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inside >Season Preview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Opponent Breakdowns . . . . . . . . . 10Pac-12 Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Head Coach Chip Kelly. . . . . . . . . 28Assistant Coaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Roster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Cliff Harris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40LaMichael James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Darron Thomas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Returning Players. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Newcomers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Q&A with Jerry Allen . . . . . . . . . . 92Q&A with Mike Jorgensen . . . . . . 942010 in Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Bowl History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Ducks in the NFL . . . . . . . . . . . . 106Patrick Chung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Haloti Ngata . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Jonathan Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110President & Athletics Director. . . 112

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n unprecedented run of success for Oregon football the last two sea-

sons has fans clamoring for what’s in store in year three heading into

the fall.

After succeeding long-time coach Mike Bellotti, all the Chip Kelly era has

brought is a collective 22-4 record, two BCS bowl appearances and a spot in last

season’s national championship game. With the nation’s leading rusher high-

lighting 15 returning starters, the sky appears to be the limit as the Ducks begin

their first season in the new Pacific-12 Conference in 2011.

>� OFFENSE The most prolific offense in school history returns several key components

on a unit that led the nation in scoring (47 points/game) and total offense

(530.7 yards/game) while ranking fourth in rushing (286.2 yards/game).

The Pacific-10’s (now Pacific-12) top rushing attack five years running

returns a deep backfield that figures to once again be among the nation’s best.

Doak Walker Trophy winner and Heisman Trophy finalist LaMichael James

returns for his junior season after stymieing defenders for the past two seasons.

In that span, James has raised the bar for Oregon running backs by amassing

3,653 yards from scrimmage in his career. James led the nation with 1,731

yards rushing (144.3 per game) while scoring 24 total touchdowns. His domi-

nance on the field led to a slew of accolades that ended with him becoming

UO’s first unanimous All-American, its first Doak Walker Award winner and

its highest finisher (third) in the Heisman Trophy voting.

While James will once again be the focal point of the Ducks’ rushing attack,

he won’t be carrying the burden alone. Also returning to the mix is junior

Kenjon Barner, who rushed for 551 yards and averaged 6.1 yards per carry

while scoring nine total touchdowns (6 rushing, 2 receiving and 1 punt return).

He displayed his explosiveness in the season-opening win against New Mexico

when he put up 207 yards of total offense (147 rushing, 60 receiving) and five

touchdowns in the first half.

Past the top two rushers, the Ducks have Ayele Forde battling for carries at

the No. 3 spot on the depth chart. Oregon will also welcome freshmen Tra

Carson and De’Anthony Thomas to the roster when the team opens fall camp.

Widely considered a question mark entering the 2010 season, the Ducks

found long-term stability at quarterback when Darron Thomas took the start-

ing job and never relinquished it. Thomas, now a junior, earned second-team

All-Pac-10 honors after throwing for 2,881 yards and 30 touchdowns while

only throwing nine interceptions. He was one of the top dual-threat quarter-

backs in the country, accumulating 486 yards and five touchdowns on the

ground as well.

Backing up Thomas is redshirt freshman Bryan Bennett, who moved up to

second on the depth chart following Nate Costa’s season-ending injury last sea-

son. Bennett was a four-star recruit from Crespi High School in Encino, Calif.,

and was considered one of the top-15 prep quarterbacks in the country at the

time of his signing with the Ducks. He got extensive reps on the field during

Oregon’s spring game in April, throwing for 98 yards.

Sophomores Daryle Hawkins and Dustin Haines will again provide depth to

the position and each saw the field in 2010. The versatile Hawkins played three

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Ducks look to fly higher>2011 Season Preview


> Running back LAMICHAEL JAMES, Oregon’s first unanimous All-American, was selected first team by the AP, AFCA, FWAA, Sporting News, WCFF,

SI.com, ESPN.com and Scout.com. Last season, James led the NCAA in overall rushing yards with 1,731, which set a new Oregon single-season record.

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positions on offense and scored two touchdowns while Haines filled in as the

Ducks’ holder on place kicks following Costa’s injury. The enrollment of fresh-

man Marcus Mariota, a four-star recruit, will also strengthen UO’s depth under

center.

While Oregon will be challenged to replace its two leading receivers from a year

ago, the Ducks figure to have ample weaponry at wide receiver and tight end in the

fall. Senior David Paulson emerged as the latest in a long line of productive UO

tight ends in 2010, earning first-team all-conference honors from the league coach-

es and honorable mention All-America status from Sports Illustrated. Paulson led

UO with 17.4 yards per catch while hauling in four touchdown passes and

accounting for 418 yards through the air. He proved both his talent and durabili-

ty all season long, playing the second most snaps on the team.

Paulson will be spelled by senior Brandon Williams, his primary backup last

season. Williams caught two balls for 48 yards last season and is a former jun-

ior college All-American. Early enrollee Colt Lyerla may also factor into the mix

after putting together a strong spring performance with three catches for 37

yards in the spring game.

Flanking Paulson will be senior Lavasier Tuinei and sophomore Josh Huff,

who lead a receiving corps looking to replace the production of Jeff Maehl

(1,076 receiving yards, 12 touchdowns) and D.J. Davis (42 catches, three

touchdowns). Tuinei snared 36 receptions, the most among returners, for the

Ducks last season. After missing the final two games of the regular season due

to injury, Tuinei finished second among all receivers with 75 yards receiving in

the BCS national title game against Auburn. Huff’s emergence as a true fresh-

man gave the Ducks four lethal receiving options last season. He finished his

first collegiate season with 517 yards from scrimmage (303 yards receiving, 214

rushing) and scored five touchdowns.

Opportunity exists for a number of players to earn playing time at the other

receiver spots. Junior Justin Hoffman (three catches in 2010) is coming off a strong

spring camp and backup quarterback Daryl Hawkins also saw some time at receiv-

er last season. The Ducks also have four wide receivers who will join the team for

fall camp in Devon Blackmon, B.J. Kelley, Tacoi Sumler and Rahsaan Vaughn.

The offensive line will see some new names in the starting lineup in the fall, but

the heavy rotation of players the Ducks have employed over the years figures to

leave an experienced starting unit despite replacing three starters in the trenches.

Seniors Mark Asper (RT) and Darrion Weems (LT) along with junior

Carson York (LG) will again do the dirty work to open holes in the running

game and keep their quarterback upright. York earned first-team All-Pacific-10

honors from two publications (Scout.com and Phil Steele) while Weems and

Asper logged 18 starts between them a year ago.

An open competition is highlighting the other two starting spots on the line as

sophomore Karrington Armstrong and redshirt freshman Hroniss Grasu are vying

for the primary duties at center while senior Ramsen Golpashin and junior Nick

Cody battle for right guard. While Armstrong and Grasu are relatively inexperi-

enced in terms of game action (one combined game), Golpashin and Cody have

combined to play 37 games in their careers, including 22 last season.

>� DFFENSEWhile Oregon made headlines with its prolific fast-paced offense, the

Ducks’ defense put together a dominant season of its own. The Ducks ranked

second in the country in turnovers forced (37), seventh in tackles for loss (7.5

per game) and 12th in scoring defense (18.7 points/game) to provide a great

complement to the nation’s top offense. Oregon opened the year with two

shutouts in its first three games and held opponents to 20 points or fewer

seven times in 2010.

The UO defense got better as games wore on as well, often completely shutting

opponents down in the second half. The Ducks yielded 160 points in the first half

and trimmed that nearly in half to 83 in the final 30 minutes (fewer than seven

points per game). What was the secret of their success? Uncanny depth. More than

20 players saw significant playing time and those fresher bodies stole the advantage

down the stretch as the Ducks yielded only 27 fourth quarter points all year.

The challenge this year is not only replacing six starters on an underrated if

not occasionally dominant unit, it’s finding those extra bodies to continue the

trend of wearing down the opposition throughout the game.

A defensive line that produced 22.5 sacks last season will be replacing stalwart

starters Brandon Bair, Zac Clark and Kenny Rowe, who combined for 42 tackles

for loss and 14 sacks a year ago. Senior Terrell Turner returns as the units’ lone

starter at defensive end. Past Turner, more snaps could be in store from juniors

Dion Jordan (33 tackles, two sacks in 2010) and Brandon Hanna (18 tackles, 2.5

sacks), sophomores Taylor Hart (18 tackles, two sacks) and Ricky Heimuli (nine

tackles) and redshirt freshman Tony Washington among the returners. The unit

could also get a boost from junior Jared Ebert, a junior college transfer who made

four tackles during the spring game. Newcomers Koa Ka’ai and Sam Kamp will

join the squad in fall camp and could also factor into the mix.

The Ducks will also try to fill the shoes of linebackers Casey Matthews and

Spencer Paysinger, who finished first and third on the team in tackles, respec-

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> Junior CLIFF HARRIS earned second-team All-America status as a cornerback

according to the Associated Press and SI.com. He also set the UO single-season mark and

tied the career record with four punt returns for touchdowns.

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tively. Senior Josh Kaddu (6.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks) will be counted on to

stabilize a new starting trio. Sophomore Boseko Lokombo (36 tackles, three

fumble recoveries) will again factor into the defensive rotation while junior

Michael Clay could see starting time at weak side linebacker. In the middle,

junior Kiko Alonso and senior Dewitt Stuckey were locked in a battle for the

starting spot following spring ball. Alonso missed all of last season due to injury,

but played in 12 games during the 2009 season while Stuckey has stepped onto

the field for 19 games in his career.

Perhaps the greatest strength on the defensive side lies in the secondary,

where four experienced starters return to the mix. Coming off an electric

campaign on both special teams and defense, junior Cliff Harris (23 passes

defended, six interceptions) earned second-team All-America status for his

performance as a lockdown cornerback in 2010. While his dazzling kick

returns come to mind first, Harris showcased his abilities on defense in the

second game of the year when he returned an interception 76 yards for a

score to spur the Ducks’ second half route at Tennessee. He also made 33

tackles, 24 of which were solo stops.

Also back for more is junior John Boyett, who finished second on the team

with 78 tackles, 14 passes defended and five interceptions a year ago. That per-

formance earned him second-team All-America honors from SI.com. He is

joined in the backfield by Eddie Pleasant (65 tackles, two sacks) and Anthony

Gildon (18 tackles) to form the last line of the Ducks’ defense.

The experience doesn’t stop there as backup safeties Brian Jackson (16 tack-

les, one interception) and Avery Patterson (19 tackles, one interception) both

saw action in all 13 games last season. On the outside, redshirt freshmen Troy

Hill and Terrance Mitchell closed the spring as the primary backups to Harris

and Gildon at corner and Hill had a particularly impressive spring game with

four tackles, two pass breakups and a dazzling 40-yard kickoff return.

>� SPECIAL TEAMSSpecial teams can make or break teams in close games. Luckily for the Ducks,

they have all the elements back from last year’s explosive group that led the

nation with five punt return touchdowns and finished second in the country in

punt return average (16.98 yards).

Cliff Harris will once again double up as the nation’s most dangerous return-

er after being named a first-team All-American in that capacity in 2010. Harris

found the end zone four times on punt returns, including on two consecutive

returns in the season-opening rout of New Mexico. The Ducks even boast

depth there as Kenjon Barner has also proven adept in the return game and

scored on an 80-yard punt return of his own against Tennessee last fall. Those

two, along with Josh Huff (24.7 yard/kickoff return) will also be the primary

ball handlers on kickoffs.

Beyond the return game, the Ducks also have their starting punter and kick-

er from last season back in the fold. Junior Rob Beard converted 10 of his 13

field goal attempts and drilled all but one of his 64 extra point attempts. He also

rushed for a pair of two-point conversions and forced 11 touchbacks on kick-

offs. Past Beard, the Ducks also retain the services of Eric Solis, who made three

field goals and nine extra points in their season opener against New Mexico.

For the times that the offense does stall, junior Jackson Rice will again be

punting and creating favorable field position for the Ducks’ defense. Rice aver-

aged 42.3 yards per punt a year ago, placed 18 of his 40 punts inside the 20-

yard line and drilled eight punts 50 yards or further a year ago. Sophomore

Alejandro Maldonado will also be available should the need arise as he punted

three times while Rice was out of the lineup last season.

>� 2011 SCEHDULEThe 2011 season begins with a clash against perennial SEC power LSU in

Arlington, Texas on Sept. 3 and the Ducks also play non-conference home

games against Nevada (Sept. 10) and Missouri State (Sept. 17).

Oregon’s opens its first Pac-12 season on the road, facing Arizona in Tucson

on Sept. 24. After hosting league foes California (Oct. 6) and Arizona State

(Oct. 15), the Ducks play new conference foe Colorado in Boulder on Oct. 22

before closing October at home against Washington State (Oct. 29)

Trips to Washington (Nov. 5) and Stanford (Nov. 12) open the stretch run

for the Ducks, who will then return home to close the regular season out against

USC (Nov. 19) and rival Oregon State (Nov. 26).

The inaugural Pac-12 Championship Game will take place Dec. 2 and pits

the Pac-12 North and South Division champions against each other at the over-

all regular-season conference champion’s field.

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> Running back KENJON BARNER doubles as a key cog in the Ducks’up-tempo running game and on special teams. With his speed, Barneris a threat to go the distance anytime he touches the ball.

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LSU Tigers>Sept. 3 in Arlington, Texas (Cowboys Stadium)


9/4 at North Carolina W, 30-24

9/11 Vanderbilt W, 27-3

9/18 Mississippi St. W, 29-7

9/25 West Virginia W, 20-14

10/2 Tennessee W, 16-14

10/9 at Florida W, 33-29

10/16 McNesse St. W, 32-10

10/23 at Auburn L, 17-24

11/6 Alabama W, 24-21

11/13 Louisiana-Monroe W, 51-0

11/20 Ole Miss W, 43-36

11/27 at Arkansas L, 23-31

1/7 vs. Texas A&M W, 41-24

(AT&T Cotton Bowl)

2010 RESULTS11-2, 6-2 SEC; Final Ranking (AP/USA): 8/8

9/3 vs. Oregon

9/10 Northwestern St.

9/15 at Mississippi St.

