Oregon will have a new leading rusher in 2025. Ducks running back Jordan James declared for the NFL draft on Monday. James rushed for 1,267 rushing yards with 15 touchdowns and had 209 receiving yards this season.

The Oregon Ducks are losing one of their best offensive players this offseason, with running back Jordan James officially announcing on Monday morning that he would be declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft.

Oregon Ducks starting running back Jordan James is injured and out for the game vs. the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl, according to the ESPN broadcast. T

The Oregon Ducks are expected to land a transfer from Tulane RB Makhi Hughes to replace Jordan James after his NFL Draft declaration.

Oregon is losing star defensive tackle Derrick Harmon and wide receiver Tez Johnson as both declared for the 2025 NFL draft on Monday.