June 7, 2025

Oregon Ducks Receiver Evan Stewart Faces Serious Injury

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Evan Stewart, a standout wide receiver for the Oregon Ducks, may have suffered a torn patellar tendon during practice, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming season. The anticipated recovery time could see him miss the entire 2025 season, which would significantly impact the Ducks’ offensive strategy as they look to defend their impressive record. The team must now rely on returning players and new talent to fill the void left by Stewart’s potential absence as they prepare for the season ahead.

Oregon Ducks Receiver Evan Stewart Faces Potentially Season-Ending Knee Injury Ahead of 2025 Season

Oregon City, OR – Evan Stewart, star wide receiver for the Oregon Ducks, is believed to have torn his patellar tendon in his knee during practice this week, raising significant concerns about his participation in the upcoming 2025 season. Ongoing evaluations are being conducted to assess the injury further.

The recovery timeline for a torn patellar tendon varies, typically spanning from 3 to 12 months depending on the severity of the injury. This means that Stewart’s absence could extend not only throughout the 2025 season but potentially into the next year, which would have a profound impact on the Ducks’ offense.

Heading into the 2025 season, Stewart was poised to be one of the Ducks’ top offensive threats and a standout prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. His impressive collegiate journey includes a transfer from Texas A&M, where he made a name for himself as a five-star recruit in the 2022 recruiting class. Throughout 18 games at Texas A&M, he gathered 91 catches for a total of 1,163 yards and secured six touchdowns. In his inaugural season with Oregon in 2024, Stewart recorded 48 receptions for 613 yards and achieved a career-high of five touchdowns.

Despite his notable performance since joining Oregon, Stewart missed the Rose Bowl matchup against Ohio State due to a lower back injury he sustained in practice. His performance at Texas A&M included a standout freshman year in 2022, when he achieved 649 yards and two touchdowns, solidifying his position as a promising talent in college football.

With Stewart’s injury, the Oregon Ducks’ receiving corps will lean heavily on returning players including Gary Bryant Jr. and Justius Lowe. Additionally, they will look to newly acquired talent, such as transfer Malik Benson and five-star freshman Dakorien Moore, to fill the void left by Stewart’s absence. The Ducks concluded the 2024 season with a remarkable perfect record of 12-0, winning the Big Ten Championship and securing the No. 1 seed for the College Football Playoff, making Stewart’s potential absence even more impactful as he was expected to be the primary target for quarterback Dante Moore this upcoming season.

Prior to his injury, Stewart’s talents did not go unnoticed, as he was ranked No. 73 in On3’s list of Top 100 players for the 2025 season. His projected role as a key offensive player was anticipated to be critical for the Ducks as they seek to maintain their winning momentum from last season.

The Oregon Ducks have built a strong recruiting profile in recent years and are equipped with a group of promising young wide receivers prepared to embrace their opportunities due to Stewart’s injury. As the team prepares for the 2025 season, they will need to adjust their game plan and rely on their depth in receiving talent to navigate through the challenges posed by this situation.

As the evaluations regarding Stewart’s injury continue, supporters and team members alike remain hopeful for any positive updates and are anticipating how the Ducks will adapt in the face of this setback.

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