Oregon
Oregon’s Jadon Canady among top 10 highest-graded CBs in 2025
When the Oregon Ducks added Ole Miss and Northwestern transfer cornerbacks Jadon Canady and Theran Johnson, respectively, they were each seen as potential starters but likely depth pieces for a cornerback room sporting several four- and five-star prospects.
And while Johnson provided an impact, settling into a rotational role, Canady proved to be one of the most integral pieces of defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi’s unit. The former Rebels’ versatility was a major weapon for Lupoi, as he was deployed out wide at times and, most effectively, as the Ducks’ nickel corner.
The 5-foot-11, 185-pound senior more than held his own despite limited size, using his physicality and impressive leaping ability to register 39 tackles and two interceptions. He also broke up six passes and forced a fumble, making his presence felt in all facets of the defense.
While true freshman cornerback Brandon Finney Jr. and standout safety Dillon Thieneman received much of the shine in the Oregon secondary, Canady stuck out in his own right. According to PFF College, Canady had an 85.3 grade across the 2025 season, good for tenth best in the country among cornerbacks.
With Canady having exhausted his eligibility and departing for the 2026 NFL Draft, the nickel cornerback spot is arguably one of the biggest holes that head coach Dan Lanning and new defensive coordinator Chris Hampton will have to fill before next fall.
The bar that Canady set is high for the next player that takes that role in the Ducks’ defense.
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Dire wolves had their first playdate
The three dire wolves created using fossil DNA had their first official hang just months before their first birthday.
The Oregon State Police and Wildlife Division is seeking the public’s help after a collared wolf from eastern Oregon’s Desolation Pack was found dead in Grant County earlier this month.
The male wolf was discovered the morning of May 18 near Desolation Meadow on public land next to U.S. Forest Service Road 10, about 3.25 miles northwest of Olive Lake, police said in a release.
Investigators said the wolf appeared to have died from a gunshot wound.
A preliminary investigation found the wolf was likely shot sometime between the late evening hours of May 14 and the early morning of May 15. Investigators believe the wolf may have been shot from the roadway.
The investigation involves the Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
OSP said rewards are available for information tied to illegal wolf killings. That includes up to $600 through the Oregon Hunters Association and between $10,000 to $11,500 through the Oregon Wildlife Coalition, depending on where the killing occurred.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the “Turn In Poachers” hotline at 1-800-452-7888 or dial OSP (677) from a mobile phone. People can also email TIP@osp.oregon.gov.
Anonymous tips are allowed. Investigators asked callers to reference case number SP26-160166.
Ginnie Sandoval is the Oregon Connect reporter for the Statesman Journal. Sandoval is a lifelong Oregonian who covers trending news, entertainment, food and outdoors. She can be reached at GSandoval@statesmanjournal.com or on X at @GinnieSandoval.
The Oregon Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 21, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 4 numbers from May 21 drawing
1PM: 5-3-1-9
4PM: 8-6-0-0
7PM: 0-3-6-2
10PM: 3-7-2-4
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
When are the Oregon Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 7:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 7:59 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 4: 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. daily.
- Win for Life: 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Megabucks: 7:29 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Oregon editor. You can send feedback using this form.
A small Oregon farm town is transforming into a major tech hub with numerous A.I. data centers.
Hillsboro, Oregon, a former farm town, is experiencing a significant A.I. data center boom, becoming a major tech hub. Residents are concerned about rising electricity costs and noise, leading to backlash. State lawmakers are now pausing tax breaks and investigating the data centers’ impact on the community.
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