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Here’s what’s being said on Twitter about former Ducks LeGarrette Blount and the 2010 NFL Combine.
No Twitter account required. Fire up a colortini, sit back, relax, and watch the tweets, now, as they fly through the air.
The views expressed in this blog post are the views of the individual Twitter account holders and do not necessarily reflect the views of One Click Sports News.
DSN is seeing quite a few tweets that Lache Seastrunk has committed to play football for Oregon. More links as they come in.
(Music lyrics NSFW)
By Jay Jones
One Click Sports News
Ready for some Inside Baseball?
Actually, this is more TMZ, than DSN.
But it’s a real diamond-in-the-rough, this one.
Today, Santa Monica, Calif., businessman Scott Schenter, a Husky fan, responded. And in the process, he threw Daily News USC football beat reporter Scott Wolf under the aforementioned Land Rover.
Unfortunately, it was also at Oregon cheerleader Amanda Pflugrad’s expense.
Here’s part of his response (from Ted Miller’s ESPN Pac-10 blog):
5. As for his ownership of the Web site, www.4joemcknight.com, Schenter claims he’s squatted on a number of similar Web site names.
“I also have uscmarketing.com, uclalove.com (where’s the Kevin Love article), stanfordindians.com, 24kobe.com, airkobe.com, trumpcancer.com, shaqcancer.com, caltchbeavers.com, uscromeo.com, and for Scott Wolf, amandaflugrad.com.”
Despite the typo, Mr. Schenter does indeed own amandapflugrad.com.
Why did this catch my attention?
Mr. Wolf has a long history of an inappropriate, unprofessional, stalker-like fetish with Pac-10 cheerleaders. More specifically, he is obsessed with Oregon’s cheerleaders and Amanda Pflugrad. (Just for reference, can you imagine The Register-Guard’s Rob Moseley getting his picture taken with opposing teams’ cheerleaders at every game? I don’t think so.)
Here’s Scott Schenter’s response on Scott Wolf’s blog.
In my book, Scott Schenter almost hit a home-run in referencing Scott Wolf in his explanation (almost reason enough to let him off the hook if he did what he’s accused of doing). I don’t use the words “inappropriate”, “unprofessional”, and “fetish” lightly. But Mr. Wolf’s interests are so clearly known throughout USC and Pac-10 fandom that a Husky fan accused of being part of a potentially major NCAA violation goes out of his way to mention him in his response.
That’s the amazing thing here.
But that near home-run veered just foul with the mention of Amanda Pflugrad.
I feel bad for Amanda.
When she signed on to be an Oregon cheerleader, I don’t think “further objectification by USC football beat reporter” was part of the job description.
However, I also don’t think there has been a more well-known cheerleader in recent Oregon history than her.
Now let’s see if Joe McKnight goes down as one of the more well-known football players in USC history. If he does, let’s some hope (for his sake) that it’s something for USC fans to cheer about.
By Jay Jones
One Click Sports News
“What’s the video du jour?”
“It’s the video of the day.”
“Mmm…that does sound good. I think I’ll watch that.”
Between SNL, YouTube, and local stories, the medium of the day on Duck Sports News seems to be videos.
Here are a couple of entries from Ohio State.
But I have to warn you – Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” is about as relevant as my “Dumb & Dumber” reference (Actually, “Dumb & Dumber” references are always relevant because it’s a work of genius, unlike “8 Mile”.).
Although, I’m sure Oregon fans would like to go all Yoda on Ohio State fans and collectively say, “Yourself lose, you will.”
Ohio State and Oregon videos, let’s try to use music that’s been produced within the last couple of years.
And I’ll try to keep my pop-culture references in the same range, as well.
By Jay Jones
One Click Sports News
As soon as Supwitchugirl’s Twitter and Facebook accounts went silent (not shut down, just quiet) about their “I Love My Ducks!” music video, that was the first clue that the controversial video was going to get played on Duck Vision during the Civil War.
The second clue was word that Nike and other sponsors were getting involved.
The third clue? Probably “I Love My Ducks!” t-shirts being sold at The Duck Store.
Indeed, an edited version of the video played on Duck Vision before the game, instead of the usual open.
But it all seemed strangely anti-climatic.
Here’s that version of “I Love My Ducks!”:
After all the completely unnecessary controversy surrounding this video (unnecessary on the University of Oregon Athletic Department’s part – completely necessary for Supwitchugirl), it seemed much ado about nothing.
