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The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, previews the Oregon Ducks’ season opener on Saturday against Boise State, mocks USC’s first-game home attendance and makes the case that Oregon’s 2026 defense could become the greatest in program history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, lays out six musts for the No. 2 Oregon Ducks to win the national championship and gives game-by-game predictions for the entire schedule. Oregon opens the season at 12:30 p.m. Saturday against Boise State at Autzen Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ second fall camp scrimmage, the defense’s dominance, the offensive line’s development and potential breakout players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses what Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning said about the team’s first fall scrimmage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ defense’s potential to become not only one of the best in the country, but one of the greatest in program history. Listen as the hosts give a position-by-position breakdown of what new defensive coordinator Chris Hampton is working with in Eugene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, breaks down Oregon’s offense as fall camp is underway. Quarterback Dante Moore is back, along with a host of playmakers, but will a rebuilt offensive line be good enough to help the Ducks win a national title? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, returns to discuss next week’s Big Ten Media Days, recruiting, the Ducks’ wide receivers and mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses Oregon’s recruiting run, the successful Tokyo trip and answers a mailbag question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, highlights the Oregon Ducks’ ratings in the new EA Sports College Football 27 video game, the players’ trip to Tokyo, and review segments of Wrighster’s interview with UO defensive coordinator Chris Hampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the proposed 24-team playoff format and dives into Wrighster’s one-on-one interview with Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses Saturday’s spring game, Oregon Ducks selected in the NFL draft, the chances quarterback recruit Will Mencl starts for UO and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the nine former Oregon Ducks who could be selected in the NFL draft, Saturday’s spring game, USC’s national title window and Washington Huskies’ recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Ducks’ first scrimmage, Dylan Raiola, quarterback development and West Linn High’s Josiah Molden, son of former Oregon cornerback Alex Molden, committing to the Ducks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, is back after a spring break hiatus to discuss the Oregon Ducks football team. Topics include USC trolling the Ducks over recruiting, how the defensive line looks and identifying freshmen gems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, covers remarks made about the Oregon Ducks by defensive coordinator Chris Hampton and offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer at the start of spring football practices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the NFL Combine performances of former Oregon Ducks Kenyon Sadiq, Dillon Thieneman and Malik Benson, plus takes a quick look at spring football, which starts March 12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the ⁠Unafraid Show⁠, discusses the nine former Oregon Ducks invited to this week’s NFL Scouting Combine. They analyze each player and what they must do at the combine to improve their draft stock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the nine Oregon Ducks invited to the NFL Scouting Combine and selects 10 players they believe must step up their game next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks defensive depth chart and the 2026 schedule. Plus, the hosts answer a couple of mailbag questions from listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the national championship game, Big Ten dominance, Oregon’s pursuit of offensive lineman Jordan Seaton and previews the Ducks’ 2026 offensive depth chart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the criticism coach Dan Lanning is receiving following the College Football Playoff loss to Indiana, Dante Moore’s future and looks ahead to what the Ducks could look like in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 56-22 loss to Indiana in the College Football Playoffs semifinal at the Peach Bowl, and reviews the 2025 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 5 Oregon Ducks’ 23-0 Orange Bowl win over Texas Tech and what that victory means for their rematch with No. 1 Indiana in the College Football Playoffs semifinals at the Peach Bowl on Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Orange Bowl featuring the No. 5 Oregon Ducks (12-1) and the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders (12-1). