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Talk Oregon Ducks football as signing day nears

Thursday January 19, 2012

12:56

The Oregonian:

Welcome to The Oregonian's Ducks football live chat. Who's with me.

Thursday January 19, 2012 12:56 The Oregonian

12:57

[Comment From Tosh LupoiTosh Lupoi: ]

I'm here to monitor which oregon recruits I can steal

Thursday January 19, 2012 12:57 Tosh Lupoi

12:57

The Oregonian:

Comedy gold, right off the bat.

Thursday January 19, 2012 12:57 The Oregonian

12:57

The Oregonian:

We're waiting for A.J. Jacobsen to join us. ...

Thursday January 19, 2012 12:57 The Oregonian

12:58

[Comment From DuckfANDuckfAN: ]

Looks like Tosh is fiting right in to the Husky family

Thursday January 19, 2012 12:58 DuckfAN

1:00

The Oregonian:

Still waiting for A.J. Dude, you here yet?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:00 The Oregonian

1:00

[Comment From fanfan: ]

I follow recruiting a little, I haven't seen or heard of any Colts or DeAnthonys coming in this year......

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:00 fan

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The Oregonian:

To my thinking, a De'Anthony comes around once in a coach's career. ...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:01 The Oregonian

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[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

you haven't Fan, maybe your looking at the wrong positions

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:02 Duckfan

1:02

[Comment From Duck DuckDuck Duck: ]

Byron Marshall is very explosive

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:02 Duck Duck

1:02

[Comment From stanstan: ]

Rumor has it Chip Kelly interviewing for the tampa bay job

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:02 stan

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The Oregonian:

Stan, I hope I'm remembering this right: At the Rose Bowl two seasons ago, Kelly and John Gruden seemed pretty tight. Don't know if that makes a difference, but there you go.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 The Oregonian

1:03

[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

No Kelly will wait till next year and take the Jets job

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 Duckfan

1:03

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Rumor from who? Husky and Beaver fans!? Please!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 Guest

1:03

[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Heard Kelly's name mentioned for the Colts job. Could this influence recruiting?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 gresham duck

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A.J.:

I'm here.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 A.J.

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[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

By the way you know thy have to talk to the U of O before they talk to Kelly?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 Duckfan

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[Comment From Duck DuckDuck Duck: ]

These "rumors" about Chip leaving always have a funny way of turning up just before signing day. Hmmm...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 Duck Duck

1:03

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

CK isn't going anywhere

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:03 Guest

1:04

The Oregonian:

Welcome, A.J. I'll start loading questions. Fasten your seatbelt.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 The Oregonian

1:04

[Comment From Tosh LupoiTosh Lupoi: ]

What's the update on Armstead and Shaq following my departure?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 Tosh Lupoi

1:04

[Comment From Kenley - Cedar City, UTKenley - Cedar City, UT: ]

What's the word on Peat or Armstead...those seem to be the two top uncommitted players that still have Oregon on their list?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 Kenley - Cedar City, UT

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[Comment From kevinkevin: ]

Oregon is in desperate need of a big mobile tight end and taller cornerbacks who can cover. how have the ducks addressed that need, and will arik armstead sign with oregon? considering oregon's rose bowl success are you suprised we haven't landed more 5-star guys?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 kevin

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[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

where is Peat and Armstead leaning? They seem to be the top 2 players undecided that still have Oregon on their board?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 Guest

1:04

The Oregonian:

AJ, I'm trying to group them, so you can answer in one take.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 The Oregonian

1:04

[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

Hi AJ

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:04 Duckfan

1:05

A.J.:

Oregon is still in the running for Armstead but chances are slim.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 A.J.

1:05

[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

Gruden was almost our first Kelly OC

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 Duckfan

1:05

[Comment From Tosh LupoiTosh Lupoi: ]

Kelly has a $4M buyout and is building a house in Eugene...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 Tosh Lupoi

1:05

The Oregonian:

I'm also going to clear out the Kelly coaching rumor posts. ...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 The Oregonian

1:05

[Comment From Duck DuckDuck Duck: ]

Ding ding! CK isn't going anywhere.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 Duck Duck

1:05

[Comment From RichRich: ]

Arik Armstead is looking at a school where he can play both basketball and football. What is Chip Kelly's philosophy regarding multiple sport athletes?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 Rich

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A.J.:

I don't see any chance for the Ducks landing Peat.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:05 A.J.

