Cover 3 College Football Cover 3 Convos: Dan Lanning on Chasing Greatness, Dante Moore & Building a Powerhouse I Big Ten Media Days Interview
Jul 26, 2025
Dan Lanning, head coach of the Oregon Ducks, shares insights at Big Ten Media Days, delving into the excitement of joining a new league and his team's dynamics. He discusses the evolving quarterback role and the importance of relationships for player development. Lanning also advocates for restructuring college football’s calendar to improve recruitment and player well-being. As Oregon’s brand grows nationally, he expresses pride in former players transitioning to the NFL and the collective confidence shaping the upcoming season.
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Son's Stop Motion Films
- Dan Lanning shared how his son Niles meticulously creates stop motion videos with great patience and creativity.
- He values his kids chasing their unique passions, supporting their growth beyond football.
Relationship as Winning Foundation
- Building strong relationships with players and securing their buy-in is key to high-level execution and success.
- Doubling down on process and improving it relentlessly leads to sustained achievement.
Advocating Season End Earlier
- End the college football season earlier to allow January for recruiting and reduce conflicts with school start dates.
- Start the season earlier, use bye weeks smartly, and possibly remove some championship games for a better schedule.