A lot of teachable, and sellable, moments emerged over the course of this grudge match.
Too bad the people who should be interested in teaching, and selling, don’t have the Duck vision.
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By Jay Jones
One Click Sports News
Gray is Oregon’s new color. And only color.
Not yellow. Not green. Definitely not black or white.
But gray.
When the Oregon football team runs out of tunnel at Autzen Stadium to “play” Washington State Saturday evening, Duck fans should expect to see uniforms sporting more than a “Touch of Grey”.
But you already knew that. At least a lot of you did.
On the day that head football coach Chip Kelly made his black and white declaration that LeGarrette Blount would never play football at Oregon again (and he has made it repeatedly since), Duck Sports New posted this poll:
From the very beginning of “The Punch Heard Around The World” incident, a good portion of Duck fans did not believe LeGarrette Blount would serve out his season-long suspension. A third of those who responded did not believe Chip Kelly.
Given yesterday’s announcement and today’s press conference, just about every link on Duck Sports News has a poll asking the wrong question: should LeGarrette Blount be reinstated? According to Chip Kelly’s repeated declarations in the past, there’s no need to ask that question because he’s never going to play for Oregon again.
But that’s not the important question for Chip Kelly. As he lays the foundation for Blount’s possible return in November , there’s only one important question for Chip Kelly right now.
And that’s the new Duck Sports News poll question:
Bottomline: will you believe Chip Kelly in the future?
Maybe the best thing is just not to trust college football coaches (unless you happen to be related to them).
So, the next time someone asks Chip Kelly about what uniform combination the Ducks will be wearing for the next game, I don’t need to hear the answer.
Gray. All gray.
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By David Melo
Contributor, Duck Sports News
It was Saturday, October 1, 1994 (fifteen years ago, today.) The fans had watched Oregon rebound from a 1-2 start the previous week at Autzen Stadium against Iowa, a complete turnaround on defense. The few loyal fans knew it could be a special year, while the naysayers thought the previous game was a simple day of luck. Oregon, picked by many to finish as low as 10th in the Pac-10, was 2-2 overall and heading into conference play against Mighty USC–picked by most to win the conference. The Ducks were originally 19 point underdogs, but were without starting quarterback Danny O’Neil, running back Ricky Whittle, and Cornerback Herman O’Berry; so the bets were even called off because everyone thought we stood no chance. Memorial Colesium in Los Angeles had traditionally been a place for Oregon teams to be shot down, having not won there since 1971. (Note: Oregon was without starting QB Danny O’Neil, just as in the 1971 victory without starting QB Danny O’Fouts!!)
Oregon kicked off a touchback, followed by USC beginning its powerful offense in All-American TB Shawn Walters and QB Rob Johnson. Within minutes, USC broke midfield. Every USC fan thought they already had the game won, and all the biased folks had their minds made up that ‘SC didn’t even have to play. On that very first drive, Johnson found an open receiver Ken Grace and sailed it right to his hands. Afterall, All-American CB Herman O’Berry wasn’t there to cover him. Grace went about making a catch as usual, and was bobbling it in his hands, when suddenly he realized he didn’t have the ball anymore. Young Freshman Kenny Wheaton came up from behind to steal the ball from Grace, and make a great run back into USC territory before being forced out. The first of many great defensive plays by Wheaton, so began the presence of “Gang Green” on that magical day!
Sophomore Tony Graziani made his first collegian start and began to march the offense downfield beautifully. Graziani led Oregon into the red zone, but USC’s powerful defense did force a fourth down. Freshman kicker Matt Belden sailed the ball through the uprights to put Oregon onto the board. 3-0 Oregon. On ‘SC’s next possession, “Gang Green” made it’s presence felt yet again. Grace caught the ball this time, but reserve CB LaMont Woods delivered a big hit to prevent a big gain. Chad Cota then made a big hit to prevent a first down, and on third down Gang Green’s coverage was too powerful to allow an open receiver. Alex Molden came very close to blocking a punt, but somehow the ‘SC punter got the ball off and Oregon was called for roughing the kicker. It didn’t matter, as Gang Green stepped in again! First and Second down brought up third. On third down with less than five to go, Grace was thrown the ball and caught it this time. But again, Wheaton stood in the way of the powerful receiver, meeting him face to face and wrapping him up for only a yard! ‘SC was forced to punt.
