In a heartfelt message to Oregon Duck fans, Will Stein bids farewell as he wraps up his time with the team following a disappointing loss in the College Football Playoff. As of January 10, 2026, it’s a bittersweet moment for both Stein and supporters alike, especially after Oregon's season ended rather unexpectedly with a 56-22 defeat against Indiana in Atlanta.
While Stein's stint as the Ducks' offensive coordinator didn’t culminate in a national championship—an elusive title for the program—his contributions were significant. Transitioning from UT-San Antonio, Stein made a remarkable impact by guiding two quarterbacks, Bo Nix and Dillon Gabriel, to Heisman finalist status. He also transformed the wide receiver corps into one of the most formidable units across the nation.
The future looks bright for quarterback Dante Moore, who Stein helped develop into a top NFL prospect. If Moore decides to enter the NFL draft, he is likely to be among the first quarterbacks selected. Alternatively, should he choose to stay in Eugene, he would immediately become a frontrunner for the Heisman Trophy and one of college football’s standout players next season.
In his farewell address, Stein took a moment to express gratitude to everyone who played a role in his journey with the Ducks. Over his three years in Eugene, Stein’s offense was recognized as one of the most dynamic in the nation. In 2023, the Ducks ranked second in both scoring and total offense. The following year, they maintained strong performance, finishing eighth, and in their last season under Stein’s guidance, they placed ninth in scoring with an impressive average of 38 points per game and 13th in total offense, gaining 465 yards on average.
Stein assumed the offensive coordinator position after Kenny Dillingham departed for Arizona State following the 2022 season. In a noteworthy move, head coach Dan Lanning opted for an internal promotion, appointing Drew Mehringer to take over the offensive coordinator role in 2026.
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