ector Rob Mullens. Asked if he believed his job was safe, Helfrich said he doesnt make that determination.Nobodys job is safe in college football, he said. Th

EUGENE, Ore. --?Oregon?athletic officials are preparing for a coaching search even though they have not yet fired Mark Helfrich, USA Today Sports has reported.As of 1 a.m. ET Sunday, a decision on Helfrichs future with the program had not been reached, a source told ESPNs Brett McMurphy. Helfrich is scheduled to hold his end-of-season news conference on Sunday afternoon, with the team banquet to follow.After Oregon lost to rival Oregon State 34-24 earlier Saturday to complete their regular season at 4-8, Helfrich told reporters he intended to head out on the recruiting trail Sunday. The defeat capped the Ducks worst season since a 3-8 finish in 1991.Helfrich said after the game there were no plans to speak with athletic director Rob Mullens. Asked if he believed his job was safe, Helfrich said he doesnt make that determination.Nobodys job is safe in college football, he said. Thats the nature of the beast. Im very proud of how our staff handled this year and how our players handled this year, but thats for someone else to decide.Speculation surrounding Helfrichs job security has been swirling over the past month, but Mullens has not yet come out to voice complete support for Helfrich.Asked to evaluate his coaching performance this season, Helfrich said, We didnt win enough games. Thats blunt. ... We have to own that part of it.Helfrich is 37-16 in his four years as head coach, but half of those losses came this season. He is only two years removed from a national title game appearance and a Heisman win by former Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota, but the 4-8 season came on the heels of two major changes he made in hiring offensive coordinator Matt Lubick and defensive coordinator Brady Hoke after demoting his previous defensive coordinator, Don Pellum.Off-the-field issues have continued to mount for Oregon. Helfrich recently dismissed defensive lineman Austin Maloata after a DUI arrest. Oregon had previously given indefinite suspensions to defensive linemen Eddie Heard and Torrodney Prevot. Last week, wide receiver Darren Carrington was involved in an off-field incident in which he was accused of assaulting a former student after the Ducks win over Arizona State.Through the speculation, Oregon players have voiced support for Helfrich.After Saturdays loss, offensive lineman Cam Hunt said, I think Helfrich is the guy.Defensive back Tyree Robinson added, Its not all on Helfrich. We respect Helfrich. At the end of the day, were going to play for him. But its more than just that -- its players. Its not just the coach. Wholesale New Balance Ireland Shoes . Perhaps Carroll was so prepared for a break because he believes there is very little the Seattle Seahawks need heading into the off-season. "I dont see anything that we need to add. We just have to get better," Carroll said. New Balance Shoes Ireland Clearance . 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New Balance Shoes Ireland Online . -- Ken Appleby made 32 saves for his first shutout of the season to lead the Oshawa Generals to a 2-0 win over the Belleville Bulls on Wednesday in Ontario Hockey League action.European Ryder Cup captain Darren Clarke has no doubt that Rory McIlory will conquer his Augusta demons and claim a career Grand Slam. The Northern Irishman followed Saturdays disappointing 77 with a one-under-par final round at the Masters, leaving him well adrift as Danny Willett emerged victorious in a dramatic finale.Having claimed US Open, The Open and two US PGA titles in the last five years, McIlroy is just one short of a full house and admitted he needs to overcome a mental hurdle to finally conquer Augusta National. Compatriot Clarke is confident that success will come sooner rather than later. Danny Willett attempted to describe how he felt after winning the 2016 Masters Speaking at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, Clarke told Sky Sports News HQ: I have no qualms about Rory. He is probably the most talented golfer in the world. Hes so good its only a matter of time before he wins aat Augusta.ddddddddddddHe didnt play his best at the weekend over there but you know he wants to win too much and too badly. Im sure hes going to get back to winning ways very very soon. Augusta is set up perfectly for him and I have no doubt he is going to win there at some stage.The picture is looking rosy for European Ryder Cup backers at this stage with seven European players finishing in the top 10 at the Masters, but Clarke says there is still plenty of time for others to stake their claims for a place in his 12-man team. Captain Paul McGinley celebrates Ryder Cup success at Gleneagles in 2014 He said: Any time you seen seven European in the top 10 at a major that is going to be good news, especially in Ryder Cup year. It was wonderful to see - I just hope they are all in the same form when it come to September at Hazeltine!There is a long way to go yet before qualification ends. Im sure the team make up will change between now and then. My stats people say there are four people that are 100 per cent certain to be there but there is still long way to go and a lot can change. Even as a captain, Im excited like everyone else to see who is going to make the team and who is going to miss out.The 2016 Ryder Cup is being held at Hazeltine in the United States and takes place from September 30 to October 2. You will be able to follow every shot with us on Sky Sports TV and on the Sky Sports website and apps. 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