9/24 at West Virginia

10/1 Kentucky

10/8 Florida

10/15 at Tennessee

10/22 Auburn

11/5 at Alabama

11/12 Western Kentucky

11/19 Ole Miss

11/25 Arkansas

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� The Ducks went 1-1 against teams from the SEC in

2010, defeating Tennessee (48-13) in nonconference

play and losing to Auburn, 22-19

>� Oregon is 1-1 in season openers under Chip Kelly

>� UO sports a 4-5 all-time record against teams from the Southeastern

Conference

LSU>� First meeting against Oregon since Oct. 22, 1977

(LSU won 56-17)

>� The Tigers ranked 12th nationally in total defense

(307.2 yds/game) and 11th in scoring defense (18.23

pts/game) in 2010

>� LSU has won 11 or more games four times in six seasons under Les Miles

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SERIES HISTORY: LSU leads 2-1

LAST MEETING: 1977 (LSU 56, Oregon 17)

Head Coach Les Miles

10 Years (six at LSU); 90-38 (.703 win pct.)> Led the Tigers to a 62-17 (.785 win pct.) mark in six

seasons

> Has led his teams (Oklahoma State and LSU) to nine

straight winning seasons since 2002

> Led the Tigers to a 34-6 (.850) record and a national title

in his first three seasons at LSU

#9 Jordan Jefferson

QB > Jr. > 6-5 > 224 lbs > St. Rose, La.>� Started 13 games in 2010, guiding LSU to an 11-2 mark

>� Dual-threat quarterback threw seven touchdown passes

and rushed for seven more touchdowns

>� Racked up 225 yards of total offense and four total touch-

downs in Cotton Bowl win over No. 18 Texas A&M

#22 Ryan Baker

LB > Sr. > 6-0 > 227 lbs >Grand Ridge, Fla.> Started all but one game at weakside linebacker in 2010

> Racked up 87 tackles (11 for loss) and seven sacks last

season

> Made a career-high 12 tackles against No. 5 Auburn and

had 10 tackles on two other occasions 9> Quarterback JORDAN JEFFERSON will be starting under center for the Tigers for the third

consecutive season. One of the winningest quarterbacks in LSU� history, the senior is a dual threat who

can beat you with his legs as well as his arm. In 2010, he was second on the team in rushing.

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Nevada Wolfpack>Sept. 10 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)


9/2 Eastern Washington W, 49-24

9/11 Colorado St. W, 51-6

9/17 California W, 52-31

9/25 at BYU W, 27-13

10/2 at UNLV W, 44-26

10/9 San Jose St. W, 35-13

10/16 at Hawaii L, 21-27

10/30 Utah St. W, 56-42

11/6 at Idaho W, 63-17

11/13 at Fresno St. W, 51-0

11/20 New Mexico St. W, 52-6

11/26 Boise St. W, 34-31 (OT)

12/4 at Louisiana Tech W, 35-17

1/9 vs. Boston College W, 20-13

(Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl)

2010 RESULTS13-1, 7-1 WAC; Final Ranking (AP/USA): 11/13

9/10 at Oregon

9/17 at San Jose St.

9/24 at Texas Tch

10/1 at Boise St.

10/8 UNLV

10/15 New Mexico

10/22 Fresno St.

10/29 at New Mexico St.

11/12 Hawaii

11/19 Louisiana Tech

11/26 at Utah St.

12/3 Idaho

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon has won five straight meetings against

Nevada

>� The Ducks are 2-0 in home openers under Chip Kelly

>� UO outscored its two non-BCS conference oppo-

nents, 141-0, in 2010 and outgained them, 1,388-247

NEVADA>� Nevada posted its best record as an FBS school in

2010, matching its 13 victories as an FCS competitor

in 1990

>� The Wolfpack ranked third nationally in rushing

offense (292.2 yds/game) in 2010

>� Nevada is 13-54-5 all-time against current Pac-12 schools

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15> Wide receiver RISHARD MATTHEWS led the Wolfpack in receving yards with 879 and was

tied for the team lead in touchdown receptions with five. The senior is a versatile threat who rushed for

two touchdowns and scored another via a punt return.

SERIES HISTORY: Oregon leads 5-1

LAST MEETING: 2003 (Oregon 31, Nevada 23)

Head Coach Chris Ault

26 Years; 219-97-1 (.692 win pct.)> Guided the Wolfpack to 13 victories for the third time

in his career last season

> Finished with a winning record in all but three seasons as

head coach

> His 219 career coaching victories are the third most

among active FBS coaches

#15 Rishard Matthews

WR > Sr. > 6-2 > 215 lbs > Santa Ana, Calif.>� Second-team All-WAC selection in 2010

>� Amassed 955 yards from scrimmage (879 receiving) and

scored eight touchdowns last season

>� Had two 100-yard receiving games, including a 172-yard

effort in an upset over No. 3 Boise State

#52 James-Michael Johnson

LB > Sr. > 6-2 > 240 lbs > Suisun, Calif.> Earned second-team All-WAC honors in 2010

> Led Nevada with 88 tackles and tied for the team lead

with 51 solo tackles last season

> Made 10 or more tackles in two games last season,

including a season-high 11 at Fresno State

Missouri State Bears >Sept. 17 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)

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9/3 Eastern Kentucky W, 31-9

9/11 at Kansas St. L, 24-48

9/25 at Illinois St. L, 41-44 (2OT)

10/2 Youngstown St. W, 35-25

10/9 at Murray St. L, 59-72

10/16 at Indiana St. L, 35-38

10/23 Western Illinois W, 31-28

10/30 Southern Illinois W, 51-41

11/6 at South Dakota St. L, 10-31

11/13 at Northern Iowa L, 14-38

11/20 North Dakota St. W, 3-0

2010 RESULTS5-6, 4-4 MVC; Final Ranking (AP/USA): FCS

9/3 at Arkansas

9/10 at Eastern Kentucky

9/17 at Oregon

9/24 at Southern Illinois

10/1 Northern Iowa

10/8 Illinois St.

10/15 at North Dakota St.

10/22 at Western Illinois

10/29 South Dakota St.

11/12 Indiana St.

11/19 at Youngstown St.

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon defeated its only FCS opponent (Portland

State), 69-0, in 2010

>� The Ducks are a perfect 4-0 in nonconference home

games under Chip Kelly

>� This game will be only the fourth FCS opponent UO has faced since 1995

MISSOURI STATE>� This will be Missouri State’s first meeting against a

Pac-12 team in school history

>� MSU ranked 13th in the FCS in total offense (425.5

yds/game) in 2010

>� The Bears have never defeated a BCS conference team

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85> Wide receiver JERMAINE SAFFOLD fell 36 yards shy of breaking Missouri State’s

single-season receiving record last year. Saffold collected 869 yards on 53 catches and five touch-

downs in 2010.

SERIES HISTORY: First Meeting

Head Coach Terry Allen

18 Years (four at MSU); 118-91 (.565 win pct.)> Holds a record of 23-32 in five seasons as head coach at

Missouri State

> Led Northern Iowa to seven straight FCS playoff appear-

ances from 1990-96

> Coached two-time NFL MVP quarterback Kurt Warner

during his tenure at Northern Iowa

#85 Jermaine Saffold

WR > Sr. > 6-1 > 205 lbs > Grandview, Mo.>� Placed on College Football Performance Awards

Preseason Watch List for FCS wideouts

>� Finished with 53 catches for 869 yards (36 shy of school

record) and five touchdowns in 2010

>� Named second-team All-Missouri Valley Conference

last season

#97 Mikel Ruder

DE > Sr. > 6-5 > 289 lbs > Lawrence, Kan.> Finished third on Missouri State with 2.5 sacks last season

> Recorded 103 tackles while playing in all 33 games in

his career

> Posted 42 tackles and blocked one kick during the

2010 campaign

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Arizona Wildcats>Sept. 24 in Tucson, Ariz. (Arizona Stadium)


9/3 at Toledo W, 41-2

9/11 Citadel W, 52-6

9/18 Iowa W, 34-27


10/9 Oregon St. L, 27-29

10/16 at Washington St. W, 24-7

10/23 Washington W, 44-14

10/30 at UCLA W, 29-21

11/6 at Stanford L, 17-42

11/13 USC L, 21-24

11/26 at Oregon L, 29-48

12/2 Arizona St. L, 29-30 (2OT)

12/29 vs. Oklahoma St. L, 10-36

(Valero Alamo Bowl)

2010 RESULTS7-6, 4-5 Pac-10; Final Ranking (AP/USA): NR/NR

9/3 Northern Arizona

9/8 at Oklahoma St.

9/17 Stanford

9/24 Oregon

10/1 at USC

10/8 at Oregon St.

10/20 UCLA

10/29 at Washington

11/5 Utah

11/12 at Colorado

11/19 at Arizona St.

11/26 Louisiana-Lafayette

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon has won 14 of its last 17 meetings against

Arizona

>� The Ducks are 10-9 all-time at Arizona and have won

six of the last eight contests in Tucson

>� Oregon rushed for 389 yards and four touchdowns in last season’s 48-29

win over Arizona

ARIZONA>� The Wildcats have dropped three straight meetings

against the Ducks, two of which were decided by one

possession and one that went to double overtime

>� Quarterback Nick Foles threw for a career-high 448

yards and three touchdowns in last season’s meeting at Oregon

>� UA boasted the nation’s ninth-best passing offense (307.7 yds/game) in 2010

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82> Wide receiver JURON CRINER led the Pac-10 with 82 catches for 1,233 yards and 11

touchdowns last season. He will again be quarterback Nick Foles’ top target in 2011. Oregon’s experi-

enced defense will need to be aware of Criner at all times.

SERIES HISTORY: Oregon leads 22-14

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 48, Arizona 29)

Head Coach Mike Stoops

Seven Years; 40-45 (.471 win pct.)> Guided the Wildcats to three-straight bowl appearances

for the first time since 1994

> Led Arizona to three straight winning seasons, the first

time UA has accomplished that feat since 1995

> Holds a 34-29 record over the past five seasons

#82 Juron Criner

WR > Sr. > 6-4 > 215 lbs > Las Vegas, Nev.>� Earned first-team All-Pac-10 honors in 2010

>� Led the Pac-10 with 82 catches for 1,233 yards and 11

touchdowns in 2010

>� Eclipsed 100 yards receiving five times last season, includ-

ing a career-high 179 yards against Oklahoma State

#41 Paul Vassalo

LB > Sr. > 6-3 > 247 lbs > Reno, Nev.> Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention recognition

in 2010

> Led the Wildcats and ranked sixth in the Pac-10 with

102 tackles (77 solo) last season

> Named Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Week after mak-

ing a season-high 14 tackles in a win over Washington

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California Golden Bears>Oct. 6 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)


SERIES HISTORY: California leads 39-32-2

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 15, California 13)

Head Coach Jeff Tedford

10 Years; 72-42 (.632 win pct.)> Two-time Pac-10 Coach of the Year (2002 and ’04)

> Guided the Golden Bears to a school record seven

straight bowl appearances from 2003-09

> Led Cal to a pair of 10-win seasons, which included win-

ning a share of the Pac-10 title in 2006

#1 Marvin Jones

WR > Sr. > 6-2 > 200 lbs > Fontana, Calif.>� Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

>� Led the Golden Bears in receiving the past two seasons,

posting career-highs of 50 catches and 765 yards in 2010

>� Posted three 100-yard receiving games, including a

career-high 12 catches and 161 yards at Nevada

#30 Mychal Kendricks

LB > Sr. > 6-0 > 241 lbs > Fresno, Calif.> Placed on the All-Pac-10 second team in 2010

> Finished second in the Pac-10 (26th nationally) with 8.5

sacks last season

> Made a season-high 12 tackles (2.5 for loss) and recov-

ered a fumble in a win over Colorado

9/4 UC Davis W, 52-3

9/11 Colorado W, 52-7

9/17 at Nevada L, 31-52

9/25 at No. 14 Arizona L, 9-10

10/9 UCLA W, 35-7

10/16 at USC L, 14-48

10/23 Arizona St. W, 50-17

10/30 at Oregon St. L, 7-35


11/13 Oregon L, 13-15

11/20 Stanford L, 14-48

11/27 Washington L, 13-16


TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� The Ducks have defeated the Golden Bears in consec-

utive meetings for the first time since 2003, when

they finished a seven-game win streak

>� Oregon’s 15 points against Cal was its lowest total in

a winning effort since defeating Arizona, 14-10, in 2000

>� Cliff Harris recorded a 64-yard punt return for a touchdown in last season’s

win at California

CALIFORNIA>� California held Oregon to a season-low 15 points in

last season’s clash in Berkeley

>� The Golden Bears are coming off their first losing sea-

son since 2001

>� California finished the season with 34 sacks, the 13th-highest figure in the

nation last season

> Linebacker MYCHAL KENDRICKS is one of nation’s top returning sack artists. The

All-Pac-10 performer brings veteran stability and leadership to the defense. The senior is the active team

leader in tackles, tackles for loss, sacks, fumble recoveries and blocked kicks. 309/3 vs. Fresno St.

9/10 at Colorado*

9/17 Presbyterian

9/24 at Washington

10/6 at Oregon

10/13 USC

* denotes non-conference game

10/22 Utah

10/29 at UCLA

11/5 Washington St.

11/12 Oregon St.

11/19 at Stanford


2011 SCHEDULE

Arizona State Sun Devils>Oct. 15 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)

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9/4 Portland St. W, 54-9

9/11 Northern Arizona W, 41-20

9/18 at Wisconsin L, 19-20

9/25 Oregon L, 31-42


10/9 at Washington W, 24-14

10/23 at California L, 17-50

10/30 Washington St. W, 42-0

11/6 at USC L, 33-34

11/13 Stanford L, 13-17

11/26 UCLA W, 55-34

12/2 at Arizona W, 30-29 (2OT)


9/1 UC Davis

9/9 Missouri

9/17 at Illinois

9/24 USC

10/1 Oregon St.

10/8 at Utah

10/15 at Oregon

10/29 Colorado

11/5 at UCLA

11/12 at Washington St.

11/19 Arizona

11/25 California

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Ducks have won six straight meetings and 10 of the

last 13 contests against the Sun Devils

>� Oregon’s last loss to Arizona State was a 28-13 set-

back in Autzen Stadium on Oct. 2, 2004

>� The UO defense forced seven turnovers, including defensive touchdowns

from John Boyett (39-yard interception return) and Boseko Lokombo

(32-yard fumble return), both of whom are back this season

ARIZONA STATE>� The Sun Devils hold an all-time record of 8-7 against

the Ducks at Autzen Stadium

>� Four of ASU’s six losses last year were by four points

or less, including one-point setbacks at No. 11 Wisconsin and USC

>� Arizona State boasted the Pac-10’s top rushing defense (120.2 yards per

game) in 2010

2011 SCHEDULE

26> Running back CAMERON MARSHALL expects to have a great 2011 season after compil-

ing more than 1,000 yards of total offense last year. He earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention for his

efforts and had two 100-yard rushing games.

