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Tez Johnson sets career high to win Ducks Wire Player of the Game vs. Penn State

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson is the Ducks Wire Player of the Game in the Big Ten Chamionship

After joining the Big Ten a little more than four months ago, the Oregon Ducks are Big Ten Champions. Their undefeated season continued on Saturday with a 45-37 win over the No. 3 Penn State Nittany Lions — one of the best teams in the Big Ten over the last 15 years.

For all four quarters, the game was an offensive battle, and for the Ducks, quarterback Dillon Gabriel and wide receiver Tez Johnson were instrumental in Oregon’s win. Johnson’s 11 receptions for 181 yards and a touchdown make him the Ducks Wire Player of the Game. His 181 yards are a career-high

“It was just like a normal Tuesday practice for me,” Johnson said to CBS sideline reporter Jenny Dell on the field after the game.

Of his 11 catches, Johnson’s most crucial came off of a skinny post route midway through the third quarter. After escaping the pocket, Dillon Gabriel threw to a wide-open Tez Johnson, who took the ball 48 yards for a score. After a bad end to the second half, that TD swung all of the momentum back towards Oregon, propelling them to a Big Ten Championship.

That play was spectacular, but all 10 of Johnson’s catches were impactful. With sure hands and lighting quick feet, Johnson is nearly impossible to stop once he has the ball.

Johnson missed almost three full games at the end of Oregon’s season with a shoulder injury, ending what could’ve been a Biletnikoff Award-winning season. In 10 regular season games plus the Big Ten Championship, Johnson averaged 7 catches, 78.7 yards, and 0.91 TDs per game.

The Oregon Ducks will now have several weeks to prepare for their next matchup — their first College Football Playoff game in 10 years. The first round of the playoff will take place on Dec. 20th and 21st, and the second round — when Oregon will play their first game — will take place over New Year’s.

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Oregon Ducks receiver Tez Johnson announces return on social media

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson announced on his Instagram story that he would be returning from his injury during Oregon’s bye week.

The Oregon Ducks have been without one of their best players in wide receiver Tez Johnson since early November due to injury, but the star pass-catcher took to social media on Tuesday morning to apparently announce his return.

“He’sssssssssss!! Backkkkkkkkkkkk!!” Johnson wrote over a picture on his Instagram story. 

Johnson has not played since November 2 during the game vs. the Michigan Wolverines at The Big House in Ann Arbor. On the second play of the game, he went down after catching a pass and landed hard on his right shoulder, causing him to miss the rest of the game while sporting a sling.

There was speculation that it was either a collarbone or shoulder injury, with early fears being that it could cause him to miss the remainder of the season. However, head coach Dan Lanning informed the media that Johnson was expected to return at some point.

Ducks Wire initially reported that Johnson was expected back by the Conference Championship Game in early December at the earliest. However, the message from Johnson comes during Oregon’s bye week, which means he may be able to get back on the field as early as Week 14 against the Washington Huskies. 

That would be a massive development for the Ducks, who have looked a touch off on offense without No. 15 on the field.

We will talk to Lanning on Wednesday during his only media availability of the bye week, so we will find out more details then.

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Wisconsin vs No. 1 Oregon injury report: Ducks without two star players vs. Badgers

All the latest updates and news on Wisconsin’s injury report ahead of a Week 12 game vs. Oregon

The Wisconsin Badgers (5-4, 3-3 Big Ten) and No. 1 Oregon Ducks (10-0, 7-0 Big Ten) are close to 90 minutes away from kickoff at Camp Randall Stadium.

Wisconsin enters as a sizable underdog, looking to pull its first upset over an AP No. 1 overall team since it defeated then-No. 1 Ohio State back in 2010.

Oregon is the consensus No. 1 team in the country with a flawless record and strong resume. It has won each of its last four games by at least 21 points, including a 39-18 win over Maryland in Week 11.

In advance of the opening coin toss, each team released its final injury status report. There are several notable updates, including Oregon missing two of its top players:

Wisconsin injury report

OUT: RB Chez Mellusi (for season), QB Tyler Van Dyke (for season), WR Joseph Griffin (for season), S Kamo’i Latu, OL Evan Brown, OL Leyton Nelson, TE Rob Booker, DL James Thompson Jr.