1:06

[Comment From AA: ]

Sounds like UO is back in the hunt for Shaq. Biggens saying family members are pushin Eugene... any thoughts?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:06 A

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[Comment From michaelmichael: ]

Miracles do happen Darren Thomas is leaving go Brian Bennett faster, and better passer last year. The only reason Thomas started was because he was in system longer.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:07 michael

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A.J.:

Chip says playing multiple sports is OK but nobody has done it except for track.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:07 A.J.

1:07

The Oregonian:

Michael, DT also was, um, pretty good.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:07 The Oregonian

1:07

[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

Hey AJ do stars really matter?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:07 Duckfan

1:08

[Comment From RichRich: ]

A.J. Kent was a three star athlete at Oregon. Basketball, football, and track.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:08 Rich

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[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

Michael don't be surprised when Bennett isn't the starter

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:08 Duckfan

1:08

A.J.:

Stars are a way to categorize guys quickly for fans but truly don't matter. I would rather have five stars that being said.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:08 A.J.

1:08

[Comment From Duck DuckDuck Duck: ]

How is Oregon looking with WR Thomas Johnson?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:08 Duck Duck

1:08

[Comment From duckmanduckman: ]

hey aj whats the latest on thomas johnson?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:08 duckman

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[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

Thank you AJ

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:09 Duckfan

1:09

A.J.:

Rich the question was CK's philosophy on multiple sports.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:09 A.J.

1:09

A.J.:

Thomas Johnson? He has gone dark on us. Hasn't answered his phone. I think Oregon has a decent chance with him though.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:09 A.J.

1:09

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Oregon has had a difficult time in the past of trying to land big mobile defensive ends and or tall cornerbacks. How have the ducks addressed that need and what are you hearing about whether arik armstead will sign with oregon?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:09 Guest

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[Comment From uo70uo70: ]

So I have heard though the grapevine that arik and Shaq are looking to combo up and come to oregon and that shaqs family is playing a bigger role in convincing him to do so. any word on the matter?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:10 uo70

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[Comment From wheatonspickwheatonspick: ]

It sounding like that Armstead if he does stay in the Pac 12 will be at Oregon is that true? also is Cal now number 3 for Thompson with Washington the slight leader over Oregon. What are Oregon chances at landing both Armstead and Thompson Thank You

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:10 wheatonspick

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A.J.:

I agree the Ducks have had trouble landing big DT types by-and-large. I think Azz has done a great job training up the long and lean types and they do seem to land them.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:10 A.J.

1:11

[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Who's the "softest" on our verbals list?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:11 gresham duck

1:11

A.J.:

I think both Armstead and Shaq end up playing somewhere in California.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:11 A.J.

1:12

A.J.:

Softest verbal? I would say Dwayne Stanford just because Ohio State wants him so bad and he is local for them.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:12 A.J.

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[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Any chance of picking up one of the 3 top linemen that the Ducks still have on their wish list?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:13 gresham duck

1:13

[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Any undecided sleepers that the Ducks have a realistic shot at getting?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:13 gresham duck

1:14

A.J.:

OL or DL gresham? Either way I think there lists have changed from two months ago.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:14 A.J.

1:14

[Comment From Nikoli TesslaNikoli Tessla: ]

why are all of gresham duck's comments being posted but none of mine?? i have questions too!!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:14 Nikoli Tessla

1:15

The Oregonian:

There are tons of questions. I'm posting in groups according to subject, so AJ can answer as many as possible.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:15 The Oregonian

1:15

[Comment From MpMp: ]

Is the NCAA investigation hurting Oregon at all with recruiting?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:15 Mp

1:15

The Oregonian:

This one, I'll let AJ answer with full concentration. ...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:15 The Oregonian

1:17

A.J.:

It seems it may have Mp. I would have expected a top class following three BCS bowls. They will end up with a class rank somewhere around #20. I don't know any specific cases where the investigation hurt with a recruit but it is definitely being used against the Ducks in living rooms.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 A.J.

1:17

The Oregonian:

And now, about some rival schools, and commits.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 The Oregonian

1:17

[Comment From PDXduckPDXduck: ]

Any Cal commits you see changing and coming to UO?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 PDXduck

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[Comment From Ruth RobbinsRuth Robbins: ]

Lots of rumors about Oregon commits seeing the light and picking the DAWGS at the last minute.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 Ruth Robbins

1:17

A.J.:

No PDX I think a few Cal commits change but not to Oregon.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 A.J.

1:17

A.J.:

lol Ruth.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 A.J.

1:17

[Comment From DanDan: ]

Do we have a chance with Addison from tAm?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:17 Dan

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[Comment From CharlesCharles: ]

CyberBears.com is reporting a number of commit switches. Is this true?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:18 Charles

1:18

A.J.:

Yes a small chance with Addison. But none if he doesn't visit this next weekend or two.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:18 A.J.

1:18

[Comment From wheatonspickwheatonspick: ]

I heard Armstead dropped Cal and Thompson has Cal at number 3 now so if both Armstead and Thompson end up playing in California will they be playing at U$C together?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:18 wheatonspick

1:18

[Comment From IkeIke: ]

Evidently Johnson said something about "wanting to win the day" on his twitter account, pretty good sign don't you think?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:18 Ike

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[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

I would not be surprised if AA lands at Auburn or ND. As far as Thompson, I think he ends up at Cal.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:19 Guest

1:19

A.J.:

Twitter accounts are not great for predicting recruit's actions. They like to send false messages for kicks.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:19 A.J.

1:19

The Oregonian:

And now, about Mickens. ...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:19 The Oregonian

1:19

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Mickens - is he coming this weekend?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:19 Guest

1:20

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Mickens?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:20 Guest

1:20

A.J.:

Well he told us the other day he was coming...but I don't really think he will.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:20 A.J.

1:20

[Comment From DuckzilaDuckzila: ]

What about Mickens, in that all star game he was in sure looked like the kind of Tazr player that excels at Oregon.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:20 Duckzila

1:20

[Comment From wheatonspickwheatonspick: ]

Is Oregon still a player for WR J-Mickens or has that ship sailed to Oklahoma State?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:20 wheatonspick

1:20

A.J.:

Mickens would be a great player for the Ducks...if they could get him admitted into school.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:20 A.J.

1:21

The Oregonian:

And now, about recruits from Oregon. ...

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:21 The Oregonian

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[Comment From Lloyd Center DuckLloyd Center Duck: ]

Any good recruits in Gresham?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:21 Lloyd Center Duck

1:21

[Comment From Hermiston BeavHermiston Beav: ]

Why don't top in state kids stay in Oregon?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:21 Hermiston Beav

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[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

No Gresham recruits since Bo Thran!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:22 gresham duck

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[Comment From RichRich: ]

because top in state kids suck

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:22 Rich

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A.J.:

Gresham doesn't have any Pac-12 level guys on the horizon I know of. I love me some Bo Thran though.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:22 A.J.

1:22

The Oregonian:

And now, about the roster and scholarships:

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:22 The Oregonian

1:22

[Comment From DuckAlumDuckAlum: ]

About how many scholarships are there available and how many are truly on the radar for the Ducks

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:22 DuckAlum

1:22

A.J.:

Balducci is a big in-state pickup for Oregon. A Rivals100 DL...just what they needed.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:22 A.J.

1:23

A.J.:

I think there are about four more slots open for this recruiting class so they will bring in a total of about 23 guys.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:23 A.J.

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[Comment From wheatonspickwheatonspick: ]

I'm pretty sure Oregon is looking too take 2 more WR's to go along with Stanford for this class. Which of these 2 WR's do you see Oregon landing? Mickens,Addison,Brooks,Williams,Johnson,Rodgers,Allen Thank You

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:23 wheatonspick

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[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

What are the Ducks best chances of landing any of the 4-5 stars that are left?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:24 gresham duck

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A.J.:

Wheaton I think they may well land Thomas Johnson plus a guy who could play DB or WR.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:25 A.J.

1:25

[Comment From sbrsbr: ]

Who is visiting this weekend? Have heard lots of additions and cancellations.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:25 sbr

1:25

[Comment From jorgejorge: ]

Any other Oline prospects out there we have a good shot at? I heard a Utah commit might be visiting this weekend.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:25 jorge

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A.J.:

I think Javon Williams and Thomas Johnson are their best shots at high star guys.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:26 A.J.

1:26

[Comment From AA: ]

Is Tyner rock solid to Oregon and what other 2013 state of Oregon recuits favor the Ducks?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:26 A

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A.J.:

Jorge the Oregonian will have an article out by me online this afternoon and print tomorrow on the projected weekend visit list.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 A.J.

1:27

[Comment From PenobscotPenobscot: ]

Zzzzzzzzz

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 Penobscot

1:27

A.J.:

Tyner is rock solid Duck, yes.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 A.J.

1:27

The Oregonian:

Thanks for stopping by, Penobscot.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 The Oregonian

1:27

[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Tyner would be a perfect Duck.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 gresham duck

1:27

[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Love to have some taller receivers.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 gresham duck

1:27

[Comment From wheatonspickwheatonspick: ]

Does Oregon have any shot with Kyle Murphy or Trey Williams last question i promise Thanks again for your time and have a great day and hope to see you at Matthew Knight tonight watching Oregon pound U$C.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:27 wheatonspick

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[Comment From michaelmichael: ]

with all of our success recently how is it that we still have trouble getting the best recruits? Natty, Rosebowl high rankings a fast paced offense how is that not attractive to these guys?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:28 michael

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[Comment From uo70uo70: ]

To User A: I bet Tyner is rock solid. I saw him at the Oregon pep rally and he was decked out in duck gear having a good time with some fine young women

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:28 uo70

1:28

A.J.:

There is a new OL on the radar Corey Whitaker who will be visiting next weekend.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:28 A.J.

1:29

A.J.:

No shot with Trey Williams, 10% chance with Kyle Murphy.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:29 A.J.

1:29

A.J.:

Michael the Ducks are recruiting at a much higher level than ever before but will not improve their class over last year as they had been doing.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:29 A.J.

1:30

[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Are there any more from JC that are on the Ducks wish for some immediate impact?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:30 gresham duck

1:31

[Comment From Nikoli TesslaNikoli Tessla: ]

What's the deal with Damariay Drew? Can't find a rivals profile on him!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:31 Nikoli Tessla

1:31

A.J.:

The Ducks may sneak in a JC OL if they don't land a prep they want. I don't see them going JC elsewhere.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:31 A.J.

1:32

A.J.:

Damariay is there, Nikoli. I just did an article on him today!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:32 A.J.

1:32

[Comment From MikeMike: ]

Does Oregon have a realistic shot of landing Cedrick Poutasi?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:32 Mike

1:32

[Comment From breezbreez: ]

Andrus peat?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:32 breez

1:32

[Comment From breezbreez: ]

austin peat?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:32 breez

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A.J.:

Yes Mike, if he shows up this weekend he could switch to Oregon. He liked the Ducks for a long time but had his feelers a bit hurt by not getting an offer for so long.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:33 A.J.

1:33

A.J.:

No shot with Peat to my knowledge.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:33 A.J.

1:33

[Comment From BillBill: ]

Lol im loving the web those website suggestions... full of information

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:33 Bill

1:34

The Oregonian:

Yep, my bad. Very sorry, all. Fail on my part.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:34 The Oregonian

1:34

[Comment From michaelmichael: ]

I realize we are getting better recruits! But alot of other schools get them every year it like we have to hope and pray that we will gets some of those top notch players! How does CAL come out of the woodwork and get such great players and only because the coach left they are being afftected! All I know is we need to kick the trojans ___! I cannot stand Barkley he is just a big mouth is good, but were going to shut that yapper of his this upcoming season! Go ducks!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:34 michael

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[Comment From gresham duckgresham duck: ]

Thanks for your time and insight A.J., gotta head out. I'll be looking forward to your article this afternoon.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:34 gresham duck

1:34

The Oregonian:

Thanks, Gresham Duck.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:34 The Oregonian

1:34

A.J.:

Take care, Gresham.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:34 A.J.

1:35

[Comment From GoselfGoself: ]

SHITTU

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:35 Goself

1:35

[Comment From AlikaAlika: ]

Oregon used to get a ton of Polynesian kids starting with the Malapeai brothers and Ngata, Tuakafu, etc..is there less of a focus on the islanders it seems like they aren't getting as many islanders..exception being a few in the past couple classes

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:35 Alika

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A.J.:

No Shittu for Ducks. No, no, no.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:35 A.J.