SERIES HISTORY: Arizona State leads 16-15

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 42, Arizona State 31)

Head Coach Dennis Erickson

22 Years (four at ASU); 173-89-1 (.660 win pct.)> Three-time Pac-10 Coach of the Year (Washington

State; 1988, Oregon State; 2000, Arizona State; 2007)

> Ranks 12th among active coaches (minimum 10 years)

in win percentage

> Head coach for two national championships at Miami

(1989, ’91)

#26 Cameron Marshall

RB > Jr. > 5-11 > 223 lbs > San Jose, Calif.>� Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

>� Accounted for 1,014 yards of total offense (787 rushing,

227 receiving)

>� Rushed for 100 yards twice in 2010 (Portland State and

UCLA)

#7 Vontaze Burfict

LB > Jr. > 5-11 > 223 lbs > San Jose, Calif.

> Placed on the All-Pac-10 second team in 2010

> Racked up 90 tackles, the ninth-highest total in the

Pac-10 Conference

> Made 10 or more tackles in a game five times last season,

including a career-high 11 against Nothern Arizona

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Colorado Buffaloes>Oct. 22 in Boulder, Colo. (Folsom Field)


9/4 at Colorado St. W, 24-3


9/18 Hawaii W, 31-13

10/2 Georgia W, 29-27

10/9 at Missouri L, 0-26

10/16 Baylor L, 25-31

10/23 Texas Tech L, 24-27

10/30 at Oklahoma L, 10-43

11/6 at Kansas L, 45-52

11/13 Iowa St. W, 34-14

11/20 Kansas St. W, 44-36

11/26 at Nebraska L, 17-45

2010 RESULTS5-7, 2-6 Big 12; Final Ranking (AP/USA): NR/NR

9/3 at Hawaii

9/10 California

9/17 at Colorado St.

9/24 at Ohio St.

10/1 Washington St.

10/8 at Stanford

10/15 at Washington

10/22 Oregon


11/4 USC

11/12 Arizona

11/19 at UCLA

11/25 at Utah

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon’s last BCS bowl victory came in its last meet-

ing against Colorado, the 2002 Fiesta Bowl

>� UO’s last three meetings against CU have come in

bowl games (2002 Fiesta Bowl; 1998 Aloha Bowl;

1996 Cotton Bowl)

>� This will be the first time the Ducks and Buffaloes face each other in the reg-

ular season since Sept. 12, 1987 (Oregon won 10-7 in Boulder, Colo.)

COLORADO>� Colorado has not won more than six games since the

2005 season

>� The Buffaloes are 68-58-4 all-time against Pac-12

schools

>� CU ranked 91st in scoring defense (30.75 pts/game) in 2010

2011 SCHEDULE

5> Running back RODNEY STEWART has become one of Colorado’s best backs in school his-

tory. He enters his final season with the Buffaloes ranked fifth with 2,744 career rushing yards. He has

led his team in rushing every season he’s been on the squad.

SERIES HISTORY: Colorado leads 8-7

LAST MEETING: 2002 (Oregon 38, Colorado 16)

Head Coach Jon Embree

First Year> Became the second former Colorado player to be named

the program’s head coach

> Spent three seasons as an assistant coach in the NFL

(Kansas City Chiefs; 2006-08)

> Served as an assistant coach at UCLA for two seasons

(2004 and ’05)

#5 Rodney Stewart

RB > Sr. > 5-6 > 175 lbs > Westerville, Ohio>� Ranks fifth in school history with 2,744 rushing yards

>� Led the Buffaloes in rushing all three seasons, including

1,318 yards in 2010

>� Named honorable mention All-Big 12 following the

2009 season

#26 Ray Polk

FS > Jr. > 6-1 > 215 lbs > Scottsdale, Ariz.> Started all 12 games and played 787 out of 809 defensive

snaps last season

> Finished second on the team with 82 tackles in 2010

> Recorded five or more tackles in all but two games, with

a season-best eight tackles three times

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Washington State Cougars>Oct. 29 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)


9/4 at Oklahoma St. L, 17-65

9/11 Montana St. W, 23-22

9/18 at SMU L, 21-35

9/25 USC L, 16-50

10/2 at UCLA L, 28-42

10/9 Oregon L, 23-43


10/23 Arizona L, 7-24


11/6 California L, 13-20

11/13 at Oregon St. W, 31-14

12/4 Washington L, 28-35


9/3 Idaho St.

9/10 UNLV

9/17 at San Diego St.

10/1 at Colorado

10/8 at UCLA

10/15 Stanford

10/22 Oregon St.

10/29 at Oregon

11/5 at California

11/12 Arizona St.

11/19 Utah

11/26 at Washington

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon has won nine of the last 12 games against

Washington State

>� The Ducks have outscored the Cougars, 211-50, in

their last four meetings

>� LaMichael James scored three touchdowns, including a career-long 84-yard

reception in last season’s win at Washington State

WASHINGTON STATE>� Washington State has lost 10 or more games three

straight seasons and has not had a winning season

since 2003

>� The Cougars have not defeated the Ducks in Eugene

since Sept. 27, 2003 (55-16)

>� WSU ranked 118th out of 120 FBS teams in total defense (467 yds/game)

in 2010

2011 SCHEDULE

10> Quarterback JEFF TUEL has improved his play under center in each of first two years and enters

this season looking to establish himself as one of the top signal callers in the Pac-12. Despite the team’s

struggles, the junior had his best effort against No. 12 Stanford, throwing for four touchdowns.

SERIES HISTORY: Oregon leads 43-38-7

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 43, Washington State 23)

Head Coach Paul Wulff

11 Years (three at WSU); 58-72 (.417 win pct.)> Spent eight years at Eastern Washington, where he

amassed a 53-40 (.570 win pct.) record

> First former Washington State player to serve as the foot-

ball program’s head coach

> Holds a 5-32 record (.135 win pct) at WSU

#10 Jeff Tuel

QB > Jr. > 6-3 > 214 lbs > Fresno, Calif.>� Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

>� Cracked WSU’s single-season top-10 list with 219 pass

completions last season

>� Fired 18 touchdown passes, including a season-high four

at No. 12 Stanford

#89 Travis Long

DE > Jr. > 6-4 > 258 lbs > Spokane, Wash.> Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

> Led Washington State with 10.5 tackles for loss and four

sacks last season

> Made a season-high six tackles at Oregon and against

Washington

Washington Huskies>Nov. 5 in Seattle, Wash. (Husky Stadium)

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9/4 at BYU L, 17-23

9/11 Syracuse W, 41-20

9/18 Nebraska L, 21-56

10/2 at USC W, 32-31

10/9 Arizona St. L,14-24

10/16 Oregon St. W, 35-34 (2OT)

10/23 at Arizona L, 14-44

10/30 Stanford L, 0-41

11/6 at Oregon L, 16-53

11/18 UCLA W, 24-7

11/27 at California W, 16-13


12/30 vs. Nebraska W, 19-7

(Bridgeport Education Holiday Bowl)


9/3 Eastern Washington

9/10 Hawaii

9/17 at Nebraska

9/24 California

10/1 at Utah

10/15 Colorado

10/22 at Stanford

10/29 Arizona

11/5 Oregon

11/12 at USC

11/19 at Oregon St.

11/26 Washington St.

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon is riding a seven-game winning streak against

Washington, its longest streak in series history

>� The Ducks have scored 40 or more points in each of

the last four meetings with the Huskies

>� UO rushed for 279 yards and six touchdowns in last season’s win at Autzen

Stadium

WASHINGTON>� Washington posted its first winning season since

2002 last season

>� The Huskies’ last victory over the Ducks came on

Nov. 1, 2003 (42-10) in Seattle

>� UW has improved to 9-9 in the conference over the last two seasons after

going 6-37 in the Pac-10 from 2004-08

2011 SCHEDULE

SERIES HISTORY: Washington leads 58-40-5

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 53, Washington 16)

Head Coach Steve Sarkisian

Two Years; 12-13 (.480 win pct.)> Led Washington to its first bowl victory since the 2000

Rose Bowl last season

> Served as an assistant coach at USC for seven seasons, dur-

ing which time the Trojans went 75-14 (.843 win pct.).

> Has 12 wins in two seasons at Washington (Huskies won

12 games total from 2004-08)

#1 Chris Polk

RB > Jr. > 5-11 > 214 lbs > Redlands, Calif.>� Named second-team All-Pac-10 in 2010

>� Finished second in the conference (17th nationally) with

103.2 rushing yards per game last season

>� Rushed for 1,415 yards rushing, the second most in

school history last season

#74 Alameda Ta’amu

DT > Sr. > 6-3 > 330 lbs > Kent, Wash.> Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

> Recorded five tackles for loss last season

> Made a season-high seven tackles at No. 1 Oregon,

recorded first unassisted sack and recovered a fumble in

Holiday Bowl win over No. 17 Nebraska 1> Running back CHRIS POLK enters the 2011 campaign ranked No. 6 on the Washington

all-time rushing list with two years of eligibility remaining. The junior is just one of three ball carriers

to rush for more than 1,000 yards in more than one season in UW history.

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Stanford Cardinal>Nov. 12 in Stanford, Calif. (Stanford Stadium)


9/4 Sacramento St. W, 52-17

9/11 at UCLA W, 35-0

9/18 Wake Forest W, 68-24

9/25 at Notre Dame W, 37-14

10/2 at Oregon L, 31-52

10/9 USC W, 37-35

10/23 Washington St. W, 38-28

10/30 at Washington W, 41-0

11/6 Arizona W, 42-17

11/13 at Arizona St. W, 17-13

11/20 at California W, 48-14

11/27 Oregon St. W, 38-0

1/3 vs. Virginia Tech W, 40-12

(Discover Orange Bowl)

2010 RESULTS12-1, 8-1 Pac-10; Final Ranking (AP/USA): 4/4

9/3 San Jose St.

9/10 at Duke

9/17 at Arizona

10/1 UCLA

10/8 Colorado

10/15 at Washington St.

10/22 Washington

10/29 at USC

11/5 at Oregon St.

11/12 Oregon

11/19 California

11/26 Notre Dame

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon has won eight of its last nine meetings against

Stanford, its best run in series history

>� The teams have scored a combined 325 points in the

last four meetings (81.3 pts/game)

>� The Ducks outscored the Cardinal, 49-10, over the final three quarters in

last season’s win (trailed 21-3 after the first quarter)

STANFORD>� Stanford tied a school record with 12 wins in 2010,

its first 10-win season since 1992

>� The Cardinal handed the Ducks their only conference

loss under Chip Kelly in 2009 (51-42)

>� The Cardinal handed the Ducks their only conference loss under Chip

Kelly in 2009 (51-42)

2011 SCHEDULE

12> Quarterback ANDREW LUCK said no to the National Football League and stayed in college

this past offseason. His 2010 season will be hard to match. Luck finished second in the Heisman Trophy

voting after finishing with 3,338 passing yards and 32 touchdowns.

SERIES HISTORY: Stanford leads 44-29-1

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 52, Stanford 31)

Head Coach David Shaw

First Season > Served as Stanford’s offensive coordinator since the

2007 season

> Served as an assistant coach in the NFL for nine seasons

with Philadelphia, Oakland and Baltimore

> Fifth Stanford graduate to serve as the football program’s

head coach

#12 Andrew Luck

QB > Jr. > 6-4 > 235 lbs > Houston, Texas>� Heisman Trophy runner-up in 2010

>� Completed 70.7 percent of his passes for 3,338 yards

and 32 touchdowns against only eight interceptions

>� Threw for 341 yards and two touchdowns while rushing

for 39 yards and another score at Oregon last season

#11 Shayne Skov

LB > Jr. > 6-3> 243 lbs > Piedmont, Calif.> Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

> Led the Cardinal with 84 tackles (50 solo) despite miss-

ing two games

> Tied for the team lead with 7.5 sacks and finished second

on Stanford with 10.5 tackles for loss

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USC Trojans>Nov. 19 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)


9/2 at Hawaii W, 49-36

9/11 Virginia W, 17-14

9/18 at Minnesota W, 32-21


10/2 Washington L,31-32



10/30 Oregon L, 32-53

11/6 Arizona St. W, 34-33

11/13 at Arizona W, 24-21


11/27 Notre Dame L, 16-20

12/4 at UCLA W, 28-14


9/3 Minnesota

9/10 Utah

9/17 Syracuse

9/24 at Arizona St.

10/1 Arizona

10/13 at California

10/22 at Notre Dame

10/29 Stanford

11/4 at Colorado

11/12 Washington

11/19 at Oregon

11/26 UCLA

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon has won consecutive games against USC for

the first time since winning four-straight meetings

from 1998-2001

>� The Ducks have scored 100 combined points in their

last two games against the Trojans

>� LaMichael James carried the ball a career-high 36 times for 239 yards and

and three touchdowns in last season’s win at USC

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA>� USC has finished with a winning record in each of the

last nine seasons

>� The Trojans won seven straight Pac-10 titles from

2002-08, a streak that was snapped by the Ducks in 2009

>� USC had the third-best rushing offense (25th nationally), averaging 189.3

yards per game

2011 SCHEDULE

7> Quarterback MATT BARKLEY leads the Trojans in the 2011 season. The junior had a

stellar sophomore campaign — one in which he threw for almost 2,800 yards and 26 touchdowns. He

was named to the All-Pac-10 honorable mention list.

SERIES HISTORY: USC� Leads 37-18-2

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 53, USC 32)

Head Coach Lane Kiffin

Two Years (one at USC); 15-11 (.577 win pct.)> Finished with a winning record in both seasons as a col-

legiate head coach

> Won first four games at USC, the first Trojans’ coach to

win his first four games since 1951

> Served as USC assistant coach from 2001-06, during

which time the Trojans amassed a 65-12 record

#7 Matt Barkley

QB > Jr. > 6-2 > 223 lbs > Newport Beach, Calif.> Earned All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2010

> Completed 62.6 percent of his passes for 2,791 yards

and 26 touchdowns last season

> Tossed a combined eight touchdowns in back-to-back

300-yard performances against Stanford and California

#7 T.J. McDonald

S > Jr. > 6-3 > 205 lbs > Fresno, Calif.> Placed on the All-Pac-10 second team in 2010

> Led the Trojans with 89 tackles (54 solo) and finished

second on the squad with three interceptions last season

> Named Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Week after mak-

ing 13 tackles and blocking a punt against Arizona State

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Oregon State Beavers>Nov. 26 in Eugene, Ore. (Autzen Stadium)


9/4 vs. TCU L, 21-30

9/18 Louisville W, 35-28

9/25 at Boise St. L, 24-37

10/2 Arizona St. W, 31-28

10/9 at Arizona W, 29-27

10/16 at Washington L, 34-35 (2OT)


11/6 at UCLA L, 14-17

11/13 Washington St. L, 14-31

11/20 USC W, 36-7


12/4 Oregon L, 20-37


9/3 Sacramento St.

