The Oregon Ducks' special teams took a step forward last season, as kicker Atticus Sappington provided stability at a position that the Ducks were missing in previous years. Punt returner Malik Benson made his mark against USC with a punt return for a touchdown, and punter James Ferguson-Reynolds was among the best in the country. But going into the 2026 season, there will be turnover at most special teams positions. Oregon Native Set to Take Over Kicking Responsibilities Oregon head coach Dan Lanning watches a play against Michigan during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Ducks kicker Gage Hurych looks set to take over as the No. 1 kicker for the Ducks in 2026. Hurych saw a bit of game time during the 2025 season, going 16-for-16 on extra points. Hurych missed his only field goal attempt last season at Rutgers. Hurych will likely battle for the No.…