New Delhi, Nov. 22 -- Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning put an end to any coaching carousel speculation on Saturday morning, declaring his unwavering loyalty to the program live on ESPN's College GameDay ahead of a massive showdown with USC.

Standing in front of a roaring Autzen Stadium crowd, Lanning didn't hold back when Pat McAfee asked why his name hasn't surfaced in the latest round of high-profile job openings.

"Because the grass is damn green, Pat," Lanning said, beaming. "I ain't going anywhere. I love this place. You gotta be able to appreciate what you have. And I appreciate what I have here so much. This will be my spot forever. And grateful for that."

Since taking over in 2022, the 39-year-old Dan Lanning has transformed ...