QUESTIONABLE: LB Jaheim Thomas, WR Tyrell Henry, DT Curt Neal

Oregon injury report

OUT: EDGE Jordan Burch, DB Jahlil Florence, DB Khamari Terrell, WR Tez Johnson, WR Kyler Kasper, OL Marcus Harper, OL Matthew Bedford, DL My’keil Gardner

QUESTIONABLE: None

Wisconsin WR Bryson Green injury update

Badgers veteran receiver Bryson Green appears poised for his first game action since suffering a lower-body injury in Wisconsin’s Oct. 5 win over Purdue.

Oregon WR Tez Johnson injury update

Tez Johnson went down with a shoulder injury during Oregon’s win over Michigan a few weeks ago. The injury is not considered season-ending, but he isn’t ready for Saturday’s contest.

Oregon edge Jordan Burch injury update

Oregon star defensive end Jordan Burch injured his ankle in the Ducks’ win over Maryland and will miss the Wisconsin matchup.

Wisconsin WR Tyrell Henry injury update

Wisconsin WR and kick returner Tyrell Henry is questionable for the Oregon game after missing several weeks due to injury. S Hunter Wohler has handled punt return duties in his absence.

Wisconsin and Oregon will kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET, 6:30 p.m. CT on NBC and streaming on Peacock.

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Oregon injury update for Week 12 game vs Wisconsin

The full Oregon injury update for the Week 12 game at the Wisconsin Badgers.

Considering it’s Week 12 of the college football season, Oregon’s injury report is very manageable and it shouldn’t affect the outcome of the game against Wisconsin one way or another.

Gary Bryant, Jr. and Dave Iuli are finally completely off the report, which is great news, but they’ve been replaced with Jordan Burch and Jordan James. But it looks like those two will be available to play on Saturday for the Ducks. They appear on the report because they’re a little banged up.

There’s also some encouraging news on Tez Johnson as well. It seems as if he’s healing quicker than most.

Here’s the complete report.

Oregon injury report

  • Tez Johnson — Shoulder — Out
  • Marcus Harper — Knee — Questionable
  • Matthew Bedford — Knee — Out
  • Jordan Burch — Ankle — Questionable
  • Jordan James — Unspecified — Questionable
  • Jahlil Florence — Leg — Out
  • Kyler Kasper — Leg — Out
  • Jack Ressler — Unspecified — Out
  • Fox Crader — Unspecified — Out
  • My’Keil Gardner — Foot — Doubtful
  • Dakoda Fields — Knee — Out

Tez Johnson injury update

Johnson was injured during the Michigan game on the first drive and he missed the majority of that game as well as the contest with Maryland. But the sling that he was wearing came off and although he’s out vs. Wisconsin, Oregon does have a bye week next. That would give Johnson almost four weeks to heal and it’s becoming more promising that he’ll be available on Senior Day against the Huskies Nov. 30.

Marcus Harper II injury update

Offensive lineman Marcus Harper II went down in the second half of the Michigan game holding his knee. He walked off the field, but he wasn’t able to return. Harper missed the Maryland contest, but it looks as if the minor tweak to his knee has mostly healed and he should be available on Saturday in Wisconsin injury update

Jordan James injury update

James just had seven carries for 29 yards, but he score an early touchdown. While his unspecified injury doesn’t seem to be serious, he’s still listed as questionable. Should James miss this week, the Ducks will go to Noah Whittington and Jaden Limar and not miss a beat.

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Broncos scouts are zeroing in on these college football teams

Broncos scouts have been paying close attention to Oregon and Washington games this fall. Here are the prospects to know from those schools.

Going into this weekend’s slate of college football games, the Denver Broncos have spent more time scouting the Oregon Ducks and Arizona Wildcats than any other college football programs.

That’s according to NFL draft pundit John Vogel, who reported last week that Denver scouts have attended three Oregon games and three Wildcats games this fall. Broncos general manager George Paton also attended the Washington Huskies game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in September.

The most notable prospect among the four colleges mentioned is Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan, the top receiver in the 2025 class. The Wildcats’ offense also features offensive lineman Jonah Savaiinaea.

