Dan Lanning raises Oregon's profile for college football playoffs

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Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Dan Lanning raises Oregon's profile for college football playoffs
Summary

Dan Lanning has guided the Oregon Ducks into the College Football Playoff for two consecutive seasons. With strong continuity and talent, expectations are high for Oregon as they compete in the Big Ten. Meanwhile, USC's Lincoln Riley aims to elevate the Trojans to match Oregon's standard, especially after Lanning's playoff success and strong record of 48-8 overall. Analysts believe Lanning's consistent performance is setting a challenging benchmark for Riley to meet this season. The urgency for USC is clear as they pursue a path in the college football that has thus far eluded them.

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  • Oregon Ducks in College Football Playoff for two straight years
  • Dan Lanning holds a 48-8 record as head coach
  • Lincoln Riley seeks to elevate USC's competitive status
  • Analysts debate Lanning's position among top college coaches
  • 2026 could be a pivotal year for Oregon's playoff chances
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  • 12:34 PMYahoo SportsDan Lanning sets the standard Lincoln Riley needs to match at USC
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Dan Lanning has positioned the Oregon Ducks where they need to be in the college football world. Playoff wins are what Lincoln Riley lacks

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