Oregon Duck fans have been waiting patiently for several weeks now, and it looks like they will have to continue to wait for the ultimate decision from quarterback Bo Nix.
On Friday after Oregon’s Holiday Bowl practice — the first time media members have had an opportunity to speak to Nix since the Oregon State game in November — the Ducks’ QB stated that he is still undecided on whether or not he will return for another year in Eugene or head off to the NFL. Nix will still play in the Holiday Bowl with the Ducks on December 28, but beyond that, his future at Oregon is unclear.
Nix, who has played four collegiate seasons, has one more year of eligibility thanks to the COVID season in 2020. In three years with Auburn Tigers, Nix threw for over 7,200 yards and 39 touchdowns with 16 interceptions. He also added over 3,300 yards and 27 touchdowns with 6 INT in his one season with the Ducks.
There have been a lot of questions about whether or not Nix will return for his final year of eligibility or not, and a lot of factors that will likely go into his decision. After finding such success in Eugene following his transfer, many believe that he will take advantage of his boost in draft stock and declare for the NFL Draft. With that option, plus the departure of former offensive coordinator Kenny Dillingham, the person who brought Nix to Eugene in the first place, it’s entirely possible that No. 10 will only play one season with the Ducks.
However, the other factors hold a lot of weight. as well. After an incredibly hot start to the season, Nix saw his name floated in the Heisman Trophy conversation, and the Ducks were on the doorsteps of a College Football Playoff appearance. In the end, an ankle injury suffered against the Washington Huskies derailed the end of Oregon’s season and may have left a sour taste in Nix’s mouth.
Might he think that with another healthy year in Eugene, this time with OC Will Stein, they could reach the heights that we believed were possible in 2022?
It’s a very real option and one that Nix might choose to ultimately exercise in the end. However, it appears that we won’t know what he decides for at least a little while longer.
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