new Oregon quarterback Dylan Gabriel says school was perfect spot for sixth year of college football as Dylan Gabriel gears up for his sixth season of college football he finds himself stepping onto the field with a new team the Oregon Ducks after stints at the University of Central Florida and the University of Oklahoma Gabriel who threw for over 3,000 yards in both 2022 and 2023 at Oklahoma has transitioned from the Big 12 to the Big 10 previously known as the Pack 12 his move to or comes with high expectations as he aims to leverage his additional year of eligibility for a championship run in a recent interview Gabriel expressed excitement about the new chapter highlighting his journey through various conferences and environments as a crucial part of his growth I think college is very special it's a pivotal time to prepare for the NFL Gabriel said Oregon was the perfect spot for me to make the most of this opportunity despite challenges during Camp Gabriel views them as valuable experiences uncomfortable situations create growth he noted I'm learning a lot from new coaches and a new offense which I see as a positive the Ducks will kick off their big 10 campaign and Gabriel's era against Idaho at 7:30 p.m. eastern time on Saturday