On Oregon’s second offensive series, Graziani and company marched through the USC defenders like a hot knife through butter. First, Graz was faced with a third down, when he made his first of many beautiful career runs and big baseball-like slides for a first down at midfield. On the very next play, possibly the greatest run of the 1994 season took place! All those who thought Shawn Walters would outgain Oregon in rushing were quieted by the Gang Green and Oregon’s Dino Philyaw, who ran for more yards on this play than Walters had the entire game! Philyaw ran right through the line, and raced downfield, cutting off one defender after another. Right around the ‘SC ten yardline were two defenders ready to make a big play. Philyaw made a big cut, when reserve Tight End Christian Anderson threw a terrific downfield block on the ‘SC defender. Philyaw then hurdled that player on the ground, who failed to get stop him by the feet, and fell right into the endzone for the score! 10-0, Oregon!
On the next series, USC’s offense came alive (but for the only time!) They were forced to pass due to the Gang Green holding their running game in check. Johnson and company marched right downfield with great receptions and put the ball inside the red zone. Johnson then found a wide-open future NFL-star Keyshawn Johnson to pull within three. 10-7, Oregon.
From there, Oregon and USC traded possessions into the second quarter. USC tried moving the ball, but so began the sack-masters! Reggie Jordan was about to sack Johnson, but he slipped first! Then, Walters was handed the ball when he ran into Nose Tackle Bryant Jackson who pushed him back until he was ruled down. On Oregon’s next possession, Graziani marched them downfield for their second touchdown of the afternoon. Graz threw two beautiful strikes downfield to Pat Johnson, who made an acrobatic catch, and to Dameron Ricketts into the red zone. Graz then threw into the end zone to open Cristin McLemore and Dino Philyaw who were crossing paths and both could have caught, but McLemore came up with it for the score! The two almost collided, but Philyaw put the breaks on and McLemore made the catch. 16-7 Ducks, after Belden missed his only PAT of his career.
USC attempted more drives to make it a closer halftime score, but Gang Green was too tough. Troy Bailey went back to sack Johnson, but was dodged. That didn’t matter, as Reggie Jordan was right there and dropped him for a huge loss before the half. Oregon took a 16-7 lead into the half. In the second half, USC thought they had what it took, but the fun was only beginning for the Gang Green. Drive after drive, the defense kept charging and never allowed any big runs. On offense, Graziani and company did well, setting up a field goal at the end of the third to make the score 19-7 heading into the final quarter. In the fourth, many thought ‘SC could easily score two TDs to take a lead. Too many naysayers! Oregon ignored tradition, and kept playing strong and incredible defense. Belden added another field goal to outscore USC on the day himself alone, and secure a two-touchdown lead at 22-7. In ‘SC’s attempt to mount a comeback, Silila Malepeai made a terrific sack to avoid any more points! The powerful Trojan running game was slowed to a crawl by Gang Green, managing only 31 yards all day. Gang Green forced NINE QB sacks, which could have been ten on the final ‘SC play when DE Mark Schmidt came close to a sack but the ball was thrown away to give up the ball for the final time. The entire defense to earned MVP. The talented and high-scoring Trojan offense managed only one first quarter touchdown, being far outgained by Dino Philyaw who had a +100 yard game. Graziani threw for almost 300 yards to make his first collegian start very memorable. The offense ran the ball very well to milk the clock in the second half, and the defense was too strong for Mighty Troy to maintain possession. Oregon by far dominated in the time of possession category, much attributing to their victory. Oregon was now 3-2 (as opposed to 1-2 only eight days earlier) and 1-0 in conference play in a convincing conference opener. Who knew the glory was only beginning with so much still yet to come all season! Final score: Oregon 22, USC 7!
Oregon had an equally convincing conference opener last week against Cal. Let’s remember that Cinderalla team who planted the seeds for today’s successful Oregon program. Hopefully, they can continue such success throughout this season.
GO DUCKS!!!!
Make sure to catch “The Lead Block” with The Register-Guard’s George Schroeder and Jay Jones of DuckSportsNews.com every Oregon home-gameday from 7am to 9am on 95.3 FM “The Score” in the Eugene/Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, and Salem areas.
