Liam Donnan

Liam Donnan

Liam is a passionate college football writer and contributor to Autzen Zoo. He covers the Oregon Ducks and their place in the evolving world of college sports. As a university student entering the sports media space, Liam is excited to contribute new and exciting insights to Autzen Zoo readers. Liam's Oregon fandom began with the Marcus Mariota-led Oregon teams and has only grown since. As an offensive coordinator at the high school level, he is always fascinated by the X's and O's of football. You can also find his work covering college football from a national perspective at peanutsplaybook.com

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Jurrion Dickey carries the ball as the Ducks host the Spartans Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.

Oregon wide receiver Jurrion Dickey suspended from team

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Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi directs practice March 29, 2022.

Tosh Lupoi

Tosh Lupoi's defense at Oregon: Mostly good, some bad, few ugly

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Jan 1, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Oregon Ducks tight end Zach Grace (44) against the Liberty Flames during the 2024 Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Turn back the clock: This Oregon player could be a secret weapon in 2025

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Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein, left, former Oregon defensive coordinator Nick Aliotti and former Oregon coach Rich Brooks talk before the game as the Fighting Ducks face off against Mighty Oregon in the Oregon Ducks spring game on April 26, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

Will Stein tops list of offensive coordinators

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Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi walks the field during the Oregon Ducks’ Spring Game Saturday, April 27. 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.

Film for Tyler Atkinson shows why he's the No. 1 linebacker in the country

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Jun 7, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr (3) runs with the ball against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats during the second half at McMahon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

The CFL is back: former Oregon Ducks in the CFL

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Aug 31, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning touches the O logo before the game against the Idaho Vandals at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Oregon to host elite recruits in a "must-win" weekend

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix greets Phil Knight after defeating the Liberty Flames to win the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Jan. 1, 2024.

The question of Oregon's recruiting struggles has an answer

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Nov 9, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning leads his team before the start of a game against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Oregon's 2025 transfer portal cycle is their best yet

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore throws out a pass during warm ups as the Oregon Ducks host the Idaho Vandals Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.

What should Oregon fans expect of Dante Moore?

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Dec 29, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

NFL Schedule Release: The best matchups between "Pro Ducks"

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Dec 31, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning during the Rose Bowl head coaches press conference at Sheraton Grand LA. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

How a further expanded playoff would impact Oregon

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Nixa's Jackson Cantwell seen here against Webb City on August 25, 2023.

Oregon loses the race for Cantwell, pivot to Iheanacho

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Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson, center left, presents Sabrina Ionescu with a plaque declaring May 12 “Sabrina Ionescu Day” in Eugene.

May 12 is now "Sabrina Ionescu Day" in Eugene

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Nashville Christian's Jared Curtis (2) evades Columbia Academy's Jake Ballard (10) during the third quarter of the Division II-A championship game at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga, Tenn., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

Oregon loses out on another recruit, five star QB Jared Curtis commits to Georgia

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Nashville Christian's Jared Curtis (2) smiles after scoring a touchdown against Columbia Academy during the fourth quarter of the Division II-A championship game at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga, Tenn., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

Cinco de Curtis: What to know ahead of Jared Curtis' May 5 commitment

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