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 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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Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA;  Oregon Ducks wide receiver Evan Stewart (7) rushes with the football in front of Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman (2) after catching a pass during the fourth quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Predicting Oregon's Offensive Skill Position Post-Spring Depth Chart

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Sep 28, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei (10) and defensive lineman A'Mauri Washington (52) during the fourth quarter against the UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

The 2025 NFL Draft is over: Which Oregon Ducks can be first rounders next year?

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Dillon Gresham (80) tunes up prior to Idaho v Oregon, August 31 2024

Redshirt freshman Dillon Gresham shines in Oregon's spring game

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New Oregon offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Will Stein leads a drill on the first practice of spring for Oregon football as the Ducks prepare for the 2023 season.

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This pass catcher stood out above everyone else in Oregon's spring game

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Sep 28, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning talks to Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Derrick Harmon (55) during the fourth quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Seven Oregon NFL hopefuls land in Daniel Jeremiah's top 150

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Archbishop Hoban's Elbert 'Roc' Hill IV runs with the ball in the first half of a football game against Central York at Panthers Stadium on Oct. 18, 2024, in Springettsbury Township.

Recruiting expert gives insight on some of Oregon's biggest potential recruits

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Rodrick Pleasant warming up before Oregon's 2024 season opener vs Idaho, August 31 2024. Brandon Sloter/Getty Images

Sting factor: Former 4-star Oregon cornerback enters transfer portal

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