Every season, there’s always one freshman who stands out and makes headlines. This year, that would be Dierre Hill Jr. for Oregon. The young player from Centralia, Illinois, knocked the door wide open in the crowded backfield of the Ducks. Nobody thought Hill would be the star of the show this early on when the Ducks signed the No.3 recruiting class of 2025. But here he is, leading Oregon in running yards after three games, displaying the pace that makes spectators scream for him and defenders gasp for air.

Hill’s 66-yard touchdown run was a statement in Oregon’s stunning 34–13 victory over Northwestern. The talented player ran a 100-meter sprint in 11.04 seconds as a junior, clocking at a scorching 21.5 mph. Dan Lanning, the head coach, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “It was excitin

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