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, previews the College Football Playoff, diving into all four games this weekend, including explaining why the No. 5 Oregon Ducks should obliterate No. 12 James Madison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses Heisman Trophy voting, Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore’s 2026 Heisman chances, playoff buzz and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks hosting James Madison in the first round of the College Football Playoffs and if the matchup is a letdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ likely playoff matchup, their No. 2-ranked recruiting class, replacing coordinators, Heisman voting and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks winning 26-14 at Washington to punch their ticket into the College Football Playoff, as well as where UO could land in the bracket. At home? Top-Four seed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the complex College Football Playoff rankings that have the Oregon Ducks (9-1, 6-1 Big Ten) at No 7, and previews UO’s big clash with No. 13 USC (8-2, 6-1) on Saturday at Autzen Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 42-13 win over Minnesota and how they match up with the USC Trojans, who face UO at Autzen Stadium on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks moving up a spot to No. 8 in the latest College Football Rankings, can they reach the playoffs at 10-2 and if Minnesota has a shot to pull off an upset Friday night in Autzen Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 9 Oregon Ducks (8-1, 5-1 Big Ten) winning 18-16 Saturday at No. 20 Iowa, the latest polls and if UO’s fourth-quarter defense is a concern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 9 Oregon Ducks’ matchup with the No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes Saturday on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses No. 6 Oregon’s 21-7 win over Wisconsin. Impressive showing in bad weather, or should there be concerns about the offense? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 6 Oregon Ducks game Saturday against Wisconsin and examines the future of the running back room with the emergence of freshmen Dierre Hill Jr. and Jordon Davison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the No. 6 Oregon Ducks’ impressive 56-10 win at Rutgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses what the No. 8 Oregon Ducks (5-2, 2-1 Big Ten) must do not only to win this weekend at Rutgers (3-3, 0-3), but also to demonstrate improvement in areas that cost them during last week’s loss to No. 3 Indiana (6-0, 3-0). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ 30-20 loss to No. 3 Indiana. Were the Ducks exposed, or can they easily correct the issues that cost them the game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses No. 3 Oregon’s matchup with No. 7 Indiana on Saturday at Autzen Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, reviews the action that took place around college football, while No. 3 Oregon Ducks had the week off. That includes discussing whether UO’s win last week at Penn State was diluted by the Nittany Lions’ loss at 1-4 UCLA and their subsequent fall out of the AP Top 25. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, takes a deep dive into the Oregon Ducks’ 30-24 double overtime win at Penn State. Fentress picked Oregon to lose and Wrighster maybe had a little too much fun rubbing that in his face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot on the line for Oregon State this Friday, as Houston comes to town with the Beavers at risk of falling to 0-5. What does Trent Bray have to say about it, with his job potentially on the line? Find out on the latest episode of Beavers Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast shifted gears for this episode. Aaron Fentress, of The Oregonian/OregonLive, teamed up with PennLive’s Max Ralph, who covers Penn State, to discuss this week’s matchup between the No. 6 Ducks and No. 3 Nittany Lions in Happy Valley. They examined the matchup from both sides of the ball and gave their early-week predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks' 41-7 win over Oregon State and takes a peek ahead to Saturday's game at No. 3 Penn State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The disparity has never been wider, or at least that’s the prevailing narrative heading into Saturday’s football game between No. 6 Oregon and Oregon State. If a Beavers upset is out of the question, how can OSU leave feeling good about Saturday’s performance in a hostile environment against an elite team?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks-Oregon State series being renewed, Saturday’s matchup between the two rivals and takes a look at big matchups around the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ducks Confidential podcast, hosted by The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Aaron Fentress and former UO and NFL tight end George Wrighster, host of the Unafraid Show, discusses the Oregon Ducks’ lackluster 34-14 win at Northwestern, what it means in the bigger picture, and takes a quick look ahead to Saturday’s game against Oregon State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Oregon State football rise from the ashes of these first two weeks and pull a stunning upset over No. 21 Texas Tech on the road? We take a quick look at the matchup, and how the Beavers can bounce back, on this week’s episode of Beavers Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When news arrived late last month that Tom Dundon and a collection of investors reached a tentative agreement to buy the Portland Trail Blazers, it sparked more questions than answers for Blazermaniacs. What does it mean for the future of the franchise? What type of owner will he be? What does it mean for the Moda Center? And ... who the heck is Tom Dundon? In the latest episode of the Oregonian Sports Podcast, Luke DeCock — longtime sports columnist at The News & Observer in Raleigh, North Carolina — joins senior writer Joe Freeman to answer these questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices