Oregon football offensive depth chart prediction midway through spring football

Story by

Story by
Oregon football offensive depth chart prediction midway through spring football

Zachary Neel, Ducks Wire · Ducks Wire

Mon, Apr 14, 2025 ·

6 min read

About Our Ads

The spring football season is going by quickly for Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks , with eight sessions already behind us, and the annual Spring Game just a couple of weekends away.

In a new year with many new faces , there have been endless storylines during this spring season in Eugene, from the quarterback battle to the search for elite weapons around him. On the defensive side of the ball, some veteran experience returns. At the same time, high-level transfers also come to Oregon with an expectation of vaulting their stock and preparing for the NFL .

Oregon's roster will look wildly different in 2025 than it did a year ago, with new faces at nearly every position. Most notably, former Duck stars like Dillon Gabriel, Jordan James, Terrance Ferguson, Tez Johnson, Josh Conerly, Jordan Burch, and Jeffrey Bassa are all off to the NFL, so Lanning and the Ducks have some big shoes to fill.

While nothing will be set in stone this spring, we will get a good chance to see where Oregon's roster currently stands and who has set them up to contribute significantly come fall.

How do we see things after a couple of weeks of practice? That's an important question. With so many open spots on the starting lineup, the depth chart looks a bit muddled as we wait to see who can separate themselves this offseason. For now, though, there's no harm in trying to project where things are at.

Here's our first look at what the offensive depth chart will look like for the Ducks this spring:

Quarterback

Starter: Dante Moore
Backup: Austin Novosad
Other Names to Know: Luke Moga/Akili Smith Jr.

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: None

Analysis: While we havent' seen any spring practices thus far, the buzz is still around Dante Moore to be the QB1 this year. As one of the leading candidates for the Heisman Trophy in 2025, there are high expectations in his first year as the starter at Oregon, and we should get a good look at what he can do this spring.

Running Back

Starter: Makhi Hughes
Backup: Noah Whittington
Other Names to Know: Jayden Limar/Da'Jaun Riggs

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: None

Analysis: There was no change in the depth chart from before spring ball started, but if I had to put a percentage on things, I would up my confidence in Makhi Hughes as the starter. It sounds like he is having a great spring season and standing out in the room. Behind Hughes and Whittington at RB1 and RB2, I'm curious to see what we get from Jayden Limar and Da'Jaun Riggs. Riggs showed some real explosiveness in limited work as a freshman and could be poised for a breakout this spring.

Wide Receiver (X)

Starter: Evan Stewart
Backup: Kyler Kasper
Other Names to Know: Jurrion Dickey/Jeremiah McClellan

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: None

Analysis: Evan Stewart projects to be the Ducks' WR1 going into the year, taking over for Tez Johnson. I think Kyler Kasper will get some nice run here as well, especially considering that he appears to be fully healthy once again. I wouldn't at all be surprised to see guys like Jeremiah McClellan and Jurrion Dickey step into more prominent roles as well.

Wide Receiver (Z)

Oregon wide receiver Jeremiah McClellan carries the ball during warmups ahead of the Oregon Ducks' Spring Game Saturday, April 27. 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. — Oregon wide receiver Jeremiah McClellan carries the ball during warmups ahead of the Oregon Ducks’ Spring Game Saturday, April 27. 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.

Starter: Jeremiah McClellan
Backup: Malik Benson
Other Names to Know: Justius Lowe/Jurrion Dickey

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: Flipped McClellan and Benson

Analysis: Our first major change — I am putting Jeremiah McClellan into the starting role over Malik Benson. While it isn't based on anything I've personally seen, I have been hearing some really good things about the redshirt freshman and think he could play a big role in the offense this year.