1:35

[Comment From breezbreez: ]

top 3 guys left out there that the ducks are pushing hardest to get?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:35 breez

1:36

A.J.:

The Ducks love Island guys and recruit them hard, especially Greatwood. Not every one makes the cut to get an offer though and the ones that do have lots of choices. I think the Ducks do all right with Polys.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:36 A.J.

1:36

[Comment From ATX DuckATX Duck: ]

Is Oregon looking at any kids from Texas? I moved hear 6 years ago and the state is loaded and the big names don't get everyone. In fact there are lots of kids who want to leave Texas just because they are tired of UT.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:36 ATX Duck

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A.J.:

Only Texas guy left on their radar at this point is WR Thomas Johnson who visited last weekend.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:37 A.J.

1:37

The Oregonian:

Now some more quick takes on specific guys:

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:37 The Oregonian

1:37

[Comment From duckmandanduckmandan: ]

Jake Rodrigues looks great! What's your take on him?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:37 duckmandan

1:38

A.J.:

Top guys they are still after are Thomas Johnson and Arik Armstead.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:38 A.J.

1:39

[Comment From GoDuckYourselfGoDuckYourself: ]

How solid is Castro.. Has he made any statements about the shake up @ uw

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:39 GoDuckYourself

1:39

[Comment From GoDuckYourselfGoDuckYourself: ]

Castro?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:39 GoDuckYourself

1:39

A.J.:

I love Jakes game, duckman. His arm is a cannon and he is very athletic. He broke his leg and ankle in late November so is healing from that.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:39 A.J.

1:39

[Comment From PenobscotPenobscot: ]

Miles Wade?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:39 Penobscot

1:40

A.J.:

Castro is solid I think. That being said, I never quite trust somebody once they make a switch.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:40 A.J.

1:40

A.J.:

I don't think the Ducks land Myles Wade again.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:40 A.J.

1:40

The Oregonian:

Now, about those QBs:

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:40 The Oregonian

1:40

[Comment From Duck DuckDuck Duck: ]

AJ, who do you see winning the QB job - Bennett or Mariota?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:40 Duck Duck

1:41

[Comment From WoodDuckWoodDuck: ]

Is Bennett the sure starter next yr?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:41 WoodDuck

1:41

[Comment From backtobacktobackchampsbacktobacktobackchamps: ]

Who do you feel wins the starting QB for Oregon Mariota or Bennett me i'm hoping for Mariota. Also with Thomas going pro is Oregon looking to add one QB for this class or will Oregon just settle on the 4 QB's they have now thank you

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:41 backtobacktobackchamps

1:41

A.J.:

In my mind there is no doubt Bennett starts over Mariota at this point.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:41 A.J.

1:41

[Comment From BillBill: ]

Are their any recruits on the defensive side are considering the Ducks and signing day approaches. Or that the coaches are making a late push for?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:41 Bill

1:42

A.J.:

The Ducks have two QB recruits coming in (Rodrigues and Lockie) and I am sure they will stand pat with those two.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:42 A.J.

1:42

The Oregonian:

I'm closing the door on new questions, and we'll send the bunch in there now for AJ. Chatters, you've been patient and great (and some of you are really into porn, but whatever. ...).

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:42 The Oregonian

1:42

[Comment From breezbreez: ]

ducks looking at oshay dunmore for offenseor defense?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:42 breez

1:43

[Comment From RichRich: ]

Does offense trump defense for Oregon in the recruiting process?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:43 Rich

1:43

A.J.:

Yes Bill the target list has been changing every day lately. I think the late push they make is for Thomas Johnson and Bryan Harper.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:43 A.J.

1:43

A.J.:

Defense for Dunmore I believe Breez. Probably safety.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:43 A.J.

1:44

[Comment From Quackerbacker#15Quackerbacker#15: ]

Is oregon set with middle linebackers for the next few years. I know a true freshman played last yea, but shouldn't we see them going for more depth, or trying to load up like they have on the d-line?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:44 Quackerbacker#15

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A.J.:

Yes offense trumps defense...it has under MB and it still does under CK.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:44 A.J.

