Oregon Receivers Coach Ross Douglas Praises Jeremiah McClellan's Offseason Growth

McClellan looks to play a key role in the Ducks' high-powered offense as they aim for a national championship.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:03pm by

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Oregon wide receiver Jeremiah McClellan is poised for a breakout season after an impressive offseason, according to Ducks receivers coach Ross Douglas. McClellan, who led the team in receiving yards last year, has made strides in becoming a more physical and dependable player. Along with the return of other top receivers like Dakorien Moore and Evan Stewart, the Oregon offense is primed for success as they pursue their first national title.

Why it matters

McClellan's development is crucial for an Oregon offense that has its sights set on a national championship. As one of the Ducks' top receiving threats, his ability to make big plays in critical situations will be key to the team's success. The return of other injured receivers like Moore and Stewart also boosts Oregon's offensive firepower as they look to build on last season's College Football Playoff appearance.

The details

Oregon wide receivers coach Ross Douglas praised McClellan's progress, noting that he has become more "violent" and "dependable" as a player. McClellan led the Ducks in receiving yards last season with 557 and caught three touchdowns. Along with McClellan, Oregon will also welcome back receivers Dakorien Moore and Evan Stewart, who both missed significant time due to injuries in 2025. Moore recorded 34 receptions for 497 yards and three touchdowns, while Stewart had 48 catches for 613 yards and five scores in 2024 before his season-ending knee injury.

  • McClellan finished the 2025 season with 38 receptions for 557 yards and three touchdowns.
  • Stewart tore his patellar tendon in his right knee during a practice last June, causing him to miss the entire 2025 season.
  • Moore missed key games in November for the Ducks with a knee injury, but still recorded 34 receptions for 497 yards and three touchdowns.
  • Oregon reached the College Football Playoff semifinals in 2025 before falling to eventual national champion Indiana, 56-22.

The players

Jeremiah McClellan

A wide receiver for the Oregon Ducks who led the team in receiving yards last season with 557 and caught three touchdowns.

Ross Douglas

The wide receivers coach for the Oregon Ducks who has praised McClellan's offseason progress and development.

Dakorien Moore

An Oregon wide receiver who missed key games in November 2025 with a knee injury, but still recorded 34 receptions for 497 yards and three touchdowns.

Evan Stewart

An Oregon wide receiver who tore his patellar tendon in his right knee during a practice last June, causing him to miss the entire 2025 season.

Dante Moore

The star quarterback for the Oregon Ducks who is returning for the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“I think his progress has been great. Even just I came in last spring, and you know, we went through spring ball, and I challenged him to do a couple of things. I challenged him to be more violent as a football player. I challenged him to be more dependable in critical situations. And I think you saw that all year.”

— Ross Douglas, Oregon Wide Receivers Coach

“I mean, just all the big plays he made for us on third and fourth down, two-minute drives, you know, contested catches. So now we just got to take it to the next level. Now it's just the competitive stamina, like doing it all the time, regardless of circumstances, situations. So just really improving on that.”

— Ross Douglas, Oregon Wide Receivers Coach

What’s next

With several key offensive players returning, including star quarterback Dante Moore, the Oregon Ducks are poised to make a run at their first national championship in program history.

The takeaway

McClellan's offseason progress, combined with the return of other top receivers like Moore and Stewart, has the Oregon offense primed for a big season as the Ducks chase their first national title. If McClellan can continue to develop into a more physical and dependable playmaker, the Ducks' passing attack could be one of the most dangerous in college football.