Oregon has a host of prospects who could interest Denver’s staff, including receivers Tez Johnson and Evan Stewart, offensive tackles Josh Conerly and Ajani Cornelius, defensive linemen Derrick Harmon and Jordan Burch, and running back Jordan James.

Washington’s prospects of note include running back Jonah Coleman, safety Kamren Fabiculanan and receiver Giles Jackson. Meanwhile, the Rutgers’ offense features offensive tackle Hollin Pierce and running back Kyle Monangai.

With Broncos scouts and executives checking in on those programs, the above players will be worth monitoring this fall. The 2025 NFl draft will be held in Green Bay from April 24-26. Denver holds seven picks.

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Oregon injury updates for Week 11 game vs. Maryland

All the latest updates and news on Oregon’s injury report ahead of a Week 11 game vs. Maryland. 

For the most part, the Oregon Ducks football team has done a good job avoiding major injuries to major personnel. It’s one of the reasons the Ducks are 9-0 and ranked No. 1 in all the polls.

Then the Michigan game happened.

Everyone associated with the Ducks football team let out a gasp when receiver Tez Johnson came up holding his shoulder after a tackle. He missed the majority of that game and it was feared Johnson would be out for the remainder of the season.

Luckily for Oregon, according to coach Dan Lanning, the injuries to Johnson and offensive lineman Marcus Harper II, weren’t as serious as once feared and those two will return this season.

That time, at least for Johnson, will not be this week as the Ducks prepare to play a 4-4 Maryland squad.

Oregon injury report

  • Tez Johnson — Shoulder — Out
  • Marcus Harper — Knee — Out 
  • Matthew Bedford — Knee — Out
  • Jahlil Florence — Leg — Out
  • Dave Iuli — Foot — Questionable 
  • Gary Bryant Jr. — Unspecified — Probable
  • Kyler Kasper — Leg — Out
  • Jack Ressler — Unspecified — Out
  • Fox Crader — Unspecified — Out
  • My’Keil Gardner — Foot — Doubtful
  • Dakoda Fields — Knee — Out

Tez Johnson injury update

Johnson went out of the Michigan game on the first possession when he was tackled and landed on by a Wolverine defender. He came out immediately holding his shoulder, and he went into the locker room. When he came back, Johnson was in street clothes. After fearing the worst, Lanning said Johnson will be back this season.

Marcus Harper II injury update

Offensive lineman Marcus Harper II went down in the second half of the Michigan game holding his knee. He walked off the field, but he wasn’t able to return. Like Johnson, it was feared Harper would miss the rest of the season, but Lanning put those fears to rest by saying Harper would return.

Gary Bryant, Jr. injury update

After missing most of the season, it looks like Oregon will see the return of Gary Bryant, Jr. Lanning said Bryant is ready to help out on the field, which is good news, especially with Johnson missing time. One extra receiver that is available can go a long ways at this point of the season.

Oregon Ducks star receiver could return for Week 12 game at Wisconsin

Oregon Ducks star receiver could return for Week 12 game at Wisconsin

The No. 1-ranked Oregon Ducks may have one of their star receivers available when they visit the Wisconsin Badgers in Week 12.

That is Tez Johnson, who went down with a shoulder injury in the team’s Week 10 win over Michigan. ESPN’s Pete Thamel is reporting that the injury ‘is not considered season-ending, and [Johnson is] expected back later this year.’

Related: Major takeaways from Wisconsin Badgers’ worst loss to Iowa since 1968

Johnson leads the Ducks in every receiving category through nine games with 64 receptions, 649 receiving yards and eight touchdowns.

Oregon is in action in Week 11 — a home contest against a struggling Maryland team. The Ducks will then travel to Madison, Wisconsin for the primetime Week 12 contest.

According to Thamel, Johnson ‘is expected back at some point in the upcoming weeks,’ which could mean Nov. 16 vs. Wisconsin.

The Badgers are idle in Week 11 before hosting Oregon. They project to be sizable underdogs to the top team in the country, especially after a blowout loss to rival Iowa.

