Early in the season, the Oregon Ducks‘ depth was one of the biggest headlines as they rolled through inferior opponents. Even against the Penn State Nittany Lions (who, at this point, also appear to be far inferior) the Ducks‘ young talent stood out, as true freshman running backs Dierre Hill Jr. and Jordon Davison contributed in major ways.
Though Davison led the team in rushing yards and fellow true freshman defensive back Brandon Finney recorded a pick-six, Oregon’s depth was not something that stood out in Week 7 as they lost, 30-20, to the Indiana Hoosiers at home. The offense was unable to generate much of anything in the second half while the defense allowed the Hoosiers to march down the field to score a game-leading touchdown in the fourth quarter.
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Around the country, however, there are a number of former Duck players and commits playing for different programs. Let’s check out how they fared in Week 7, with several producing standout performances.
WR Dallas Wilson
Oct 4, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Dallas Wilson (6) makes a catch against the Texas Longhorns during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
Dallas Wilson caught three passes for 20 yards and a touchdown in Florida’s 34-17 loss to Texas A&M.
RB Byron Cardwell Jr.
Oct 3, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs running back Byron Cardwell Jr. (21) runs the ball during the second half against the Colorado State Rams at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
Byron Cardwell Jr. carried the ball nine times for 41 yards and caught a pass in San Diego State’s 44-10 win over Nevada.
DB Cole Martin
Aug 30, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive back Cole Martin (21) is brought down by Utah Utes cornerback Jason Stokes Jr. (13) during the second half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Cole Martin totaled six tackles (three solo), one tackle for loss and carried the ball one time for 20 yards in UCLA’s 38-13 victory over Michigan State.
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DB Collin Gill
Oregon running back Jayden Limar, left, and defensive back Collin Gill work out with the Ducks during practice Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, in Eugene, Ore.
Collin Gill amassed seven total tackles, three of which solo, in Charlotte’s 24-7 loss to Army.
DB Rodrick Pleasant
Dec 30, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Rodrick Pleasant (16) poses during Rose Bowl media day at Sheraton Grand LA. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Rodrick Pleasant finished with two total tackles and two passes defensed in UCLA’s Week 7 win.
DB Jalil Tucker
Oregon State’s Jalil Tucker, right, prevents Mark Hamper from the catching the pass during an NCAA football game against California at Reser Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Corvallis, Ore.
Jalil Tucker contributed two tackles (one solo) in Oregon State’s 39-14 loss to Wake Forest.
DL Anthony Jones
Mar 22, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; The UCLA Bruins mascot cheers during the first half of the game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the UCLA Bruins in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
Anthony Jones had three total tackles in UCLA’s second straight win.
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This article originally appeared on Ducks Wire: How former Oregon Ducks performed in Week 7 of the 2025 season
