Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Talks Playoffs, Texas Tech, and Football Rhythm

Game Details

• Date: January 1st
• Time: 9 a. m. PT
• Location: Miami Gardens, Florida

Coach Dan Lanning's Insights

On Playoff Schedule

• Frequent Games: Lanning believes playing frequently improves rhythm and performance.
• Current Format: Suggests games should be played weekly without long breaks.
• Byes for Higher Seeds: Supports byes for higher-seeded teams but criticizes long waits between games.

On Team Performance

• This Year vs. Last Year: The quick succession of games this year has helped maintain focus.
• Game Plan: Emphasizes playing their own game and executing well against Texas Tech's strong offense and defense.

Challenges and Preparation

• Early Kickoff: Acknowledges the difficulty of a 9 a. m. kickoff but believes the team is ready.
• Big Ten Praise: Commends the Big Ten conference and expresses confidence in his team's ability to compete.

Injuries and Depth

• Injury Management: Confident in the team's depth and adaptability.
• Coordinators: Praises coordinators for their hard work despite new roles.

Team Message

• Focus: Simple message to the team: play their game and execute.

Offensive Line

• Performance: Proud of the offensive line's unity and performance.

Reflection on Last Year's Loss

• Against Ohio State: Attributes the loss to Ohio State's better plan and rhythm.

Playoff Travel

• Home Games: Believes higher-seeded teams should have home playoff games.
• Next Steps: Ready for travel; if they win, they will return to Oregon before heading to the Peach Bowl.