Oregon’s DB Duo Eyes Thorpe Award | Oregon Ducks Football News

Two Oregon defensive backs, Brandon Finney Jr. and Koi Perich, are heating up the preseason watch list for the prestigious Paycom Jim Thorpe Award — recognizing the nation’s top defensive back. Finney Jr., a freshman All-American last year who led Oregon in interceptions and breakups, brings elite playmaking, while Perich, a second-team All-Big Ten transfer from Minnesota, adds versatility across defense and special teams. With Oregon ranked No. 2 and deep into fall camp, their rise signals a potent defensive unit poised to make noise this season — especially against Boise State on Sept. 5. Keep an eye on these two as they aim to dominate the field and claim national honors. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d7b7d8ce319e2a45