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Oregon's Koa Ka'ai Highlights Decision-Making for Quarterbacks

4/8/2026

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Koa Ka'ai, Oregon quarterbacks coach, emphasizes conviction in decision-making using a simple ice cream flavor question.
He says a quarterback's cognitive abilities are crucial because players must perform under pressure.
Since returning to the University of Oregon in 2022, Ka'ai has coached various offensive roles and worked closely with offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer and quarterback Dante Moore, with veteran Jay Johnson also joining the staff.

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Koa Ka'ai, Oregon quarterbacks coach, emphasizes conviction in decision-making using a simple ice cream flavor question.
He says a quarterback's cognitive abilities are crucial because players must perform under pressure.
Since returning to the University of Oregon in 2022, Ka'ai has coached various offensive roles and worked closely with offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer and quarterback Dante Moore, with veteran Jay Johnson also joining the staff.