Johnson’s availability will be a significant storyline to watch as the matchup approaches, as will Oregon’s performance against Maryland with him likely on the sideline.

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Dan Lanning dives into Tez Johnson, Marcus Harper injuries

Oregon coach Dan Lanning says both Tez Johnson and Marcus Harper II are expected to return this season.

The Oregon Ducks football team has done a good job at avoiding major injuries this season, but during the Michigan game, it looked as though their luck had run out.

Wide receiver Tez Johnson and offensive lineman Marcus Harper II both went down with what looked like season-ending ailments. But according to Oregon coach Dan Lanning in his weekly press conference, he expressed some optimism concerning both players.

“Tez will be down, certainly right now in the near future,” Lanning said. “But I do anticipate us getting Tez back here soon. Same with Marcus. I think neither one of those injuries are as bad as maybe they appeared on the field. I think we’ll have those guys back. I don’t know when that looks like right now, but we’ll do what we always do, take care of the players and what’s in the best interest of them. Both of those guys are fighting to get back as soon as we can have them.”

That’s welcome news for the Ducks. Johnson suffered what looked like either a shoulder or collarbone injury early in the game as a Michigan defender fell on him awkwardly. As for Harper, he suffered a left knee injury and needed help off the field.

Thankfully for Oregon, depth is not a problem at either position and the Ducks could withstand an ailment or two at those spots. With Johnson out, Traeshon Holden stepped up and had a monster game with six catches and 149 yards.

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Oregon Ducks receive positive injury update for WR Tez Johnson

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Oregon Duck fans didn’t get a chance to enjoy their big win in The Big House over the Michigan Wolverines this past weekend. Worries about wide receiver Tez Johnson and the injury that knocked him out of the game loomed large.

There was speculation Johnson was dealing with either a shoulder injury or a collarbone injury. Either had a chance to end his season and career with the Ducks.

However, on Monday afternoon, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported Johnson is expected to return this season and could be back in a few weeks.

I can confirm the team is hoping Johnson will be able to return as early as the Big Ten Conference championship game should the Ducks earn the trip to Indianapolis. That game takes place on Dec. 7.

It is an aggressive timeline for recovery, but one Johnson has marked on the calendar. If Johnson is unable to return for the conference championship game, there is optimism that he should be back by the College Football Playoffs — again, should Oregon get there.

This is great news for Duck fans who were worried their WR1 was gone for the rest of the season. So far this year, Johnson is leading the team with 64 catches for 649 yards and 8 touchdowns.

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Oregon’s Tez Johnson posts concerning update following Week 10 injury

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson posted a concerning injury update to his Instagram page on Sunday morning that has fans worried.

Despite Oregon’s big win in The Big House over the Michigan Wolverines on Saturday afternoon, Duck fans were concerned with only one thing after the 38-17 victory: the status of star wide receiver Tez Johnson.

Since the Ducks’ WR1 went to the locker room with an apparent shoulder injury on the first drive of the game and returned in street clothes with a sling on his right arm, there have been worries Johnson could miss extensive time.

While the CBS broadcast speculated the injury could be a broken collarbone or a separated shoulder, it seems likely Johnson will miss time, potentially even into the postseason.

That idea was supported on Sunday morning when Johnson took to social media and posted a concerning update to his Instagram story. The wordless post contained a picture of him on the ground with a broken-heart emoji, so it’s hard to imagine that means good news.

After the game, head coach Dan Lanning was unable to provide any updates, so we will not know anything more until Monday night when he has his weekly press conference. Even then, it’s unlikely we will know for sure how long Johnson will be out.

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If you care to look on the bright side for the Ducks, this is a position where they can likely sustain an injury and still have significant production. With Evan Stewart, Traeshon Holden and Justius Lowe proving productive this year, Oregon’s passing game should remain strong with quarterback Dillon Gabriel playing at a Heisman level.

On top of that, the Ducks’ remaining regular-season schedule — Maryland, at Wisconsin, and Washington — doesn’t present any major challenges. After that, though, a likely Big Ten championship game and potential College Football Playoff run would be tougher without Johnson on the field.

We wait to learn more about the injury diagnosis, and the recovery timeline in the next 48 hours.

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