Lanning gives updates on 2 injured receivers, thoughts on Oklahoma State

Oregon football coach Dan Lanning provided updates on two injured receivers ahead of the Ducks' game against Oklahoma State. Freshman wideout Jalen Lott, a five-star prospect, is down with a minor hand surgery, while UAB transfer Iverson Hooks tweaked his hamstring during practice and is expected to be available for the Sept. 12 game.

Lanning also discussed the Ducks' struggles against the Broncos, emphasizing the need to win critical fourth downs and situational moments. He defended cornerback Carl Williams IV, who gave up Oregon's first touchdown of the season, attributing the mistake to poor coverage rather than Williams' fault. Additionally, Lanning talked about the rebuilt Oklahoma State roster, which will feature 91 new players under new head coach Eric Morris, and the challenges the Ducks will face with a 9 a.m. kickoff and a forecast of triple-digit temperatures.