9/10 at Wisconsin

9/24 UCLA

10/1 at Arizona St.

10/8 Arizona

10/15 BYU

10/22 Washington St.

10/29 at Utah

11/5 Stanford

11/12 at California

11/19 Washington

11/26 at Oregon

TALE OF THE TAPE

OREGON>� Oregon has won three straight Civil Wars for the first

time since taking four straight from 1994-97

>� The Ducks have scored at least 31 points in four

straight meetings with the Beavers

>� LaMichael James (134 yards) and Kenjon Barner (133 yards) each rushed

for more than 100 yards and scored three touchdowns in last season’s win

OREGON STATE>� Oregon State suffered its first losing season since the

2005 campaign

>� The Beavers have are 7-13-1 against the Ducks in

Autzen Stadium

>� Ranked 24th nationally with 2.5 sacks per game in 2010

2011 SCHEDULE

12> Quarterback RYAN KATZ played in 12 games last season. He completed 60 percent of his pass-

es for 2,401 yards and 18 touchdowns. He was among the Pac-10 leaders by averaging more than 200

passing yards per game last season.

SERIES HISTORY: Oregon leads 58-46-10

LAST MEETING: 2010 (Oregon 37, Oregon State 20)

Head Coach Mike Riley

10 Years; 69-54 (.561 win pct.)> Finished with a winning record five times in the past

seven seasons

> Has amassed a 4-1 record in bowl games

> Guided the Beavers to a top-25 ranking in five separate

seasons, reaching as high as 13th in 2009

#12 Ryan Katz

QB > Jr. > 6-1 > 212 lbs > Santa Monica, Calif.> Threw for 2,401 yards with 18 touchdowns in his first

season as a starter

> Passed for a season-high 393 yards in an upset win at

No. 9 Arizona

> Recorded multiple touchdown passes in seven games

last season

#10 Lance Mitchell

S > Jr. > 6-3 > 252 lbs > Corona, Calif.> Made 74 tackles while starting all 12 games last season

> Opened the season with a career-high 18 tackles against

No. 6 TCU

> Recorded 10 tackles in the season-finale against No. 1

Oregon in the Civil War

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Over the past year, the Pac-10 Conference welcomed two schools(Colorado and Utah) to its league. The newly formed Pac-12Conference will split teams into two divisions with Oregon placed in

the North Division with California, Oregon State, Stanford, Washington andWashington State and the South Division including Arizona, Arizona State,Colorado, UCLA, USC and Utah. The 2011 season will feature the confer-ence’s first championship game, which will be played on Dec. 3 and pit both divi-sion winners on the field of the regular-season conference champ. Below is a briefbreakdown of the Pac-12 Conference heading into its inaugural season.

>� NORTH DIVISION

California looks to bounce back from their first losing season since 2001.The Golden Bears return 15 starters, including six from their defense thatheld the high-powered Ducks to a season-low 15 points and only one offen-sive touchdown. Cal’s offense also returns leading receiver Marvin Jones (50catches, 765 yards).

Oregon State is also coming off a down season where it finished 5-7, its firstlosing campaign since 2005. The Beavers return 12 starters, tied for the fewestin the league. OSU does return Ryan Katz, four offensive linemen and leadingreceiver Markus Wheaton (55 catches, 675 yards). The defense will have toreplace the production of Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year Stephen Paea,along with six other starters.

Stanford put together its first 10-win season since 2001 after going 12-1 ayear ago. While the Cardinal only return 12 starters, they will have the servic-es of Heisman Trophy runner-up Andrew Luck (3,338 yards, 32 touchdowns)at quarterback. Stepfan Taylor (1,137 yards, 15 touchdowns) will also be backas the primary rusher. Stanford’s defense, which held teams to a league-best17.4 points per game, returns leading tackler Shayne Skov along with fiveother starters.

Washington has made strides back toward respectability under third-yearhead coach Steve Sarkisian. After going 0-12 in 2008, the Huskies returned topostseason play and upset No. 17 Nebraska in the Holiday Bowl for their firstbowl win since 2000. The Huskies boast 17 returning starters, highlighted bysecond-team All-Pac-10 running back Chris Polk (1,415 yards, 9 touch-downs) and returning receiver Jermaine Kearse (63 catches, 1,005 yards). UWwill break in a new quarterback to replace four-year starter Jake Locker, but adefense that shut down the Cornhuskers returns eight starters.

Washington State has won five games in the past three seasons, but progressis being made in Pullman. The Cougars snapped a 16-game losing skid inPac-10 play and added a touchdown to their scoring average between 2009and ’10. Leading WSU’s 17 returning starters are quarterback Jeff Tuel(2,780 yards, 18 touchdowns) and receiver Marquess Wilson (55 catches,1,006 yards) offensively and Travis Long (5 sacks) on the defensive side.

>� SOUTH DIVISION

Arizona returns the third-fewest starters (13) in the entire league, but what itlacks in quantity it makes up for in quality among its returners. The offensereturns receiver Juron Criner (82 catches, 1,233 yards) and quarterback NickFoles (3,191 yards, 20 touchdowns) to form the core of an explosive attack,though the key may well be how the Wildcats replace their entire offensive

line. Leading tackler Paul Vassallo (102 tackles) is one of seven returningstarters for the Wildcats on defense as they figure to be among the favorites ofthe Pac-12 South Division.

Arizona State boasts plenty of experience in the form of a league-leading 19returning starters from last season’s 6-6 squad. The Sun Devils return everyoffensive starter except quarterback Steven Threet, including the one-tworushing punch of Cameron Marshall (787 yards, 9 touchdowns) and DeantreLewis (539 yards, 4 touchdowns). The ASU defense figures to be led by line-backer Vontaze Burfict (90 tackles), but also returns eight other starters fromlast year’s unit that allowed 20 points or less six times.

Colorado enters its first season in the Pac-12, moving from the Big 12Conference. The Buffaloes have not enjoyed a winning season since 2005, butboast 18 returning starters from last season’s 5-7 team. The focal point of theoffense figures to again be running back Rodney Stewart (1,318 yards, 10touchdowns), who is one of nine returners on that side of the ball. The defenseboasts eight returners, including safety Ray Polk (82 tackles), who will try toimprove on a season where they allowed more than 20 points nine times.

UCLA lost six of its last seven games last year to spoil 3-2 start. The Bruins’offense brings back leading rusher Johnathan Franklin (1,127 yards, 8 touch-downs) and starting quarterback Richard Brehaut (1,296 yards, 6 touch-downs) among their seven returning starters on that side of the ball. UCLAalso boasts eight returning starters on defense, though will have to fill theshoes of NFL Draft picks Akeem Ayers and Rahim Moore. Sean Westgate ledthe Bruins in tackles for loss and leading tackler Tony Dye will once againroam the secondary, forming the core of what figures to be a strong defensiveunit with eight returning starters.

USC was held out of postseason play due to NCAA sanctions, but the Trojanswill once again be an explosive team in 2011. Quarterback Matt Barkley(2,791 yards, 26 touchdowns) is back for his junior season to lead a USCattack that scored more than 30 points eight times a year ago. The defense alsobrings back leading tackler T.J. McDonald (89 tackles) along with six otherstarters. While the NCAA penalties will again keep the Trojans out of bowlcontention, they figure to be a threat in the Pac-12 race all the same.

Utah is entering its first year in a BCS conference after putting together adominant run through the Mountain West over the years, winning a pair ofBCS bowl games in the process. The Utes only 13 starters from last year’s 10-3 squad, but brings back quarterback Jordan Wynn (2,334 yards, 17touchdowns) along with leading receiver DeVonte Christopher (39 catches,660 yards) and three starting offensive linemen. The defense returns line-backer Chaz Walker (113 tackles), but will try to replace six starters whilelooking to make noise in its first year as a Pac-12 competitor.

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2010 All YrsOverall..........................................................12-1 22-4Home ............................................................6-0 13-0Away ............................................................6-0 9-2Neutral ..........................................................0-1 0-2Grass ............................................................3-1 5-3Turf ..............................................................9-0 17-1vs. Top 10 ......................................................1-1 3-2vs. Top 25 ......................................................3-1 7-3

Leading After 1st Qtr ........................................5-0 12-0Tied After 1st Qtr ..............................................2-1 4-2Trailing After 1st Qtr..........................................5-0 6-2

Leading at Half ................................................9-0 16-0Tied at Half ....................................................1-0 2-0Trailing at Half ................................................2-1 4-4

Leading After 3rd Qtr ......................................12-0 21-0Tied After 3rd Qtr ............................................0-0 0-0Trailing After 3rd Qtr ........................................0-1 1-4

Overtime Games ..............................................0-0 1-0

When Scoring First ............................................6-1 11-1When Opp Scores First ......................................6-0 11-3

Largest Halftime Lead ........................................59 SameLargest Halftime Deficit ........................................7 17

Scoring 20+ Points ..........................................11-0 21-1Scoring 30+ Points ..........................................11-0 20-1Scoring 40+ Points ..........................................10-0 16-1Scoring 50+ Points ..........................................6-0 7-0Allowing 20 or Less ..........................................7-0 12-1Allowing 30 or Less ..........................................9-0 16-2Decided by 3 or Less ..........................................1-1 3-1Decided by 10 or Less ........................................1-1 5-3

Rush <200 Yds ................................................2-1 4-3Rush for >200 Yds ..........................................9-0 17-1Rush for >300 Yds ..........................................6-0 8-0Pass for >200 Yds ............................................8-1 12-2Pass for >300 Yds ............................................3-1 3-2Total >400 Yds ..............................................10-1 16-2

Opp. Rush <100 Yds ........................................5-0 9-0Opp. Pass <200 Yards ......................................6-0 12-1Opp. Total <300 Yards ....................................5-0 10-0

Turnover Margin Positive ....................................6-0 11-1Turnover Margin Even........................................4-1 5-2Turnover Margin Negative ..................................2-0 6-1

Lead in Time of Possession ..................................4-0 7-0Trail in Time of Possession....................................8-1 15-4

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fter a Pac-10 Conference championship as a first-year head coach and a trip to the Rose Bowl in 2009, what couldOregon football fans expect for an encore?

An unbeaten regular season, a second consecutive league title, a date in the BCS National Championship Gameand near-unanimous national coach-of-the-year honors ended up being the answer. In just two full seasons at the helm,Chip Kelly has taken a program accustomed to making gradual steps up the ladder toward conference supremacy and haselevated it into one that appears ready for hyperspace.

As a rookie mentor, the Ducks’ head man became the first coach in Pac-10 history to win an outright conference title inhis first year, leading the Ducks to the Rose Bowl Game for the first time since 1995. Now, a two-time Pac-10 coach of theyear, Kelly also became the league’s first national coach of the year recipient in seven seasons in 2010, winning not one, butfive awards: AFCA, AP, Eddie Robinson, Sporting News and Walter Camp.

Kelly oversaw the team’s first 12-win season in 2010 and led the Ducks to

a school-record 12-game winning streak. In his first head coaching job at any

level, UO’s former offensive coordinator has a mark of 22-4, 17-1 in Pac-10

play. His .846 overall winning percentage is the highest in school history and

his .944 percentage in conference play is the best in Pac-10 history.

Named Oregon’s 30th head football coach in March 2009, Kelly has adopt-

ed a philosophy that was successful in eight seasons on the NCAA Football

Championship Subdivision front (formerly Division I-AA) and has demon-

strated few signs of slowing down at the top level of collegiate competition.

He has quickly acquired the tag as one of the top offensive minds in the

game today, with his teams surpassing the school’s single-season records in

rushing, scoring and total offense three of his four overall seasons at Oregon.

In 2009, Kelly proved that his explosive offense had yet to be figured out by

opposing defensive coordinators. The Ducks ranked eighth in the nation in

scoring and sixth in rushing. A season later, Oregon improved those numbers,

leading the country in scoring (47.0 ppg) and total offense (530.7 avg.), while

finishing fourth nationally in rushing (286.2 avg.).

Under Kelly’s watch, LaMichael James became the school’s first Doak

Walker Award winner in 2010, recognized as college football’s best running

back. James, who led all FBS players with a UO-record 1,731 yards, would also

become Oregon’s first unanimous All-American and a Heisman Trophy final-

ist during his sophomore season. Fellow sophomore Cliff Harris joined James

as a consensus All-American that same year as an all-purpose player and return

man, scoring five touchdowns and leading the country with six all-purpose

plays of 60 yards or more.

Eight Ducks have earned all-conference accolades and one — James in 2009

— has been named the Pac-10’s offensive player of the year during the Kelly

head coaching era.

The former New Hampshire offensive coordinator arrived at Oregon in

2007 and promptly solidified his position in UO lore by producing the high-

est scoring team and most yards of total offense in school history.

Since taking control of the reins prior to start of the 2009 season, his Ducks

have averaged 41.5 points per game — surpassing 40 points on 17 occasions

— and 471.3 yards of total offense.

Kelly’s schemes on offense have been instrumental in highlighting the tal-

ents of a pair of Heisman Trophy candidates in quarterback Dennis Dixon in

2007 and running back James in 2010.

Kelly (11-25-63) served as New Hampshire’s offensive coordinator and

quarterbacks coach from 1999 through 2006, where his offenses averaged bet-

ter than 400 yards of total offense in seven of his eight seasons and more than

30 points a game in his final four years. As a result, three Wildcat players

received first-team All-America acclaim each of his last two seasons in the

Granite State.

He was named the college assistant coach of the year by the Gridiron Club

of Greater Boston following the 2005 season in addition to being selected as

“one of college football’s hottest coaches” by American Football Monthly.

The Manchester, N.H., native was elevated to offensive coordinator follow-

ing two years as the Wildcats’ offensive line coach (1997-98) and three seasons

coaching the school’s running backs (1994-96).

While his acclaim may have resulted from his offensive prowess, Kelly also

has three seasons of experience coaching on the defensive side of the football.

Included was a one-year stint as defensive coordinator at Johns Hopkins

(1993) between tenures at his alma mater.

