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One Oregon Duck named to ESPN preseason All-American team
ESPN released it's annual preseason college football All-American team on Monday, compiled with first- and second-teams.
Just one Oregon Ducks player was included on the list: running back Makai Hughes, who joins the program after two seasons with the Tulane Green Wave. He was named a second-team running back alongside Penn State Nittany Lions' Kaytron Allen.
Penn State's Nicholas Singleton and Notre Dame Fighting Irish's Jeremiyah Love occupy the first-team spots at the running back position.
It's a nice honor for Hughes, who figures to be Oregon's top back in 2025 after compiling 2,779 rushing yard and 22 rush touchdowns in two seasons at Tulane. He's also a factor in the pass game, catching 30 passes for 243 yards and a pair of scores with the Green Wave.
Cases could've been made for several other Ducks to be on the list: EDGE Matayo Uiagalelei, linebacker Bryce Boettcher and safety Dillon Thieneman. There could also be a conversation about wide receiver Dakorien Moore, who's considered to be one of the top true freshman in the country.
However, none made the list, with Hughes being the lone Duck on ESPN's list.
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