Overview
- Multiple outlets reported on Aug. 12 that Jordon Davison aggravated a prior collarbone in fall camp and is expected to miss roughly six to eight weeks, but Oregon has not officially confirmed the timeline.
- Davison led the Ducks in touchdowns in 2025 with 15 scores and 667 rushing yards, making him the team’s primary short-yardage and red-zone finisher last season.
- Dierre Hill Jr. is the most likely to take on a larger workload early in the season, with Simeon Price, Da’Jaun Riggs, Tradarian Ball and Brandon Smith listed behind him on the depth chart.
- The timing matters because Oregon opens with nonconference games against Boise State and Oklahoma State in September and visits USC on Sept. 26, so Davison’s availability for that stretch could be limited.
- Coaches will monitor Davison’s rehab closely and set an internal plan for backfield reps and goal-line packages while fans wait for an official team update and a clearer return date.