Everything Dan Lanning said during Week 1 press conference
Oregon Duck football coach Dan Lanning met with the media for the season's first weekly press conference before the game with Boise State.
Dan Lanning, Oregon Ducks head coach, addressed the media during his first press conference of the 2026 college football season. The Ducks are set to host Boise State at Autzen Stadium on September 5th in the first matchup between a Pac-12 team and a Boise State inaugural Pac-12 member. Lanning expressed excitement about facing a highly respected opponent, highlighting Boise State's well-coached identity program.
The Ducks hold a 24.5-point advantage over Boise State. The senior-led Oregon roster aims for the program's first national championship, with Lanning emphasizing the importance of fans showing up to support the team. Lanning addressed the team's experience with Boise State, noting that some players were part of the previous tight game in 2024.
He explained that the players are familiar with the intense competition and are eager to play a different team. Lanning also touched on Boise State's identity as an aggressive, physical team with a strong run game and exceptional defense. The coach emphasized that the Ducks must be at their best to compete against such a capable opponent.
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