Wide Receiver (Slot)

Dakorien Moore — Top-ranked recruits flocked to Eugene for the 2024 Oregon Ducks Saturday Night Live (Photo courtesy of Zachary Neel)

Starter: Dakorien Moore
Backup: Gary Bryant Jr.
Other Names to Know: Justius Lowe

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: None

Analysis: Again, no change in the depth chart order, but a strengthened resolve in the belief that true freshman Dakorien Moore will be the starter. We've heard enough, and seen clips of videos from the university, at this point, to feel confident in his ability to be a game-changer from the start.

Tight End

Starter: Kenyon Sadiq
Backup: Jamari Johnson
Other Names to Know: A.J. Pugliano (or transfer to be named)

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: Removed Roger Saleapaga

Analysis: The top of this depth chart remains intact, but I have removed Roger Saleapaga from the "names to know" section, as it appears that he will likely not be fully healthy by the time the season rolls around. Because of this, I think Oregon likely finds another transfer portal addition in the TE room to add to the depth chart.

Left Tackle

Nevada's Marcus Bellon (18) and Isaiah World celebrate a touchdown while taking on Eastern Washington during their football game at Mackay Stadium in Reno on Sept. 21, 2024. — Nevada’s Marcus Bellon (18) and Isaiah World celebrate a touchdown while taking on Eastern Washington during their football game at Mackay Stadium in Reno on Sept. 21, 2024.

Starter: Isaiah World
Backup: Kawika Rogers
Other Names to Know: Fox Crader/Ziyarre Addison

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: Flipped Rogers and Crader

Analysis: I think that Isaiah World will undoubtedly be the starter at LT, but I'm uncertain what things will look like behind him. Kawika Rogers has the most experience, but redshirt freshman Fox Crader and true freshman Ziyarre Addison bring a lot of talent to the table. For now, I flipped Rogers and Crader, but this could all change in the future.

Left Guard

Starter: Emmanuel Pregnon
Backup: Dave Iuli
Other Names to Know: Iapani Laloulu

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: Moved Dave Iuli to backup.

Analysis: Much like the LT spot, Emmanuel Pregnon should be the starter at LG, but behind him things are muddled. With Dave Iul moving down in the RG depth chart — more on that soon — I moved him up on the LG hierarchy. I also think that starting center Iapani Laloulu could slot in here as well if needed.

Center

Oregon offensive lineman Iapani Laloulu snaps the ball to Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel during warm ups as the Oregon State Beavers host the Oregon Ducks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Ore.

Starter: Iapani Laloulu
Backup: Charlie Pickard
Other Names to Know: Bryce Boulton

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: None

Analysis: apani Laloulu took over as the starting center as a true sophomore in 2024, so there is no reason to believe that he won't once again be the guy in 2025. Behind him, we will likely see Charlie Pickard, who acted as the starting center when Laloulu moved around to guard in the wake of an injury early in 2024.

Right Guard

Starter: Matthew Bedford
Backup: Dave Iuli
Other Names to Know: Lipe Moala

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: Flipped Bedford and Iuli at the top

Analysis: The biggest reason for not having Bedford as the starter before spring ball started was questions about his health after missing the 2024 season. He appears to be 100%, though, and ready for the season, which was enough for me to move him up into the starting spot, ahead of Iuli.

Right Tackle

Players celebrate a touchdown by Oregon offensive lineman Gernorris Wilson as the Oregon Ducks host the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 in Eugene, Ore.

Starter:Alex Harkey
Backup: Gernorris Wilson
Other Names to Know: Kawika Rogers/Trent Ferguson

Change From Pre-Spring Prediction: Flipped Harkey and Wilson

Analysis: I think this will be a tough competition for the starting RT spot between Wilson and Harkey, but after hearing OL coach A'lique Terry talk about Harkey over the weekend, it was enough for me to flip my prediction. I have a feeling I might switch this back and forth a couple more times before the season starts, though.

Contact/Follow @Ducks_Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinion s.

This article originally appeared on Ducks Wire: Oregon football offensive depth chart prediction midway through spring

Mobilize your Website

View Site in Mobile | Classic

Share by: