EUGENE — A dozen members of Oregon’s 2025 recruiting class have arrive and joined the team for Rose Bowl practice.
Quarterbacks Akili Smith Jr. and Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele, running back Jordon Davison, receiver Cooper Perry, tight end Vander Ploog, offensive linemen Ziyare Addison, Douglas Utu and Demetri Manning, outside linebackers Nasir Wyatt and Matthew Johnson, cornerback Dorian Brew and safety Trey McNutt were at practice with the No. 1 Ducks Friday morning at the Moshofsky Center.
Several of Oregon’s players who are on the mend from injuries also took part in practice, including offensive guard Marcus Harper II, receiver Justius Lowe, defensive lineman My’Keil Gardner and cornerback Jahlil Florence. Lowe and Florence warmed up on the side as limited players typically do but later took part in position drills.
CFP quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl
- Who: No. 1 Oregon Ducks (13-0) vs. No. 8 Ohio State (11-2)
- When: Wednesday, Jan. 1
- Time: 2 p.m. PT
- Where: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California
- TV channel: ESPN
- Stream: You can watch this game live for FREE with Fubo (free trial) or by signing up for Sling (cheapest streaming plans, $25 off your first month). If you already have cable, you can also watch this game live on Watch ESPN with your cable or satellite provider login information.
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Other observations:
- Two 45-yard field goal attempts were each missed
- Kickoff returners were Jordan James, Noah Whittington, Da’Jaun Riggs, Jayden Limar, Jay Harris, Rodrick Pleasant and Nikko Reed
- Punt returners were Tez Johnson, Gary Bryant Jr., Evan Stewart, Dillon Gresham and Ryan Pellum
- As expected, none of the players who have entered the transfer portal were at practice
— James Crepea covers the Oregon Ducks and Big Ten. Listen to the Ducks Confidential podcast or subscribe to the Ducks Roundup newsletter.