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By David Melo
Contributor, Duck Sports News
Unbelievable enough–today marks 15 years of the game that the “Gang Green Defense” first began to take effect! Iowa came to town with a fairly good team, facing a struggling Oregon team. Who could forget that awful slump starting off 1-2?! Before this day in 1994, we had lost to Utah (who was unable to repeat that last week.) Right after that loss, the players held the famous long meeting among only themselves, discussing what they wanted/expected of the season, and how to go about achieving those goals. They obviously believed, but only the most loyal and true Ducks believed that we had a shot at even qualifying for a bowl. The worthless fans who don’t even belong in Autzen Stadium were wearing “Ditch Rich” shirts to the Iowa game, but that ended up blowing up in their face beginning this day, September 24, 1994! Brooks was a legend in Duck history, and really showed them starting this game!
“Gang Green” really began to first take effect that great day against the visiting Iowa Hawkeyes. On the very first play of the game, defensive coverage was great and Hawkeye QB Ryan Driscoll couldn’t find an open receiver. When he finally found one, Jeremy Asher immediately hit him and the ball popped up. Alex Molden then took a dive to grab it out of the air, to immediately give us possession and make the “gang green” presence felt! On our first series, Ricky Whittle ran it right in for the Touchdown to take an early 7-0 lead. Iowa scored on their next possession, but the Gang Green stepped in again on special teams this time. They blocked the PAT to keep a 7-6 lead. We stumbled a bit when their Kick Return man Harold Jasper returned a Punt for a TD The offense then came alive. On the very first play of the second quarter, QB (and my good friend) Danny O’neil threw it to backup Tight End Blake Spence for his first touchdown as a Duck.
Once we grabbed the lead, the “Gang Green” really began to take effect and wore down the visitors from Iowa, holding them to only 67 net yards on the ground, and forcing FOUR turnovers. There was one fumble recovery, and THREE interceptions. Tailbacks Ricky Whittle and Dino Philyaw both rushed for over 100 yards. But the unsung heroes of the day were the O-linemen, who were very young but played like NFL veterans and went on to be one of the greatest lines in Oregon history. Tasi Malepeai especially had some great blocks on the right side to allow Whittle and Philyaw into the endzone three times. Iowa tried to come back, but the defense was too tough and we pulled way ahead. Jeff Sherman made a terrific diving interception when their QB tried to dump off a pass. Guess who else did the same thing? Our friend A.J Jelks, may he rest in peace. He would later move to Fullback, but was a linebacker on the reserve squad. Iowa tried to make it a closer game, but Jelks made a magnificant diving interception when their QB tried to throw the ball away, but was hit as he threw! They failed to make it any closer because of AJ’s great play, and we won 40-18.
From there, we went on to produce some of the biggest upsets, as “Gang Green” was spectacular through the rest of the year, AND through the end of 1995. The next week was an even bigger upset, and we’ll re-live that on that anniversary. Let’s hope we can come back from an early deficit this year, the same way we did back then! This weekend’s big matchup against Cal will tell a lot.
Take care my friends, and remember–GO DUCKS!!!!!
Make sure to catch “The Lead Block” with The Register-Guard’s George Schroeder and Jay Jones of DuckSportsNews.com every Oregon home-gameday from 7am to 9am on 95.3 FM “The Score” in the Eugene/Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, and Salem areas.
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By Jay Jones
One Click Sports News
Looking back at Duck Sports News this week, here are the questions I hear Duck fans talking about:
- Should Chip Kelly give Jeremiah Masoli a rest and play Nate Costa? The Modesto Bee, Costa’s hometown paper, sure seems to think that’s what Duck fans want.
- Is Oregon’s offensive line the problem on offense, not Jeremiah Masoli? According to The Oregonian’s John Canzano, it is. DSN brought this potential issue to your attention back in April when the Wall Street Journal noted that Oregon has the least experienced offensive line in college football. To be fair, the WSJ also observed that Notre Dame (see Michigan) and Florida State (see Miami) have the most experience returning on the offensive line. Ooops.
- What’s a week at Oregon without a “Men on Uniforms” segment? Looks like Oregon is going “retro” this week. However, I don’t know what that means because Oregon is going to rack up more throwback uniforms just about every year. Is it cool? Do you care? Does it matter? (Hmmm…I wonder what happened to those old-new flame-out yellow helmets…)
- And I almost forgot “the check”. Good move? Genuine gesture? Savy PR response? All of the above?
What do you think?
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