Dan Lanning highlights Evan Stewart as Oregon's breakout candidate for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
During an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show amid Big Ten Media Days, Oregon head coach Dan Lanning praised wide receiver Evan Stewart as a significant breakout candidate for the 2026 season. Stewart, who missed the entire 2025 season due to a torn patellar tendon, has shown maturity and improvement during the offseason. Lanning expressed excitement for what Stewart can contribute this year, emphasizing his readiness after being sidelined. With quarterback Dante Moore set to lead the offense, Oregon anticipates Stewart's return will provide much-needed impact as the Ducks pursue a national championship.
- •Stewart missed the entire 2025 season due to injury.
- •Lanning described Stewart's offseason as impressive and mature.
- •Oregon aims for a national championship with key returning players.
- •Dante Moore enters as a premier quarterback for the Ducks.
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Lanning Names Oregon's Biggest Breakout Candidate for 2026
"Lanning went on the Pat McAfee Show in the midst of Big Ten Media Days and made sure fans knew what to look out for.
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