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Oregon’s rise under Dan Lanning hasn’t just been about offense and defense—it’s also been about details. Few teams in the country emphasize special teams like the Ducks, and in the Big Ten gauntlet, those 25 snaps a game can decide championships.

That’s where Joe Lorig’s approach stands out. He’s built a system that’s not just about schemes, but about fundamentals repeated with precision until they separate his unit from everyone else.

Video: Specialty Circuit Explained

The Specialty Circuit: Why It Works

Every single day, Lorig’s players go through a five-minute “specialty circuit”—a menu of daily skills designed to translate directly to game tape. Nothing is wasted. If a drill doesn’t show up on film during the season, it’s gone. That discipline ensures every rep matters.

The circuit groups players (returners, fullbacks/tight ends, and all-skill daily fundamentals) and rotates them constantly, creating maximum efficiency. The result? Consistent habits, measurable improvement, and a culture where every player understands their role in flipping the game with one play.

Here’s why this matters: special teams might only make up 17% of snaps, but that slice of the game is often the difference between winning and losing. Lorig’s structure shows how to turn limited practice time into a weapon.

Oregon Outlook 2025

The Ducks enter their first Big Ten season with Playoff aspirations, powered by a dominant defense, a strong offensive line, and the promise of Dante Moore at quarterback. If the offense steadies and the defense continues to smother, Oregon has the balance to crash the national picture. Special teams discipline only adds to their margin.

-Coach Grabowski & the CoachesClinic Team

Other Clinics from the Oregon Staff:

Hands & Target in Pass Pro - A`lique Terry

Working with each other vs. Against each other - A`lique Terry

Simulated Pressures: Schemes, Planning and Technique - Dan Lanning

Reliefs, RPOs, and Attackers - Will Stein

3 & 4-Man Spacing Concepts - Will Stein

A Pressure Plan - Brian Michalowski

Thoughts From a First Time College DC - Dante Bartee

Rethinking Defense: From Structure to Communication - Dante Bartee

Split Field Man Match Quarters Defense - Dante Bartee

Cover 3 (1 High Zone) Match Principles vs. 3x1 Formations - Dante Bartee

Cover 3 (1 High Zone) Match Principles vs. 2x2 Formations - Dante Bartee