Tag Archives | Chip Kelly

Shall We Move On Now?

LeGarrette Blount talk will persist for the entire season. We’ll all make sure of that. However, for the Oregon Ducks, it’ll be their ability to put it behind them that may define the 2009 campaign. Saturday, Purdue comes to town for the second of a two-game series. The Boilermakers, much like the Ducks against Boise, [...]

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What Do You Do With LeGarrette Blount?

I’m struggling to figure out what to do with LeGarrette Blount. Following the game, I immediately began seeking fan reactions and my overwhelming feeling is that his worst moment as a Duck will be his last. From message boards to radio call-ins to text messages, it all feels like the end of LeGarrette Blount. John [...]

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Ladies and Gentleman…We Have a Punter

I dug deep for the most optimistic headline possible. That’s the best I could do. Congratulations Jackson Rice, you are good. Now, for the rest of the story. Sports will humble you fast. It’s a constant roller coaster and there are moments like Boise State, 2009. You can doubt what you saw a year ago, [...]

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I'm Going to Regret This, But…

I can’t help it. I’ve been trying to keep it to myself, but I know others are thinking it, too. Well, I think they are. Hell, I just have to say it. Chip Kelly is going to be an Oregon legend. The 2000s have essentially been Oregon’s teenage years.  Amazing highs, head-slapping lows and enough [...]

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FOTB Says "Don't Taze Me, Bro!"

FOTB Says "Don't Taze Me, Bro!"

With such a long absence, it’s not always easy to get back at it, but fortunately, the FOTB  found inspiration in Chip Kelly and his new position, the TZR (Tazer). In honor of Kelly’s creativity, FOTB unveils her ideas for some innovative positions of her own. Chip, if you’re reading, royalties can be paid via [...]

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For a Day, It's "On" The Pond…Practice Notes From Eugene

I had a chance to spend a day at Oregon’s practice on Thursday while in town visiting for the week. It’s nice to again be surrounded by so much green and yellow. It’s easy to forget what that’s like. Keep in mind that my observations below are not that of a journalist spending day after [...]

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2nd Annual Pac-10 Coach’s Awards

Welcome Pac-10 newcomers Steve Sarkisian and Chip Kelly. You are the new representatives at this award ceremony for 2009. We hope you are honored to have such a prestigious award in your name. The Dennis Erickson Award for “What, I’m Still in the Same Place? Why?” …And the Winner Is: Taylor Mays, USC Safety. It’s [...]

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