The 1990 New Hampshire graduate (B.S. degree in physical education)

broke into the coaching ranks in 1990 at Columbia University, where he

served as freshman secondary and special teams coach. He assumed responsi-

bility for the Lions’ varsity outside linebackers and strong safeties the follow-

ing year before returning to New Hampshire as running backs coach in 1992.

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Now in his third stint with the Ducks, NickAliotti is coming off back-to-back seasonsthat many of the experts rate among his best.

Never has an Oregon defense allowed fewer points (221) during a sea-son that included a minimum of 12 games and you would have to go backto 1980 to uncover a defensive scoring average lower than this year’s 18.4points per game, and only once in the last 15 seasons have the Ducksallowed fewer than this year’s 3,979 total yards in 12 games or more.

Coordinating a scheme which ranked sixth in the country in pass effi-ciency defense while yielding only 15 touchdown passes compared with 21interceptions in 2010, the Ducks’ defenders ranked seventh nationally intackles for loss (7.5 avg.) and 12th in scoring defense (18.7 avg.). Theyalso ranked second in the country in turnovers gained (37).

For his efforts Aliotti was nominated for the Broyles Award, given tothe nation’s top collegiate assistant coach.

His 2009 defense that among the top two teams in the conference in10 major defensive categories in Pac-10 play, in addition to being ranked14th in the country in sacks per game (2.77) and 25th passing efficiencydefense (112.30). UO was the Pac-10’s best team in rushing defense(118.6 avg.), passing defense (197.4 avg.) and total defense (316.0) inleague games, while allowing the fewest opponent touchdowns (23). TheDucks also allowed an average of only 11.6 points per game in their firstfive league appearances.

During his 21 years on the Oregon staff, Aliotti has mentored 28 defen-sive players selected in the NFL Draft, including 2005 first-round pickHaloti Ngata.

After his departure following the school’s first outright Pac-10 title andits first Rose Bowl appearance in 37 years, the Northern California nativeserved as a defensive assistant and special teams coach with the St. LouisRams from 1995-97 before returning to the collegiate ranks in 1998.

As a player, Aliotti was a three-year letterman as a running back at UCDavis, earning freshman team MVP honors in 1972 and Far WesternConference accolades his senior season.

Aliotti (5/29/54) and his wife, Kathryn, are parents of one son,Michael, and one daughter, Nicole.

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In just two full years on staff, Oregon offensive coor-dinator and quarterbacks coach Mark Helfrich haswasted little time in putting his stamp on the school’s offensive success.

Not only has he demonstrated ability as a top strategist, he has proven invalu-able as a quarterback tutor.

It hasn’t taken others long to recognize his value as he was named byFootballScoop as its 2010 national quarterbacks coach of the year in additionto being one of three finalists as its national offensive coordinator of the year.

At the forefront of his proficiency was the development of an inexperi-enced starting quarterback into a second-team Pacific-10 Conference all-league choice as sophomore Darron Thomas finished second in the con-ference in passing efficiency and third in total offense (250.8 avg.) while rank-ing second in the Pac-10 (13th nationally) in most points accounted for (16.5per game).

The affable Oregon native wasted little time in substantiating the notionthat he is one of the nation’s bright young offensive minds. Oregon has ledthe Pac-10 in scoring offense each of his first two years back in his home state,ranking seventh and first in the country in 2009 and 2010, respectively.

Helfrich’s pupils gained some of their greatest acclaim during his tenure atArizona State under former Oregon offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter, whoelevated Helfrich to passing game coordinator in 2003. During his five-yearstint in Tempe, Arizona State blossomed into one of the top passing teams inthe country. In his final season there, the Sun Devils finished third in theNCAA and led the Pac-10 in passing yards per game (373.9 avg.). ASU post-ed a school-record 4,481 yards passing that season to elevate its five-year totalto 18,686 yards (306.3 avg.) during his stay.

His quarterbacks put up numbers that ranked in the top three of the Pac-10 all five years he was there, leading the league twice (2004, 2005) andfinishing second in 2001. His units also finished among the top 10 in theNCAA on three different occasions, as ASU was ranked fifth nationally in2004 and ninth in 2002 before the school’s highest finish ever with the thirdplace effort in 2005.

Ranking as the third-youngest offensive coordinator in the nation atColorado in 2008 (and the youngest at a BCS school), Helfrich’s offense’swere marked by improvement each of his first two seasons in Boulder, withthe Buffaloes’ 5-7 record highlighted by a 17-14 overtime win over WestVirginia his final year there.

Working three years as the quarterback coach at Boise State, he tutoredone of school’s all-time greats in Bart Hendricks, the 1999 and 2000 BigWest Conference Player of the Year. In 2000, he guided the Broncos to thecountry’s fourth-best passing offense with 321.5 yards per game.

Helfrich (10/28/73) graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biologyfrom Southern Oregon University in 1996, where he lettered four yearsat quarterback.

He began his coaching career as running backs coach at his alma mater in1996 before playing and coaching (offensive coordinator) in Europe with theVienna (Austria) Vikings in the winter of 1997.

Born in Medford, the 1992 Marshfield (Coos Bay) High School gradu-ate and his wife, Megan, are the parents of one son, Max, and one daugh-ter, Maggie.

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Steve Greatwood is in his 20th season coachingOregon’s offensive line, as well as his 25th yearas a full-time member of the Ducks’ coaching staff.

The 31-year coaching veteran and Eugene native, who has logged morethan a quarter century at his alma mater, returned to Oregon as its defen-sive line coach prior to the 2000 season following a five-year hiatus, twoof which he spent coaching in the NFL.

The 53-year-old Greatwood was an integral part of Oregon’s coaching stafffor the first 15 seasons of his career that concluded with a berth in the 1995Rose Bowl, and concentrated his efforts on the offensive line from 1982-94.That included the last six years of his previous tenure with the Ducks.

Yet he assumed the additional responsibilities as the Ducks’ runninggame coordinator in 2009 after playing a major role in five of the pro-gram’s most prolific running attacks in school history since 2006.

From a statistical standpoint, it could be argued that Greatwood’s 2010interior offensive front was one of the best in school history. Oregon ledthe Pac-10 and ranked fourth nationally in rushing (286.2 avg.), thanks toa school-record 3,721 yards. In addition, the Ducks allowed a meager 10sacks in 13 games (0.77 avg.), which ranked seventh in the nation.

Greatwood was singled out as the nation’s college football AssistantCoach of the Year by FootballScoop.com following the 2008 campaign, inaddition to being previously praised as one the top assistant coaches in thecountry by Rivals.com.

One of the nation’s most underrated technicians, the former Oregonstandout tutored two-time All-American Max Unger, who was chosen inthe second round of the 2009 NFL Draft by Seattle. Unger was one ofonly three Oregon offensive linemen drafted into the NFL over the pasttwo years, while a fourth was signed as a free agent.

Following the 1994 season and Oregon’s Pacific-10 Conference cham-pionship, Greatwood departed with former Ducks head coach RichBrooks to coach the offensive line and tight ends with the St. Louis Rams.He rejoined the collegiate ranks in 1997 at Maryland before returning tothe West Coast the following year and heading the offensive line at USC.

The former Churchill High School standout completed his playingcareer with an appearance in the Hula Bowl in 1980 and was the recipi-ent of the Bob Officer Award, given to the Oregon player who makes amajor contribution to the success of the program despite physical adversi-ty. Greatwood later signed as a free agent with the San Francisco 49ersbefore initiating his coaching career as the Ducks’ defensive graduate assis-tant for two years.

Greatwood (8/15/58) and his wife, Sheri, have three daughters, Kallie,Emmy and Tessa.

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It didn’t take long for Oregon’s newest assistanton the defensive side of the ball to quickly con-tribute to the fast-paced tempo that epitomizes the Ducks’ style of

play. In fact, it was the New York native’s high energy style of coachingthat often fueled the defensive line’s pace that was supplemented by asmany as nine players providing a rotation that resulted in fresh legs in thetrenches at all times.

Jerry Azzinaro has helped the Ducks to BCS bowls in both of his yearsin Eugene, cobbling together productive fronts despite a lack of idealdepth during both campaigns.

Anchored by a converted tight end in senior defensive tackle BrandonBair, Azzinaro’s group helped UO lead the conference in tackles for lossand turnover margin in 2010, ranking seventh nationally in both cate-gories. The Ducks also allowed the fewest rushing touchdowns (11) andred zone touchdowns (17) of any Pac-10 team.

Thanks to his charges, no conference side was better at preventingfourth down conversions last season, with opponents succeeding only 22.7percent of the time — a mark that ranked fourth in the country.

Azzinaro made an immediate impact in 2009 after molding a skeletoncrew along the defensive line into a cohesive unit that accounted for bet-ter than 63 percent of the quarterback sacks generated by a contingent thatled the Pac-10 (36) and tied for 14th in the country.

Faced with the unenviable task of replacing all but one player in theposition group with starting experience, “Coach Az” put together anaggressive fortress that was tops in the Pac-10 against the run in leagueplay (118.6 avg.) and displayed inspiring fortitude in supplying goal-linestands in road wins against UCLA and Washington.

Hired in February 2009, shortly before Chip Kelly took over headcoaching duties, the 29-year coaching veteran’s career includes 10 seasonsas a defensive coordinator and one year as a head coach. Most recently, hecoached the defensive line at Marshall University in 2008 after serving inthe same capacity at the University of New Hampshire in ’07.

The fiery motivator brings with him the experience as defensive coor-dinator at Duke (2004-06), the University of Massachusetts (1994, ’97)and American International College (1987-91) in Springfield, Mass., inaddition to serving as head coach at NCAA Division III Western NewEngland College (Springfield, Mass.) in 1986.

His coaching resume includes a stint as defensive line coach and recruit-ing coordinator at Syracuse from 1999-2003, where his pupils includedAll-American and NFL All-Pro defensive end Dwight Freeney. As defen-sive line coach at Boston College (1995-96), Azzinaro (7/11/58) tutoredfour linemen who signed NFL contracts.

A former linebacker at American International College who led histeam in tackles his senior year, Azzinaro received his undergraduate degreein psychology in 1981 and his master’s in educational psychology fromthere in 1985. Included among his accomplishments was achieving abrown belt in combat judo as well as being crowned a New EnglandGolden Gloves heavyweight novice champion.

He and his wife, Alison Rourke, have a great dane, Zeus.

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No Oregon coach, and only four collegiatementors in the country, has logged a longercontinuous tenure than that of Gary Campbell, who is now in

his 29th season working with the Ducks’ running backs. But it is his qual-ity of production that overshadows his longevity, in addition to his truepassion for the players he mentors on and off the field.

After not having led the conference in rushing since 1955, Oregon hasnow done so each of the past five seasons, setting school single-seasonrecords twice in the last three years. The Ducks ranked second in thecountry in rushing with 3,641 yards in 2008 (280.1 avg.) before eclipsingthe 300-yard average (303.8 avg.) for the first time last year. That mark isfourth in the country after ranking sixth in 2009 and 2007.

Among the school’s 14 1,000-yard single-season rushers, Campbell hascoached 12 of them, including LaMichael James, who became theOregon’s first freshman ever to eclipse the 1,000-yard plateau in 2009,and Jonathan Stewart, who set the school’s single-season mark with 1,722yards in 2007. In addition, he twice has tutored a pair of 1,000-yard rush-ers in the same season since 2001, as well as three Pac-10 rushing cham-pions in James (2010), Stewart (2007) and Saladin McCullough (1997).

James not only became Oregon’s first NCAA rushing champion (152.9avg.), he became the school’s first Doak Walker Award honoree as thenation’s top running back as well as the University’s top Heisman Awardfinisher (third) in program history.

The Ennis, Texas, native’s efforts have been extremely visible in theschool’s record books as 15 of the Ducks’ top-17 single-season rushingtotals have been recorded by Campbell protégés. Campbell’s backs alsoown Oregon’s top seven career rushing marks.

A former starting fullback at UCLA, the 58-year-old Campbell came toOregon in 1983 after one season at Pacific. In addition to his playing daysat UCLA in the early 1970s, where he scored two touchdowns in one ofOregon’s biggest victories ever (1970, 41-40), he was a graduate assistantfor the Bruins in 1976-78.

Campbell (2/15/51) and his wife, Alola, have three daughters, PhillisMcKinney, Traci and Janee; and one son, Bryan.

Running Backs29th Year

GARY

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Scott Frost joined the Oregon coaching staff as itswide receivers coach on Jan. 26, 2009, with thehopes of utilizing his experience as a national championship quarter-

back as well as a six-year NFL veteran. Oregon’s performance since thatpoint — a 22-4 mark with two conference titles and two BCS bowl appear-ances — proves that Frost and the Ducks are indeed a pretty good match.

While Oregon returned a trio starting wide receivers heading into the2010 season, Frost played a vital role in improving the receiving produc-tion of all three while further honing their blocking skills. One result wasa breakout year for Jeff Maehl, who became a first-team all-conferencechoice and set the Ducks’ single-season record with 12 touchdown catch-es, tied the single-season mark with 77 receptions and finished his careerwith a pass-catching streak of 33 games.

As a collegiate standout, Frost quarterbacked the University ofNebraska to the 1997 national championship and a 42-17 Orange Bowlwin over Tennessee.

He brings with him a wide array of experience as a standout collegiatequarterback and a coaching background that encompasses the defensiveside of the ball, as well as special teams.

He is no stranger to the West Coast as he began his collegiate career asa two-year letterman at Stanford in 1993 and ’94 before transferring toNebraska in 1995. The Huskers’ two-year starter and 1997 Johnny UnitasGolden Arm Award finalist quarterbacked teams to a 24-2 record whilecompleting 192 of 359 passes for 2,677 yards and 18 career touchdowns.Included was a senior season in which he became only the 10th player incollege football history to both run (1,095 yds.) and pass (1,237 yds.) for1,000 yards in a single season.

Following his collegiate career, Frost was selected in the third round (67thpick) of the 1998 NFL Draft by the New York Jets, where he played safetyand special teams from 1998-2000. His professional football career includedstops in Cleveland (2001), Green Bay (2001-02) and Tampa Bay (2004).

The two-time first-team academic all-conference choice and 1997 sec-ond-team Academic All-American graduated with a B.A. degree in financefrom Nebraska in 1997.

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SCOTT

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John Neal, who has accumulated 29 years ofexperience tutoring defensive secondaries in thePac-10, SEC, Conference USA and WAC, is entering his ninth sea-son with Oregon.

