Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning expressed satisfaction with his team’s progress during spring practices after a scrimmage on Saturday. The team is preparing for the annual spring game on April 26, with position battles ongoing, notably at quarterback between Dante Moore and Austin Novosad. The spring transfer portal window is looming, with the potential inclusion of former Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava.
Lanning declined to comment on the Iamaleava situation but focused on his team’s performance and what he looks for in a quarterback – efficiency, understanding the system, creating plays, and making teammates better. He emphasized the importance of tackling and physicality in practice, aiming to become a great football team.
Lanning praised the competitive back and forth between the offense and defense, highlighting the growth opportunities for players, including young linemen like Emmanuel Pregnon and Alex Harkey. The coach stressed the value of scrimmage experience for younger players and the importance of players being themselves on the field.
Lanning also touched on the cornerback room’s progress, A’Mauri Washington’s growth on the defensive line, and the overall hunger and eagerness of his team. The coach commended his players’ hard work and emphasized the need for continued improvement and learning from mistakes. Overall, Lanning remains focused on the team’s progression and preparing for the upcoming challenges of the season.
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