Oregon Football will be joining the Big Ten Conference this fall, continuing the trend of realignment in college athletics. Oregon will be entering the conference alongside UCLA, USC, and Washington. Compared to previous additions such as Rutgers and Maryland, Oregon is in a much better position due to its strong recruiting classes and recent success on the field.
Nebraska, on the other hand, struggled after joining the Big Ten, with coaching changes and recruiting issues leading to a seven-year bowl drought. The key for Oregon’s success in the Big Ten will be its ability to maintain strong recruiting classes and build on its recent performances. With a pattern of talent acquisition that exceeds anything seen from Big Ten additions since 2012, Oregon looks set to make an immediate impact in the conference.
Led by head coach Dan Lanning and with the backing of Phil Knight and Nike, Oregon has had three consecutive 10-win seasons and a strong recruiting class for 2025. This sets the Ducks up for success in the Big Ten and the potential for sustained excellence in the years to come. By focusing on recruiting and building on their recent successes, Oregon is poised to make a splash in their new conference. Stay up to date on all things Oregon Ducks by following them on social media and visiting Oregon Ducks on SI daily.
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