# Inside LB Battle Heating Up | Oregon Ducks Football News

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Podcast: [Oregon Ducks Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oregon-ducks-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7469239)
Published: 2026-07-17T07:03:55+00:00
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Oregon’s inside linebacker depth is heating up this season, with a mix of seasoned veterans and unproven recruits vying for that crucial third spot. Coaches are betting big on their recruiting class, drawing from a history of successful position switches — players like Jeffery Basa, Jamal Hill, and even walk-on Bryce Boetcher have thrived after moving to linebacker. Front-runners Gavin Nix, Brayden Platt, and Dylan Williams each bring unique strengths: Platt flashed in the spring game, Williams has NFL-level smarts and athleticism if he stays healthy, and Nix, despite being undersized, showed playoff grit. With fierce competition and high stakes, the battle for that third spot promises to be one of the season’s most compelling storylines. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/74941e3e49ea5eb0

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