The personable Mountain View, Calif., native has fostered an aggres-sive mentality amongst his players at every place he has coached that isconducive to his defenders focusing on the football as much as opponents’receivers. The result has been the building of secondaries that have beenamong the nation’s leaders in interceptions while producing numerousNFL draft picks, including four over the past two seasons. One of thosepicks — Jairus Byrd — led the NFL with nine interceptions as a rookiewith the Buffalo Bills in 2009.

During Oregon’s BCS National Championship Game run in 2010, theDucks ranked sixth in the country with 21 interceptions as secondarymates John Boyett (5) and Cliff Harris (6) combined for 11. Harris led thePac-10 in picks and also paced the country in passes defended (23) whileearning second-team All-America honors at cornerback. UO’s other cor-ner, Talmadge Jackson III, was named first-team all-conference.

Neal’s 2010 charges also played a large role in Oregon ranking seventhnationally in pass efficiency defense (104.00), 12th in scoring defense(18.69) and 20th in opponent third down conversions (35.07%).

What made ’09 remarkable in Eugene was the fact Neal had to devel-op a secondary without two of its top three expectant stalwarts at corner-back with the season-ending injuries to Walter Thurmond III and WillieGlasper in the first half of the season. Yet Talmadge Jackson III tied forfourth in the Pac-10 in interceptions (4) and sixth in passes defended(0.83 avg.).

Oregon finished second in the country with 23 interceptions in 2005,marking the program’s most picks in 37 years, as well as the Pac-10Conference’s runner-up in pass efficiency defense (26th nationally). Nealplayed a major role in the Ducks leading the league in total defense for the firsttime since 1958 as well as pass defense for the second straight year in 2006.

Prior to arriving at Oregon during the spring of 2003, Neal spent eightseasons coaching the defensive backs at Alabama-Birmingham.

Before moving to UAB in 1995, Neal served as secondary coach atMississippi from 1992-94. His 1993 squad led the nation in total defense(234.5 avg.) and ranked third against the pass while allowing the fewesttouchdown passes in the country (5). The Rebels finished sixth nationallyin pass defense while leading the SEC in 1994.

Neal sandwiched a pair of stints as defensive coordinator at Pacific(1990-91) and East Tennessee State (1986) around a three-year tenure asdefensive backs coach at Oregon State (1987-89). The Beavers ranked sec-ond in the Pac-10 in pass defense in 1987 (183.3 avg.).

The 1980 Brigham Young graduate earned All-WAC honors at defen-sive back as a senior in 1979. He transferred to BYU after playing two sea-sons at Foothill Junior College (Los Altos Hills, Calif.).

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Tom Osborne returned for a second stint withthe Ducks prior to the 2007 season, with thespecial teams coordinator and tight ends coach restoring the lev-

els of productivity and energy of his areas to that prior to his 2000 hiatus.Oregon finished 10th nationally in kickoff returns (24.9 avg.) in 2009,

however better things were in store in 2010. The Ducks led the nation inpunt returns (18.2 avg.) during the regular season, rank 14th in the coun-try in kickoff coverage (19.3 avg.) and 20th in net punting (38.6 avg.).Individually, Cliff Harris is rated second in the country in punt returns(19.5 avg.), while Jackson Rice improved his punting average from 40.5yards per kick to 43.1 from his freshman year to the next.

Osborne has been instrumental in the development of 17 All-Americans,17 first-team all-conference standouts and 13 second-team all-league hon-orees in his 30-year coaching career. He was one of last year’s three final-ists for the FootballScoop Special Teams Coordinator of the Year award.

Yet his role tutoring tight ends has not taken a back seat, as evidencedby CBSsports.com naming him one of the top five tight end coaches inthe country in June of 2008. Within his last 16 seasons of his coachingcareer, Osborne has tutored eight tight ends who have made their way intothe NFL.

He also oversaw the development of 2009 first-team All-Pac-10 tightend Ed Dickson, who became Oregon’s all-time leader in receptions (124)and yards (1,557) at the position prior to his selection in the third roundof the 2010 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens. Osborne followed thatup by tutoring tight end David Paulson into becoming a first-team all-conference choice this season.

Osborne was named the Division I-A National Special TeamsCoordinator of the Year by American Football Coaches MonthlyMagazine following the 2003 season. His success in placing a high priori-ty on the different phases of the kicking game has been well documented.

At ASU, Zach Miller earned first-team All-America honors in 2006after catching 50 passes for 484 yards and four touchdowns. Over threeseasons, ASU’s all-time receptions leader at the position caught more pass-es (144) than any other tight end in the country while his yardage (1,512)was second nationally during that span.

Prior to joining the Oregon staff, the Washington native coached run-ning backs and tight ends at Boise State for two seasons (1993-94) andcoached at Portland State from 1986-92.

The 1983 Washington State graduate and former wide receiver servedas a student coach for the Cougars (1981-82) as well as a graduate assis-tant (1983-85) at his alma mater.

Osborne (9/27/60) and his wife, Monica, have one son, Tyler, and onedaughter, Ashley.

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Few coaches have been as successful developing talent as Oregon assis-tant Don Pellum, who also continues to coordinate much of the pro-gram’s recruiting efforts in addition to coaching the team’s middle

and weak-side linebackers.Completing his playing career with the Ducks in 1984, the former start-

ing linebacker continued his association with his alma mater in 1985 as agraduate assistant coach.

Two of his pupils — Casey Matthews and Spencer Paysinger — sharedhonors as the Ducks’ second-leading tacklers that year before Matthews ele-vated his status as the team’s top tackler in 2010 with Paysinger leading allDucks in solo stops. In addition to sharing Oregon’s most outstanding play-er honors, Matthews also earned first-team Pac-10 Conference all-leagueplaudits as a senior and was named one of three finalists for the Lott Trophy,a national defensive award, before being selected in the fourth round of the2011 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles.

Pellum successfully molded a deep linebacking corpsthis past season as six of his players finished among the team’s top 12 tacklers.

His unit was instrumental in Oregon ranking 12th in the country in scor-ing defense (18.7 avg.) in 2010, as well as 27th in rushing defense (128.1avg.). The Ducks ranked 23rd in the country in rushing defense in 2008(119.4 avg.) while finishing second in the Pac-10.

One of Oregon’s most popular former players, Pellum returned to coach-ing on a full-time basis in 1993 following six years as a recruiting coordina-tor in the Pac-10. Pellum was responsible with assembling outstandingrecruiting classes with Oregon and while at California, and has been respon-sible for directing some of the Ducks’ best recruiting efforts in school histo-ry since his return. His recruiting efforts help land him on the list among thenation’s top 25 recruiters by Rivals.com after the Ducks were named the No. 11 recruiting class in the country in 2007.

Pellum (1/26/62) and his wife, Marla, reside in Eugene.

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Tim BruegmanAcademic Coordinator

Eric DayVideo

Callie EvansSecretary

Kenny FarrEquipment Manager

Jim FisherRecruiting

Josh GibsonFootball Ops Admin.

James HarrisNutrition

Jeff HawkinsDir. of Football Ops

Laura JorgensenTickets

Andy McNamaraMedia Services

Steve PohlVideo Coordinator

Jim RadcliffeStrength & Conditioning

Dr. Greg SkaggsDir./Athletic Medicine

Kevin SteilAssoc. Dir. Ath. Medicine

Vicki StrandOperations

Kim TerrellAssoc. Dir. Ath. Medicine

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No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl-Exp. Hometown (High School/Previous College)47 Alonso, Kiko LB 6-4 237 Jr.-1L* Los Gatos, Calif. (Los Gatos)85 Anderson, Anthony DE 6-4 210 So.-1L* Spring Valley, Calif. (Helix)78 Armstrong, Karrington OL 6-2 260 So.-SQ* Reno, Nev. (McQueen)79 Asper, Mark OL 6-7 325 Sr.-3L* Idaho Falls, Idaho (Bonneville)51 Ava, Isaac LB 5-10 238 Fr.-RS* Ewa Beach, Hawaii (St. Louis)24 Barner, Kenjon RB 5-11 180 Jr.-2L* Riverside, Calif. (Notre Dame)31 Bassett, Kenny RB 5-9 175 Fr.-RS* Beverly Hills, Calif. (Beverly Hills)93 Beard, Rob PK 6-0 225 Jr.-2L* Fullerton, Calif. (Troy)2 Bennett, Bryan QB 6-2 193 Fr.-RS* Encino, Calif. (Crespi)

71 Benyard III, Everett OL 6-7 325 So.-SQ* San Diego, Calif. (Cathedral Catholic)12 Blackmon, Devon WR 6-1 177 Fr.-HS Fontana, Calif. (Fontana)37 Blake, Anthony RB 5-10 190 So.-TR* Portland, Ore. (Holy Cross/Jesuit)20 Boyett, John FS 5-10 198 Jr.-2L* Napa, Calif. (Napa)26 Butterfield, Ben WR 6-0 186 So.-SQ* Sherwood, Ore. (Sherwood)9 Cantu, Blake WR 6-0 203 So.-SQ* Southlake, Texas (Carroll)

28 Carson, Tra RB 6-0 227 Fr.-HS Texarkana, Texas (Liberty-Eylau HS)34 Cassell, Rahim LB 6-0 205 Fr.-HS Lakewood, Calif. (Lakewood)60 Clanton, Ryan OL 6-5 294 Jr.-JC* Bakersfield, Calif. (CC of San Francisco/Bakersfield Christian)46 Clay, Michael LB 5-11 220 Jr.-2L San Jose, Calif. (Bellarmine College Prep)61 Cody, Nick OL 6-5 296 Jr.-2L* Brush Prairie, Wash. (Hockinson)30 Cole, Nick WR 6-3 195 So.-SQ* Concord, Calif. (Clayton Valley)33 Coleman, Tyson LB 6-1 203 Fr.-HS Lake Oswego, Ore. (Lake Oswego)4 Dargan, Erick S 5-11 206 Fr.-RS* Pittsburg, Calif. (Pittsburg)

84 Delaney, Chad WR 6-0 181 So.-SQ* Elmira, Ore. (Elmira)5 Dixon, Issac DB 5-11 185 Fr.-HS Miami Gardens, Fla. (Monsignor Pace)

19 Dungy, Eric WR 6-1 171 Fr.-RS* Tampa, Fla. (Plant)91 Ebanez, Dane WR 5-9 174 So.-SQ* North Pole, Alaska (North Pole)97 Ebert, Jared DL 6-5 285 Jr.-JC Iowa City, Iowa (Iowa Western CC/Iowa City West)14 Ekpre-Olomu, Ifo CB 5-10 182 Fr.-HS Chino Hills, Calif. (Chino Hills)58 Euscher, James OL 6-7 275 Fr.-HS Aloha, Ore. (Aloha)75 Fisher, Jake OL 6-6 270 Fr.-HS Traverse City, Mich. (Traverse City West)33 Forde, Ayele RB 5-7 179 Fr.-RS* Victorville, Calif. (Silverado)57 Fox, Trevor OL 6-5 280 So.-SQ* Temecula, Calif. (Chaparral)82 French, Christian TE 6-5 236 Fr.-HS Cedar Rapids, Iowa (John F. Kennedy)26 Garrick, Carlyle LB 6-2 204 Fr.-HS Castro Valley, Calif. (Castro Valley)38 Garrity, Mike LB 6-1 221 Fr.-RS* San Carlos, Calif. (Archbishop Riordan)18 Gildon, Anthony CB 6-1 180 Sr.-2L* Simi Valley, Calif. (Oaks Christian)70 Golpashin, Ramsen OL 6-4 275 Sr.-1L* Saugus, Calif. (Saugus)28 Grady, Scott CB 5-11 180 Jr.-2L* Tigard, Ore. (Tigard)55 Grasu, Hroniss OL 6-3 278 Fr.-RS* Encino, Calif. (Crespi)63 Greig, Mana OL 5-11 291 So.-1L* Kailua, Hawaii (St. Louis)60 Hagen, Ryan DT 6-3 284 So.-SQ* Brea, Calif. (Troy)14 Haines, Dustin QB 6-3 204 So.-1L* Eugene, Ore. (South Eugene)44 Hanna, Brandon DE 6-2 240 Sr.-2L* Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (Lake City)48 Hardrick, Rodney LB 6-1 225 Fr.-HS Colton, Calif. (Colton)13 Harris, Cliff CB 5-11 165 Jr.-2L Fresno, Calif. (Edison)66 Hart, Taylor DT 6-6 275 So.-1L* Tualatin, Ore. (Tualatin)16 Hawkins, Daryle QB 6-4 197 So.-1L* Omaha, Neb. (Omaha Central)90 Heimuli, Ricky DT 6-4 321 So.-1L Glendale, Utah (Brighton)2 Hill, Troy CB 5-11 165 Fr.-RS* Ventura, Calif. (St. Boneventure)

81 Hoffman, Justin WR 6-1 206 Jr.-2L* Eugene, Ore. (Churchill)50 Howell, Drew LS 6-2 220 So.-1L Tehachapi, Calif. (Tehechapi)1 Huff, Josh WR 5-11 207 So.-1L Houston, Texas (Nimitz)

12 Jackson, Brian DB 5-10 194 So.-1L* Hoover, Ala. (Hoover)21 James, LaMichael RB 5-9 185 Jr.-2L* Texarkana, Texas (Liberty-Eylau)

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No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Cl-Exp. Hometown (High School/Previous College)64 Johnstone, Tyler OL 6-6 250 Fr.-HS Chandler, Ariz. (Hamilton)96 Jordan, Dion DE 6-7 231 Jr.-2L* Chandler, Ariz. (Chandler)56 Kaddu, Josh LB 6-3 230 Sr.-3L Vacaville, Calif. (Vacaville)98 Kafovalu, David DL 6-3 250 Fr.-RS* Riverside, Calif. (Arlington)43 Kamalani, Keloni LB 5-11 216 So.-1L* Kihei, Hawaii (Kamehameha Maui)99 Kamp, Sam DL 6-4 247 Fr.-HS Mesa, Ariz. (Mountain View)92 Keliikipi, Wade DT 6-3 289 So.-1L* Waianae, Hawaii (Waianae)23 Kelley, B.J. WR 6-2 175 Fr.-HS Fresno, Calif. (Central)95 Ka’ai, Koa DE 6-4 245 Fr.-HS Honolulu, Hawaii (Kamehameha)25 Lokombo, Boseko LB 6-3 223 So.-1L* Abbotsford, British Columbia (W.J. Mouat Secondary)7 Lowe, Keanon WR 5-9 173 Fr.-RS* Portland, Ore. (Jesuit)

32 Lyerla, Colt TE 6-5 225 Fr.-HS Hillsboro, Ore. (Hillsboro)32 Maffie, J.R. DB 5-11 197 So.-SQ* Diamond Bar, Calif. (Bishop Amat)41 Maldonado, Alejandro K/P 5-10 198 So.-SQ Colton, Calif. (Colton)22 Malone Jr., Derrick LB 6-2 200 Fr.-RS* Colton, Calif. (Colton)8 Mariota, Marcus QB 6-4 194 Fr.-HS Honolulu, Hawaii (St. Louis)3 Mathis, Dior CB 5-9 170 Fr.-RS* Detroit, Mich. (Cass Tech)

94 McQuaw, Axel DL 6-6 275 So.-RS* Waldport, Ore. (Waldport)27 Mitchell, Terrance DB 6-0 183 Fr.-RS* Sacramento, Calif. (Luther Burbank)87 Morrison, Nick DL 6-4 250 Jr.-TR Everett, Wash. (Reedley [Calif.] College)89 Murphy, Will WR 6-2 183 Jr.-1L* Albany, Ore. (West Albany)85 Musgrove, Nick TE 6-2 230 Sr.-SQ* Eugene, Ore. (Churchill)59 Palmer, Jeff SS 5-10 195 Jr.-2L* Dana Point, Calif. (Santa Margarita)31 Patterson, Avery CB 5-10 175 So.-1L* Pittsburg, Calif. (Pittsburg)42 Paulson, David TE 6-4 241 Sr.-2L* Auburn, Wash. (Riverside)11 Pleasant, Eddie ROV 5-11 213 Sr.-3L* La Palma, Calif. (Kennedy)68 Prater, Jamal OL 6-4 290 Fr.-HS Etiwanda, Calif. (Etiwanda)65 Remington, Isaac DT 6-4 286 Jr.-JC* Queen Creek, Ariz. (Phoenix College/Valley Christian)49 Rice, Jackson P 6-3 225 Jr.-2L Moraga, Calif. (Campolindo)67 Sanford, Josh OL 6-2 276 Sr.-SQ* St. Helens, Ore. (Coll. of Siskiyous/Port Angeles)17 Scales, James DB 5-10 185 Fr.-RS* Greensboro, N.C. (Northern Guilford)48 Solis, Eric K 5-10 182 So.-SQ Sherman Oaks, Calif. (Notre Dame)73 Spickerman, Brenton OL 6-6 282 So.-1L* West Linn, Ore. (Jesuit)41 Stanton, Blake WR 5-11 202 Fr.-HS Los Angeles, Calif. (Crespi)54 Stevens, Hamani OL 6-4 288 Fr.-RS* Hemet, Calif. (Hemet)53 Stewart, Jennings LB 6-3 217 Jr.-SQ* Grants Pass, Ore. (Grants Pass)52 Stuckey, Dewitt LB 5-11 221 Sr.-3L Stockton, Calif. (Lincoln)88 Sumler, Tacoi WR 5-9 166 Fr.-HS Miami, Fla. (Christopher Colombus)86 Teague, Brian TE 6-3 258 So.-SQ* Portland, Ore. (David Douglas)5 Thomas, Darron QB 6-3 215 Jr.-2L* Houston, Texas (Aldine)6 Thomas, De’Anthony RB 5-9 160 Fr.-HS Los Angeles, Calif. (Crenshaw)

40 Thompson, Blake LB 5-11 230 Sr.-SQ* Cottage Grove, Ore. (Cottage Grove)59 Thompson, Grant LB 5-11 213 Fr.-RS* Cottage Grove, Ore. (Cottage Grove)80 Tuinei, Lavasier WR 6-5 216 Sr.-2L Arcadia, Ind. (Golden West C.C./Hamilton Heights)45 Turner, Terrell DE 6-3 273 Sr.-2L* Los Angeles, Calif. (Crenshaw)10 Vaughn, Rahsaan WR 6-2 192 Jr.-JC Freemont, Calif. (College of San Mateo/Wash.)98 Voeller, Dallen TE 6-3 210 Fr.-RS* West Linn, Ore. (West Linn)35 Wallace, Anthony LB 6-0 221 Fr.-HS Dallas, Texas (Skyline)91 Washington, Tony DE 6-3 255 Fr.-RS* Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. (Los Osos)74 Weems, Darrion OL 6-5 292 Sr.-2L* Winnetka, Calif. (Taft)83 White, Curtis TE 6-4 250 Fr.-RS* Eugene, Ore. (Sheldon)87 Williams, Brandon TE 6-4 237 Sr.-1L* Merrionette Park, Ill. (Joliet JC/Eisenhower)77 York, Carson OL 6-5 286 Jr.-2L* Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (Lake City)72 Yruretagoyena, Andre OL 6-5 260 Fr.-HS Scottsdale, Ariz. (Chaparral)

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2010> Consensus All-America

> First-team All-America (FWAA, Sporting News, Scout.com, SI.com, ESPN.com)

> CFPA Punt Returner Performer of the Year

> First-team All-Pac-10 (PR) (Pac-10 Coaches, Phil Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)

> First-team All-Pac-10 (CB) (Phil Steele, Scout.com)

> Pac-10 Player of the Week (Defense vs. Stanford)

> Pac-10 Player of the Week (Special Teams vs. New Mexico; at California)

> CFPA Performer of the Week (PR) (vs. New Mexico; at Washington St.; at Cal)

Honors & Awards>

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> 2010 — The most decorated return man in a single season in Oregon history

was named All-America by the Football Writers Association of America, SportingNews, SI.com and ESPN.com, and earned second-team All-America status as a cor-

nerback according to the Associated Press and SI.com … One of just four consen-

sus All-America picks in school history and first as a returner/all-purpose player …

College Football Performance Awards punt returner performer of the year trophy

recipient … Garnered All-Pac-10 accolades as a punt returner (Coaches, Phil

Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com) and cornerback (Phil Steele), as well as second-team

honors at his defensive position (Coaches, Rivals.com, Scout.com) … One of 10

semifinalists for the Jim Thorpe Award, presented to the nation’s top defensive

back, and on the watch list for the Chuck Bednarik Award, given to the top defen-

sive player in the country … Led the NCAA with 23 passes defended (1.77 per

game) and 17 pass breakups while ranking second in punt returns, averaging 18.8

yards … Also the FBS leader with four touchdowns on punt returns and six

all-purpose plays of 60 yards or more … Pac-10 leader in interceptions with six

(tied for No. 10 in NCAA at 0.46 per game) … Set the UO single-season mark

and tied the career record with four punt returns for touchdowns … Also estab-

lished Oregon season records for punt return yards (546) and average … Five total

non-offensive TDs (including one interception return) — all this season — are tied

for most in a career at Oregon … First career fumble recovery, interception

returned 22 yards, two breakups and three solo tackles in BCS National

Championship vs. Auburn … Three tackles and one breakup in BCS-clinching

win at Oregon State … Named College Football Performance Awards (CFPA)

national punt returner performer of the week and Pac-10 Player of the Week (spe-

cial teams) for Week 11 after his 64-yard punt return for touchdown in win at Cal

… Two pass breakups, career-high 179 all-purpose yards after returning a pair of

kickoffs for 52 yards and four punts for 127 yards in win vs. Washington …

Included against the Huskies was a career-long 79-yard punt return … Returned

four punts for 83 yards, including a 67-yard touchdown in win at Washington

State, garnering national punt returner performer of the week honors from the

CFPA … Had a career-high two interceptions in win over Stanford to go with five

tackles en route to Pac-10 player of the week honors (defense) … Returned an

interception 76 yards for a touchdown, made one tackle and had a pair of pass

breakups in win at Tennessee … Earned Pac-10 Player of the Week (special teams)

after becoming the first UO player to return two punts for touchdowns in a single

game, taking one back for 61 yards and the next for 64 vs. New Mexico … Also

garnered punt returner performer of the week from the CFPA after his effort

against the Lobos … Tied the conference single-game record for punt return TDs,

which was last accomplished by USC’s Mike Garrett in 1965.

> 2009 — Injuries in the defensive secondary necessitated a change in redshirt

plans as he made his collegiate debut in the sixth game of the year at UCLA …

Was credited with one unassisted tackle and one pass broken up in his opening

appearance … Responded the next game to post five stops at Washington, in

addition to breaking up a pair of passes and halting a Husky scoring drive with

an interception in the end zone, before posting a season-high six tackles at

Arizona … In only eight appearances, tallied 12 unassisted stops among his 19

tackles, in addition to leading the team with eight passes broken up … Parlayed

a pair of kickoff returns for 49 yards in the Rose Bowl, including a 42-yard run-

back, with a trio of unassisted tackles.

> Cornerback CLIFF HARRIS was named All-America by the Football Writers

Association of America, Sporting News, SI.com and ESPN.com, and earned second-

team All-America status as a cornerback according to the Associated Press and SI.com.

> Cornerback > Junior > 5-11 > 165Fresno, Calif. (Edison)

Cliffharris

2010> Doak Walker Award (Nation’s Top RB)

> Heisman Trophy Finalist

> First-team All-America (AFCA, AP, FWAA, Sporting News, Walter Camp,

Scout.com, SI.com, ESPN.com)

> First-team All-Pac 10 (Pac-10 Coaches, Phil Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)

> First-team Pac-10 All-Academic

> Walter Camp National Player of the Week (Stanford)

> Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense vs. Stanford)

> CFPA Performer of the Week (RB) (Portland State, Stanford)

> Team’s Most Outstanding Player (Skeie’s Award)

2009> Pac-10 Offensive Freshman of the Year (Pac-10 Coaches)

> National Freshman Performer of the Year (College Football Performance Awards)

> Freshman All-America (FWAA, CollegeFootballNews.com)

> Third-team All-American (AP, Sporting News)

> Second-team All-Freshman (Phil Steele Publications)

> First-team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Pub., Rivals.com, ESPN.com)

> Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (Sporting News)

> Second-team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches)

> Pac-10 All-Freshman (Sporting News)

> Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense vs. USC)


Honors & Awards>

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> 2011 — Rushed for 78 yards on just three carries and accounted for the spring

game’s lone touchdown, a 67-yard scamper, in the Green Team’s 16-0 victory.

> 2010 — Oregon’s first unanimous All-American, selected first team by the AP,

AFCA, FWAA, Sporting News, WCFF, SI.com, ESPN.com and Scout.com …

Recipient of the Doak Walker Award as the nation’s top running back … Also gar-

nered All-America acclaim from SI.com and Scout.com … Finalist for the Heisman

Trophy, finished third in the voting … One of three finalists for the 2010 Walter

Camp Player of the Year award … One of just four conference players to earn both

Pac-10 All-Academic and All-Pac-10 first-team honors … Also chosen first-team

All-Pac-10 by Phil Steele, Scout.com and Rivals.com … Semifinalist for the 76th

annual Maxwell Award, presented to the collegiate player of the year … National

leader in rushing (144.2) and scoring average (12.0) while ranking seventh in

all-purpose yards (168.4) … Led the NCAA in overall rushing yards with 1,731,

which set a new Oregon single-season record … 24 touchdowns (21 rush/3 rec)

established a UO season record … Fastest player to 1,000 rushing yards in a season

(7 games) also became the fastest to 2,000 (16 games) and 3,000 (23 games) for a

career in school history … Ranks second all-time at Oregon with 3,277 rushing

yards and 35 rushing touchdowns … Has surpassed the 100-yard rushing mark in

18 of 25 career games played … Had at least one rushing TD in all but two games

… Four receptions for 39 yards and a career-high two receiving touchdowns in BCS

National Championship Game vs. Auburn … Game-high 134 yards on 28 carries

with a pair of touchdowns in win at Oregon State … … Ran for a game-high 239

yards and three touchdowns on a career-best 36 attempts in win at USC … Rushed

25 times for 136 yards and two touchdowns, and caught two passes for 87 yards,

including his first career receiving score on an 84-yard grab in win at Washington

State … Named Walter Camp National Offensive Player of the Week, Pac-10

Player of the Week (offense) and national running back performer of the week by

the College Football Performance Awards after establishing career highs with 257

rushing yards on 31 carries in win over Stanford … Eclipsed the 200-yard rushing

barrier for the first time as a collegian with 227 yards vs. Portland State.

> 2009 — Named the Pac-10’s offensive freshman of the year and earned the

team’s most outstanding player accolades … The second-team all-conference

choice and first-team Freshman All-America (CollegeFootballNews.com) …

ranked ninth in the country in rushing (118.9 avg.) as the nation’s third-leading

freshman … Also selected national freshman performer of the year by the College

Football Performance Awards … The Ducks’ first freshman to surpass 1,000 rush-

ing yards in a single season (1,546 yds.) eclipsed the Pac-10 freshman rushing

record with 166 yards in last regular-season outing vs. Oregon State … Equaled

school records by extending his string of consecutive 100-yard efforts to seven with

his ninth game over the century mark on the season before he was held to 70 yards

in the Rose Bowl against Ohio State… Ran for 14 touchdowns — the third-high-

est one-year output in school history … Had nine carries of 30 yards or more and

four totes more than 50 yards, while leading the nation with 21 carries in excess of

20 yards … Made the most of his collegiate starting debut against Utah by rush-

ing for 152 yards and one touchdown on 27 carries against the Utes.

> 2008 — Redshirted.

LaMichaeljames> Running Back > Junior > 5-9 > 185

Texarkana, Texas (Liberty-Eylau)

> Running back LAMICHAEL JAMES is the fastest Oregon player to reach

1,000 rushing yards in a season (7 games) also became the fastest to 2,000 (16 games)

and 3,000 (23 games) for a career in school history.

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2010> Second-team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches, Phil Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)


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> 2011 — Clocked a time of 4.15 seconds in the shuttle to tie for the lead among

quarterbacks and kickers during winter conditioning … hit 15 of 21 passes for 129

yards in a 16-0 win for the Green Team in the spring game.