1:44

[Comment From Ben from EugeneBen from Eugene: ]

I think that USC will always have a leg up on us in terms of recruiting, no matter what. What highschool kid doesn't want to live in SoCal and bask in the sun while playing at an incredibly prestigious university? However, it doesn't really matter. Who's won the Pac-12 for three consecutive years? Oh yeah, Oregon. Who's been in BCS bowls three years running? Oh yeah, Oregon. Keep it up USC, maybe one day those recruits will actually mean something! But for now, I'm more than happy with a great coach that gets kids who fit his system. Go ducks!

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:44 Ben from Eugene

1:44

A.J.:

I think next year is the year they recruit a MLB again, quackerbacker.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:44 A.J.

1:44

[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

You bad Oregonian just bad

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:44 Duckfan

1:44

The Oregonian:

Indeed.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:44 The Oregonian

1:45

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Ducks need 2 of 3 from Johnson, Armstead or Thompson or this class is duss

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:45 Guest

1:45

[Comment From IkeIke: ]

a big issue is size up front, something that has not been addressed as of yet.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:45 Ike

1:45

[Comment From fanfan: ]

Between Lockie and Rodrigues, which has the best shot at being third string and making the travel squad behind Bennett? You know, if MM starts, then Bennett, then.....?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:45 fan

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A.J.:

Yes Ike. The Ducks struggle to address size in DL recruiting so they make up for it at the training tables.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:45 A.J.

1:46

A.J.:

If Rodrigues heals up nicely then he has the leg (no pun) up on Lockie because of his big arm.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:46 A.J.

1:46

The Oregonian:

Last bunch of questions, AJ.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:46 The Oregonian

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[Comment From LODuckFanLODuckFan: ]

Ducks need to improve on size, its the only thing keeping up from beating SEC teams, i wouldve thought kelly and co. wouldve adressed the problem and recruited size

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:46 LODuckFan

1:47

The Oregonian:

And, I'll give AJ the last word on this, too.

Lots are asking about potential NCAA sanctions, and wondering if Kelly leaves for the NFL, is that a signal that the NCAA has something in the pipeline. You're take?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:47 The Oregonian

1:48

A.J.:

They certainly are trying LODuck. Size at the DL has been an issue for as long as I have followed Oregon recruiting. Just not many of them around.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:48 A.J.

1:49

A.J.:

I know CK pretty well and the last thing he would do is "jump ship" because of impending sanctions. If he goes pro it will be because it is an un-refuseable offer in a great situation. He really likes it here and has his own stable kingdom.

Everybody is wondering what's up with the sanctions. My take is the NCAA will do something just because they made such a big deal of it. But it won't amount to anything hurtful.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:49 A.J.

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The Oregonian:

While AJ mulls the last question, I'll jump in with the size/competing against the SEC/getting those big guys who are also considering SEC schools.

A lot of those guys just want to play near their families. Oregon seems far away, unfamiliar and it's just too hard for their folks to watch them play. It's a tough sell to convince someone from rural Louisiana or Georgia or even in those metro areas to live completely across the country. I'd say Kelly is making inroads, but it's an uphill battle.

Do you agree, AJ?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:50 The Oregonian

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[Comment From DuckfanDuckfan: ]

Some of us want to know why the "O" doesn't talk about Cal, LSU and Auburn regarding NCAA investigations and the involvement of texas in the story...any comment Oregonian?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:50 Duckfan

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A.J.:

Yes Kelly is making inroads into national recruiting. MB really paved the way for that. I think once the sanctions are out of the way the Ducks will start landing the 5-stars everybody wants.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:51 A.J.

1:51

The Oregonian:

Well, we cover the Ducks. I know those other schools have been included, but I don't expect The O to do a bunch of stories on investigations at other schools.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:51 The Oregonian

1:52

The Oregonian:

Final thoughts, AJ?

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:52 The Oregonian

1:52

A.J.:

Yeah good questions folks. We'll be doing this again a few more times before LOI so join us for the latest updates.

Thursday January 19, 2012 1:52 A.J.

1:53

The Oregonian:

Many thanks, AJ, and to the chatters, thank you as well. These were great during the season, the bowl season and now. Come back next time. ...