The Oregon Ducks may have the most talented team in the Big Ten entering 2026.
While the conference has typically been dominated by the likes of Ohio State, Penn State, and Michigan, Oregon has tied the Buckeyes with the most players on the first team Big Ten offense and defense, according to The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman.
Oregon Ducks Shine on Preseason All-Conference Teams
The five Ducks that made the cut are tight end Jamari Johnson, center Iapani “Poncho” Laloulu, defensive tackle A’Mauri Washington, cornerback Brandon Finney, and safety Koi Perich. Meanwhile, the five Ohio State players on the first team are quarterback Julian Sayin, running back Bo Jackson, wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, linebacker Payton Pierce, and safety Jaylen McClain.
Other Oregon players were represented on the second team like quarterback Dante Moore, defensive linemen Matayo Uiagalelei, Teitum Tuioti, and Bear Alexander. The Ducks that made the third team include running back Jordon Davison, wide receivers Evan Stewart and Dakorien Moore, and offensive lineman Dave Iuli…