Breaking down the latest buzz around every Oregon defensive position

Oregon’s fall camp is essentially complete, and the Ducks are preparing to shift their attention toward game-week preparation for their 2026 season opener against Boise State.On the latest episode of the Autzen Audibles Podcast, Matt Prehm and Erik Skopil go position-by-position through Oregon’s defense to discuss the latest buzz, storylines and information coming out of fall camp.Like our offensive breakdown, this isn’t a projected depth chart or an attempt to predict exactly who will take the field for Oregon’s first defensive snap of the season. Instead, Prehm and Skopil focus on what they’ve heard throughout August, what has stood out during conversations with Oregon’s coaches and players, and where each position appears to stand as the Ducks leave camp.The discussion begins along Oregon’s defensive front, where the Ducks have spent the offseason developing a deep and versatile collection of defensive linemen and edge defenders. From there, the podcast examines a linebacker room featuring a mix of experience and emerging options before turning to a secondary with competition and versatility throughout the cornerback, safety and Star positions.Which defensive players generated the most buzz during fall camp? Which position groups appear to have taken significant steps forward? Where could Oregon have difficult decisions to make because of its depth? And what questions still need to be answered once the Ducks begin playing games?Prehm and Skopil break down everything they know and have heard about Oregon’s defense as fall camp comes to an end and the Ducks prepare to turn their full attention toward Boise State and the start of the 2026 season.(2:00) - Why this defense has the hype it is getting(4:25) - Oregon's Defensive Line Room(19:13) - Oregon's Linebacker Room(32:36) - Oregon's Secondary Room