# Oregon Ducks’ collapse continues, as loss to Illinois puts Dan Lanning on the hot seat in Eugene

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/oregon-ducks-collapse-continues-as-loss-to-illinois-puts-dan-lanning-on-the-hot-seat-in-eugene/
- Published: 2026-10-26T21:48:20+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-26T22:35:49+00:00
- Original publisher: Fox News (publisher lean: Far right)
- Original article: https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/oregon-ducks-collapse-continues-loss-illinois-puts-dan-lanning-hot-seat-eugene
- Topics: Elections, Football, Politics, Sport, World

## Key points

- Oregon lost to Illinois despite entering as a 10.5-point favourite.
- The Ducks have fallen out of the latest AP Poll.
- A tough run of games is fuelling questions about Lanning’s job.

## Summary

Oregon’s season has unravelled after a loss to Illinois, intensifying questions about head coach Dan Lanning’s future. The Ducks began 2026 with national title hopes, but poor performances and mounting setbacks have left them without a vote in the latest AP Poll.

Oregon, a 10.5-point favourite at Illinois, scored a touchdown on its opening drive and managed only three more points across the next 55 minutes. The article cites a seven-turnover loss to UCLA, injuries and receiver conduct problems, while noting the Ducks still have games against ranked Northwestern, Ohio State, Michigan and Washington. Lanning has led multiple College Football Playoff appearances, including two tournament wins last season, but expectations are high given Oregon’s costly roster and strong incoming recruiting class.

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