While we continue on through the college football offseason and prepare for what’s to come this fall, the NFL ranks have been providing quite a bit of content. From the 2025 NFL draft and free agency to rookie minicamps earlier this month, content has been churning out from the professional ranks.
Now, with OTAs coming up in the next few weeks, we will be hearing more from our favorite pro-Oregon Ducks as they prepare for the 2025 season. Earlier this week, ESPN’s Mike Clay put out his projections for every offense and defense in the NFL, putting numbers to names and forecasting what’s to come.
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According to Clay, it could be a fun season ahead for the dozens of Ducks in the league, with breakouts and career years projected. Whether it’s as a rookie or as an experienced veteran, Oregon fans should enjoy what’s to come. Here’s how he sees the most notable Ducks performing in the upcoming season.
QB Bo Nix
Aug 18, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) and quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) before the preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Projected 2025 Stats: 3,510 yards, 24 TD, 11 INT, 3 rush TD
Stats in 2024: 3,775 yards, 29 TD, 12 INT, 4 rush TD
QB Justin Herbert
Jan 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) passes the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Texans in an AFC wild card game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 3,741 yards, 22 TD, 9 INT
Stats in 2024: 3,870 yards, 23 TD, 3 INT, 2 rush TD
QB Marcus Mariota
Aug 10, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (0) passes during the first quarter against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
Projected 2025 Stats: 512 yards, 3 TD, 2 INT, 1 rush TD
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Stats in 2024: 364 yards, 4 TD, 0 INT, 1 rush TD
QB Dillon Gabriel
Cleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel (5) leads a huddle during NFL rookie minicamp at the Cleveland Browns training facility on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Berea, Ohio.
Projected 2025 Stats: 1,205 yards, 5 TD, 4 INT, 1 rush TD
Stats in 2024: None
RB Bucky Irving
CINCINNATI, OHIO – AUGUST 10: Running back Bucky Irving #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dives for a touchdown during the first quarter of the preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
Projected 2025 Stats: 224 rushes, 1,049 yards, 7 TD, 49 catches, 379 yards, 3 TD
Stats in 2024: 207 rushes, 1,122 yards, 8 TD, 47 catches, 392 yards
RB Jordan James
Oregon Ducks running back Jordan James carries the ball for a touchdown as the Oregon Ducks host the Idaho Vandals Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.
Projected 2025 Stats: 12 rushes, 51 yards, 2 catches, 15 yards
Stats in 2024: None
WR Troy Franklin
Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin (16) catches a touchdown pass against the Buffalo Bills during the first quarter in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 16 catches, 222 yards, 2 TD
Stats in 2024: 28 catches, 263 yards, 2 TD
TE Terrance Ferguson
Oregon Green Team offensive linebacker Teitum Tuioti breaks up a pass intended for White Team tight end Terrance Ferguson during the Oregon Ducks’ Spring Game Saturday, April 27. 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.
Projected 2025 Stats: 16 catches, 161 yards, 1 TD
Stats in 2024: None
DL Arik Armstead
Dec 22, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Arik Armstead (91) celebrates after sacking Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) during the first quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 30 tackles, 2.9 sacks
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Stats in 2024: 29 tackles, 2 sacks
DL DeForest Buckner
Sep 17, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) walks the field Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, before a game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports
Projected 2025 Stats: 79 tackles, 7 sacks
Stats in 2024: 61 tackles, 6.5 sacks
EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux
Sep 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 39 tackles, 6.6 sacks
Stats in 2024: 28 tackles, 5.5 sacks
DL Derrick Harmon
Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Derrick Harmon forces a fumble from Idaho Vandals quarterback Jack Layne as the Oregon Ducks host the Idaho Vandals Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.
Projected 2025 Stats: 33 tackles, 2.3 sacks
Stats in 2024: None
DL Jamaree Caldwell
Jan 28, 2025; Mobile, AL, USA; National team defensive lineman Jamaree Caldwell of Oregon (90) celebrates after a play during Senior Bowl practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 20 tackles, 1.3 sacks
Stats in 2024: None
LB Jeffrey Bassa
Photo Courtesy of Ethan Landa (Jeffrey Bassa)
Projected 2025 Stats: 6 tackles
Stats in 2024: None
LB Troy Dye
May 29, 2024; Costa Mesa, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Troy Dye at press conference during organized team activities at Hoag Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Projected 2025 Stats: 24 tackles, 0.9 sacks
Stats in 2024: 57 tackles, 1.5 sacks
CB Christian Gonzalez
Sep 15, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (0) reacts after a play against the Seattle Seahawks in the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 68 tackles, 1.8 INT
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Stats in 2024: 59 tackles, 2 INT
CB Deommodore Lenoir
Oct 15, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir (2) tackles Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (85) during the second quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
Projected 2025 Stats: 94 tackles, 1.7 INT
Stats in 2024: 85 tackles, 2 INT
S Evan Williams
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 06: Evan Williams #33 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates a turnover on downs after breaking up a pass by the Los Angeles Rams during the fourth quarter at SoFi Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Projected 2025 Stats: 40 tackles
Stats in 2024: 49 tackles, 1 INT
S Jevon Holland
Oct 27, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins safety Jevon Holland (8) enters the field before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Projected 2025 Stats: 83 tackles, 1.7 INT
Stats in 2024: 62 tackles, 1 sack, 0 INT
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