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Marcus Mariota to Be Inducted Into Oregon Athletics Hall of Fame This Weekend

His return highlights Oregon's use of program legends as mentors who also strengthen recruiting.

Overview

  • The University of Oregon will honor its only Heisman Trophy winner in Eugene as part of the 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame class this weekend.
  • Oregon quarterback Dante Moore praised Mariota as "for sure a GOAT" and said the veteran has been offering guidance to the Ducks' QB room.
  • Head coach Dan Lanning said alumni like Mariota help drive recruiting and emphasized the program’s desire to keep him closely involved.
  • Mariota is expected to appear on ESPN’s College GameDay on Saturday as a guest picker before Oregon’s matchup with USC.
  • The Washington Commanders have relied on Mariota as a steady option this season, with 1,065 passing yards, seven touchdowns and five interceptions while Jayden Daniels recovers.