Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Derrick Harmon previews the Wisconsin Badgers, describes what makes coach Dan Lanning unique and raves about his teammate Matayo Uiagalelei.

EUGENE — Dan Lanning understands that, in a long college football season, you have to mix it up. It is the driving force behind the Oregon football coach’s oft-viral motivational speeches, including the one against Michigan that evoked Russell Crowe’s character in “Gladiator” and created a memorable moment for his players on the field.

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks are pushing for five-star cornerback Na’eem Offord, who has been committed to the Ohio State Buckeyes since February. Oregon coach Dan Lanning is looking like Offord's favorite coach of his recruitment.

The Oregon Ducks are on a collision course to the Big Ten Championship game and an inevitable spot in the College Football Playoff. They are led by outspoken, fearless, and bold head coach Dan Lanning.

There will likely be a handful of NFL head coaching jobs made available after the 2024 season, especially given that there are 11 teams with three or fewer wins after the first 10

There have already been two coaches who have been fired (Robert Saleh of the New York Jets and Dennis Allen of the New Orleans Saints) and hot seat is burning in several cities who teams have underachieved more than halfway through the regular season.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is seen as a Dan Campbell-like NFL coaching candidate after leading the Ducks to the No. 1 spot in two College Football Playoff Rankings.