Dan Lanning's impact on the Oregon Ducks is carrying over to players primed for NFL success, and the school's new record proves it
What Dan Lanning is building at Oregon is special. There's no denying it. The team has been on a constant upward trajectory since he took over, had one of the best recruiting hauls in the country in the 2025 recruiting class, and is currently off to a blazing start on next year's recruiting class as […]
What Dan Lanning is building at Oregon is special. There's no denying it. The team has been on a constant upward trajectory since he took over, had one of the best recruiting hauls in the country in the 2025 recruiting class, and is currently off to a blazing start on next year's recruiting class as well.
What he's building is also leading to the school sending more players than ever to the NFL. This year, Oregon is sending a record 12 players to the NFL Scouting Combine, proving that the program is cranking out players that are ready to make the leap to the next level.
Here are the 12 players that are heading to Indianapolis for the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in a couple weeks.
Dillon Gabriel, quarterback
Quarterbacks are always going to draw the most eyes, because the league is constantly searching for franchise quarterbacks to step in and lead. Dillon Gabriel is coming off a Heisman Trophy-finalist season, playing his best ball against top competition. He had a great week down in Mobile for the Senior Bowl, and will be a fascinating name to watch in the draft.
Jordan James, running back
After Bucky Irving left to have a breakout rookie season in the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it was Jordan James that stepped into the lead back role. He did so comfortably, proving to be a grinder of a running back capable of running physically while also showing the motor to keep the engine of the offense running.
Traeshon Holden, wide receiver
Traeshon Holden had an up-and-down tenure at Oregon, but there's no denying the length and speed that he has a vertical threat. It was typically Holden on the opposite end of Gabriel's deepest throws on the season. He will try to carve out an NFL role as a big-play outside threat.
Tez Johnson, wide receiver
I don't think any wide receiver was talked about more during Senior Bowl week than Tez Johnson, who constantly won his 1-on-1 battles with a dangerous combination of quickness and technique in generating separation. He profiles to be an electric slot receiver in the NFL and is squarely in the conversation for a Day 2 pick.
Terrance Ferguson, tight end
Terrance Ferguson is another player that shined during the Senior Bowl, showing plenty of toughness and soft hands for a tight end. Ferguson is a great combination of size and athleticism, and will have a chance to really help himself with a good showing at the Combine.
Josh Conerly Jr., offensive lineman
Josh Conerly Jr. is firmly in the round one conversation for the 2025 NFL Draft, with multiple analysts saying he should be viewed as one of the top offensive tackles in this class. His size and footwork is impressive.
Ajani Cornelius, offensive lineman
The other bookend to Josh Conerly Jr. is Ajani Cornelius, who is trying to do everything he can to bump up his draft stock. He's a bit raw and gets out over his skis, but he's a physical offensive lineman.
Jordan Burch, edge
None of the Ducks in attendance will have the opportunity to pop during the Combine like Jordan Burch, a freakish athlete with insane lateral agility for being a nearly-300 lbs pass rusher. This is Burch's golden opportunity to shine before the 2025 NFL Draft.
Jamaree Caldwell, defensive lineman
Jamaree Caldwell had a great Senior Bowl week, and as a true nose tackle, he's a run-stuffer that can take on double-teams while also having plenty of traits in his hands and in his agility.
Derrick Harmon, defensive lineman
Derrick Harmon has the ability to get drafted on night one as an incredibly disruptive defensive lineman that profiles more as a three technique. His pass rush win rate of 15.85% is an insanely high number for an interior defensive lineman. There's plenty of buzz around Harmon.
Jeffrey Bassa, linebacker
The linebacker that wore the green dot at Oregon, Jeffrey Bassa is a vocal leader with a background as a safety. His strength and ability to identify what happens in front of him are big positives, and his intangible, vocal leadership style will be much-appreciated by NFL teams.
Jabbar Muhammad, cornerback
Jabbar Muhammad is a bit small for an NFL cornerback, but he's tenacious and sticky in coverage with great ball skills. His athletic testing could help his stock and have him ready to be a Day 2 draft pick.
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