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

Oregon Ducks fans are still fresh off an offseason of dealing with rumors of head coach Dan Lanning leaving the program, as last year he was linked to the suddenly-vacant Alabama head coaching opportunity after legendary coach Nick Saban retired.

Oregon is enjoying a productive 2024 season, currently sitting 10-0 and ranked No. 1 in both the AP and Coaches Polls as well as holding the top spot in the College Football Playoff rankings. While the program will look to keep things rolling and claim a national title,

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks are led by coach Dan Lanning, who is adamant that the "grass is damn green in Eugene." However, coach Lanning's name has been buzzing in the NFL, according to a report from ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

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.

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.

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning Gives Injury Updates for Jordan James, Jordan Burch before Oregon's game vs. the Wisconsin Badgers. The Ducks also focused on limiting penalties this week, after committing a season-high 12 penalties for 95 yards.