s position is sparked by the Ducks’ 41-21 loss to Ohio State in the 2025 College Football Playoff Rose Bowl. The head coach was critical of the 25-day bye the top-seeded Oregon received for their undefeated regular season, saying teams shouldn’t have to go into big games without momentum.

Big Ten media days are underway and the Oregon Ducks are walking in to their second season with the conference as defending champions. Retaining a title isn't e

Oregon and Ohio State are in ruthless battles on the football field and recruiting trail. But the programs’ head coaches have developed a fondness for one another off the field amid their budding rivalry.

Carlos Locklyn, now with Ohio State, faces a trial against his former employer, the University of Oregon, over a contract dispute. Lane County Circuit Court Judge Michelle Bassi rejected Locklyn’s motion to partially dismiss Oregon’s civil lawsuit alleging breach of contract,