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Oregon Linebackers Ready for Championship Push | Oregon Ducks Football News
The Oregon Ducks’ quest for a national title in 2026 hinges on their linebacker corps, now without star Bryce Boettcher, who’s headed to the NFL. With no new transfers brought in, the burden falls on returning veterans like Jerry Mixon—whose two interceptions and 57 tackles last year hinted at elite potential—and Devon Jackson, who’s ready to seize a starting role but needs to prove he can be consistent. Behind them, players like Brayden Platt, Gavin Nix, and Dylan Williams show flashes of promise, while freshmen Braylon Hodge and Tristan Phillips bring talent but need time to bulk up. The…
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