Who were Oregon's most surprising players in 2023?

During the leadup to the 2023 season, it was no secret that the Oregon Ducks were going to be heavily dependent on their star players. The Ducks needed big seasons out of Bo Nix, Brandon Dorlus, Troy Franklin, and a handful of other veterans. They got exactly that and produced one of the greatest regular seasons in program history as a result. But Oregon's run to the Fiesta Bowl has also been heavily bolstered by a large group of unsung heroes who weren't necessarily expected to play key roles when the season began. Here are five players who emerged as pleasant surprises for the Ducks in 2023.