Oregon Ducks react to Will Stein's Kentucky departure on social media

News came down on Monday afternoon that had been expected for quite some time in Eugene.

Oregon Ducks offensive coordinator Will Stein is moving on from Eugene and beginning his head coaching career. It's the Kentucky Wildcats who are hiring Stein after parting ways with long-time head coach Mark Stoops less than 24 hours ago. Stein, a Kentucky-native, was among the top candidates for the job, and the two sides moved quickly in getting a deal done.

During his three years with the Ducks, Stein has developed a reputation as a bit of a quarterback whisperer, sending both Bo Nix and Dillon Gabriel to New York as Heisman Trophy finalists. While the finalists have not yet been announced for 2025, there is a chance that Dante Moore gets the invite as well, though he may be on the outside looking in when it comes to serious contenders.

While it's a bummer to see Stein leave Oregon, many fans were happy that he gets this opportunity to take over his own team. Here's how fans reacted on social media on Monday afternoon:

The Geoff Schwartz Approval

Hot Board Season

End on a High Note!

Take Notes

What Could Go Wrong?

Paolo is In

This is the Formula

Can You Imagine

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