Notable NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky made an appearance on the show Next Round Live and shared his thoughts about Lanning's current standing in college football and an encounter that led him to believe Lanning was going to be the next coaching superstar.

Dan Lanning has rapidly elevated the Oregon Ducks, transforming them into one of college football’s elite programs in just a few seasons. With Oregon making a

EUGENE — Dan Lanning understands that, in a long college football season, you have to mix it up. It is the driving force behind the Oregon football coach’s oft-viral motivational speeches, including the one against Michigan that evoked Russell Crowe’s character in “Gladiator” and created a memorable moment for his players on the field.

Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning Gives Injury Updates for Jordan James, Jordan Burch before Oregon's game vs. the Wisconsin Badgers. The Ducks also focused on limiting penalties this week, after committing a season-high 12 penalties for 95 yards.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is seen as a Dan Campbell-like NFL coaching candidate after leading the Ducks to the No. 1 spot in two College Football Playoff Rankings.

The Oregon Ducks are rolling right now, but it sounds like the program might have an issue to address this offseason.

The No. 1 Oregon Ducks are led by coach Dan Lanning, who is adamant that the "grass is damn green in Eugene." However, coach Lanning's name has been buzzing in the NFL, according to a report from ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

The Oregon Ducks are amid a historic season as the end of November draws closer. Along with being on the cusp of a College Football Playoff berth and Big Ten championship, they can finish unbeaten for the first time since 1916.