> 2010 — Co-recipient of the Skeie’s Award as the team’s most outstanding

player … Second-team All-Pac-10 as chosen by the conference coaches, Phil Steele,

Scout.com and Rivals.com … Second among conference quarterbacks and 17th

nationally in passing efficiency (150.70) … Second in the Pac-10 and tied for

11th nationally with 30 touchdowns — the second-most in team history …

Second in the conference and 13th in the NCAA in points responsible for at 16.46

per game … Was on the watch list for the Manning Award and one of 15 semifi-

nalists for the Davey O’Brien Award … 2,881 passing yards ranks fifth and 3,349

yards of total offense ranks second in a single season at UO … Set individual

single-game highs of 363 yards, 27 completions and 40 attempts in BCS

Championship Game vs. Auburn … Tossed a pair of touchdowns and two

interceptions vs. the Tigers as well as an 81-yard completion to Jeff Maehl which

set the mark as the longest in BCS Championship Game history … Had nearly

identical lines over the final two regular season games, completing 14-of-24

attempts against both Arizona and Oregon State … Passed for 148 yards and three

scores (1 INT) in win vs. the Wildcats, and 145 yards and a pair of TDs against

the Beavers … Also rushed six times for 62 yards vs. Arizona … Went 15-of-29

and held to 155 passing yards in win at Cal, but threw a touchdown pass for the

10th straight game … Rushed for 34 yards on 16 carries vs. the Golden Bears,

highlighted by a 7-yard scamper on third and 6 with 4:26 on the clock during

UO’s game-ending drive … Tossed a career-high 24 completions in 33 attempts

for 243 yards and a touchdown; carried 12 times for 89 yards and two TDs in win

vs. Washington … Matched his career mark with four touchdown passes in win at

USC, completing 19-of-32 attempts for 288 yards … Totaled 330 yards against

the Trojans, thanks to 42 rushing yards on eight carries … Piloted the victory over

then-No. 9 Stanford, completing 20 passes (29 attempts) for 238 yards and three

touchdowns, while adding a career-best 117 rushing yards and another score …

Earned weekly honorable mention from both the Davey O’Brien and Manning

quarterback awards for his efforts vs. the Cardinal … Tossed a career single-game

high four touchdowns against Portland State (all in the first half) while complet-

ing nine of 18 passes for 140 yards … Also added 50 yards rushing vs. the Vikings,

including a career-long 35-yard scamper.

> 2009 — Redshirted.

> 2008 — Pulled out of a potential redshirt year in the second half of the fourth

game of the season and came close to overcoming a 24-point fourth-quarter deficit,

completing 13-of-25 passes for 210 yards and three touchdowns in the final 15 min-

utes of a 37-32 setback against Boise State … His three TDs and 210 yards against

the Broncos were the most ever by a UO freshman quarterback in a debut and he

became the first Oregon signal-caller in 11 seasons to throw a touchdown in his

inaugural appearance … Connected on 3-of-8 pass attempts for 58 yards in his final

four outings, including a 35-yard option pass in the win at Oregon State … Rushed

six times for 24 yards and a touchdown at Washington State.

> Quarterback DARRON THOMAS was named co-recipient of the Skeie’s

Award as the team’s most outstanding player and second-team All-Pac-10 as chosen by

the conference coaches, Phil Steele, Scout.com and Rivals.com in 2010.

> Quarterback > Junior > 6-3 > 215Houston, Texas (Aldine)

Darronthomas

ASPER at a glance>� 2011 Led all offensive linemen

with a 500-pound squat during

winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Started 11 of 13 games at

right tackle … Helped pave the way for the nation’s leading rusher

and fourth-best rushing offense in the FBS (286.23) … Came off

the bench in wins at Washington State and USC.

>� 2009 Oregon’s starting right guard in 12 of 13 games … Was

in on 70 or more plays in 6-of-13 games, including 94 snaps at

Arizona … Recorded 54 pancake blocks, just behind Jordan

Holmes’ team-high 55.

>� 2008 Saw action in seven games as a redshirt freshman … Drew

his first career start, playing right tackle, in Oregon’s Holiday Bowl

victory over Oklahoma State … Took part in 27 snaps vs. Utah

State, as well as 17 at Washington State and 16 against Arizona State.

>� 2007 Redshirted after being away from the game for a two-year

religious mission commitment.

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Mark Asper>Offensive Lineman > Senior > 6-7 > 325 > Idaho Falls, Idaho (Bonneville)


> Offensive lineman MARK ASPER started 11 of 13 games at right tackle in

2010 and helped pave the way for the nation’s leading rusher and fourth-best rushing

offense in the Football Bowl Subdivision (286.23).

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Kenjon Barner>Running Back > Junior > 5-11 > 180 > Riverside, Calif. (Notre Dame HS)


BARNER at a glance>� 2011 Led all running backs with

times of 3.91 seconds in the shuttle

and 7.09 seconds in the “L” run dur-

ing winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Fourth-leading scorer (54 points) and second-leading rush-

er (551 yards) … Ranked second on the team with 94.5 all-purpose

yards per game … Posted the second 100-yard rushing game of his

career, totaling 133 yards and a touchdown on the ground at Oregon

State … Also caught a TD pass in win over the Beavers … Returned

a punt 80 yards for a score against the Volunteers, equaling the

school’s eighth-longest punt return in school history … Rushed for

147 yards and accounted for five touchdowns in the season-opening

win vs. New Mexico … Ran for scores of 1, 25, 10 and 41 yards in

addition to taking a screen pass 60 yards to the end zone, tying the

school’s modern day single-game record for most touchdowns scored

… Named Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Week for Week 1 …

Tabbed as the national punt returner performer of the week by the

College Football Performance Awards following Week 2.

>� 2009 The Pac-10’s all-conference honorable mention choice

saved his best for last, exploding for 420 all-purpose yards over his

last two games, to set a single-season school record with 1,020 yards

in kickoff returns … Accumulated what was then a season-high 193

all-purpose yards in the regular-season finale vs. Oregon State before

racking up 227 yards in the Rose Bowl … Included was a season-

high 160 yards on eight kickoff returns against the Beavers before

running for a collegiate-best 64 yards vs. Ohio State… Finished

ninth on school’s one-season all-purpose yards chart (1,553) … Yet

it was his 5-yard run on fourth down late in the game which secured

the Civil War win … Led the Ducks with a game-high 156 all-pur-

pose yards against UCLA, thanks in large part to his 100-yard kick-

off return for a score to provide the second-half spark and led to his

acclaim as the Pac-10’s special teams player of the week.

>� 2008 Redshirted.

> Running back KENJON BARNER was the Ducks’ fourth-leading scorer (54

points) and second-leading rusher (551 yards) in 2010 and ranked second on the team

with 94.5 all-purpose yards per game.

242010> Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense vs. New Mexico)

> CFPA Punt Returner Performer of the Week (at Tennessee)

> Paul Hornung Performance of the Week (vs. New Mexico, at Tennessee)

2009> Second-team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications, Rivals.com)


> All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches)

> Pac-10 Player of the Week (Special Teams at UCLA)

Honors

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John Boyett>Free Safety > Junior > 5-10 > 198 > Napa, Calif. (Napa)


BOYETT at a glance>� 2011 Led all defensive backs with

a 3.91 shuttle and a 6.84 “L” Run

while finishing second in the power

clean (314 pounds) and squat (415

pounds) during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 All-America second-team choice by SI.com … All-Pac-10

second team according to Phil Steele Publications … Tied for third

in the Pac-10 and 22nd in the nation with 0.38 interceptions per

game … Ranks 18th nationally and second in the conference in

passes defended with an average of 1.08 per game … Finished sec-

ond on the team with 78 tackles … Team-high 11 tackles in BCS

Championship Game vs. Auburn … Had a game-high 11 tackles

and scored the first touchdown of his career on a 39-yard intercep-

tion return in win at Arizona State.

>� 2009 Became the school’s first freshman to lead the Ducks in

tackles since the defensive records were first consistently accumulat-

ed in 1969 … He completed his first season with a team-high 90

stops, parlaying his efforts into being named first-team freshman

All-America (CollegeFootballNews.com and Phil Steele

Publications) … Credited with a career-high 12 stops in the Rose

Bowl setback to Ohio State, he paced his team in tackles on three

occasions while eclipsing double figures three times … Made what

was potentially a game-saving play vs. Purdue, knocking a receiver

out of the back of the end zone in the final seconds to break-up a

two-point conversion attempt.


> Free safety JOHN BOYETT was named second-team All-America by SI.com,

All-Pac-10 second team according to Phil Steele Publications and tied for third in the

Pac-10 and 22nd in the nation with 0.38 interceptions per game.

202010> Second-team All-America (SI.com)

> First-team All-Pac-10 (Scout.com)

2009> Freshman All-America (FWAA, CollegeFootballNews.com)

> First-team All-Freshman (Phil Steele Publications)

> Second-team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications)


Honors

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Josh Huff>Wide Receiver > Sophomore > 5-11 > 207 > Houston, Texas (Nimitz)


HUFF at a glance>� 2011 Led all receivers with a

31.5-inch vertical leap, a 305-pound

bench press, a 2.85-second fly 30

and a 4.65-second electronic 40-

yard during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 The lone true freshman on offense played in all 13 games,

starting two … Second on the team with 1,086 all-purpose yards

and tied for fifth in scoring with five touchdowns … UO’s top kick

returner ranked sixth in the Pac-10 at 24.7 yards per return … UO’s

fifth-leading receiver (303 yards) and rusher (214 yards) … Game-

changing 85-yard touchdown run — tied for the third-longest in

UO history — to give the Ducks their first lead in the third quarter

vs. Arizona … Finished with a game-high 186 all-purpose yards

(103 yards rush, 18 rec, 65 kick ret) against the Wildcats …

Accounted for his first touchdown as a collegian on an 18-yard run

vs. Portland State while adding 13 rushing yards on a second carry,

as well as catching one pass for 4 yards.

> Wide receiver JOSH HUFF was the lone true freshman on Oregon’s offense who

played in all 13 games, starting two. He also was second on the team with 1,086 all-purpose

yards and tied for fifth in scoring with five touchdowns.

42010> Team First-Year Player of the Year (Casanova Award)

Honors

& Awards

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Josh Kaddu>Linebacker > Senior > 6-3 > 230 > Vacaville, Calif. (Vacaville)


KADDU at a glance>� 2011 Led all linebackers with a

32.5-inch vertical leap during


>� 2010 Three-game starter at

SAM linebacker tied for fifth on the team with 6.5 TFLs … One

sack for a 14-yard loss and three tackles in win over Washington …

Team-high (tie) four solo stops among his five tackles in win vs.

Portland State … First career pass breakup to go with three tackles

and 1.0 TFL for a 3-yard loss in victory at Tennessee.

>� 2009 Accumulated 21 tackles in seven appearances, with four

tackles for loss and one sack … Made his debut in the starting line-

up against Utah, posting four tackles against the Utes … Increased

his playing time with each game before a foot injury forced him to

the sidelines for the rest of the regular season prior to the USC game.

>� 2008 Originally expected to redshirt, was called on to fill a spe-

cial teams void five games into the season … Appeared in six games

and totaled five tackles, including a pair of solo stops in his debut at

Washington State … Also made a pair of tackles at Oregon State.

> Linebacker JOSH KADDU led all Oregon linebackers with a 32.5-inch vertical

leap during 2011 winter conditioning. He was a three-game starter at SAM linebacker

and tied for fifth on the team with 6.5 TFLs in 2010.

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David Paulson>Tight End > Senior > 6-4 > 241 > Auburn, Wash. (Riverside)


PAULSON at a glance>� 2011 Led all tight ends and long

snappers in vertical leap (28.5 inch-

es), fly 30 (3.09 seconds), shuttle

(4.21 seconds) and “L” run (7.27)

during winter conditioning … led

the White Team with four catches for 42 yards in the spring game.

>� 2010 Honorable mention All-America selection by SI.com …

First-team All-Pac-10 according to the conference coaches and

Scout.com, and a second-team choice by Phil Steele … Pac-10

All-Academic first team … One of just four conference players to

be named first-team All-Pac-10 and All-Academic … Third on the

team in receiving yards with 418 and second among receivers/tight

ends with four touchdowns … Led all players who made at least 13

catches, averaging 17.4 yards per reception … Started every game

at tight end and logged the second-most plays on the team …

Caught three passes for 48 yards in the BCS National

Championship Game vs. Auburn … Career-long 61-yard recep-

tion among his two catches for a team-high 76 yards at Arizona

State … Caught a touchdown for the second straight game and had

four receptions and 61 yards in win at Tennessee.

>� 2009 Emerged as a dependable option coming off the bench and

one of the Ducks’ most improved contributors, both as a receiver as

well as from the line of scrimmage … Added a personal single-game

high three catches for 20 yards vs. Washington State … His season-

best 59 receiving yards at Washington included a 32-yard first-down

catch on third and 25 from the UO 48-yard line … Also made the

deciding block downfield on LaMichael James’ 56-yard TD run

against the Huskies … Selected as a Pac-10 Conference first-team aca-

demic all-league choice with a 3.68 GPA in business administration.

>� 2008 Saw his first game action as a collegian in win over

Utah State.


> Tight end DAVID PAULSON was named an honorable mention All-America

selection by SI.com and first-team All-Pac-10 according to the conference coaches and

Scout.com.

422010> Honorable Mention All-America (SI.com)

> First-team All-Pac 10 (Pac-10 Coaches, Scout.com)


> CFPA Performer of the Week (TE) (UCLA)

2009> First-team Pac-10 Academic All-Conference

Honors

& Awards

>

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PLEASANT at a glance>� 2011 Finished tied for third

among defensive backs with a

286-pound power clean during


>� 2010 UO’s starting rover/strong safety for all 13 games …

Ranked fifth on the team with 65 tackles … Had five tackles and

one pass breakup in win at Oregon State … Five stops vs. Arizona

after racking up six tackles against both Cal and Washington …

Tied his career-high with a pair of sacks, shared the team-lead with

seven tackles at Washington State … Returned a fumble 51 yards to

the 3-yard line, setting up the go-ahead touchdown in win vs.

Stanford … Also had a career-high nine tackles vs. the Cardinal.

>� 2009 Credited with a career-high nine tackles and recovered a

fumble at Boise State, before adding six stops (five unassisted)

against Washington … Contributed six stops at Arizona — all unas-

sisted — including two quarterback sacks for losses of 9 yards …

The 11-game starter picked off his first collegiate interception vs.

Utah, returning it 17 yards … Team’s sixth-leading tackler (54) …

Ranked second on the team with 4.5 QB sacks (tied for 13th in the

Pac-10), and third with 8.0 TFLs.

>� 2008 Top reserve linebacker was also a key contributor on spe-

cial teams, making five of his 16 tackles on kickoffs and one on punt

coverage … Averaged more than 32 plays per game over his 12

appearances … Made a season-high four stops (three solo) and

broke up two passes vs. UCLA.


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Eddie Pleasant>Strong Safety > Senior > 5-11 > 213 > La Palma, Calif. (Kennedy)


> Strong safety EDDIE PLEASANT finished tied for third among Oregon defen-

sive backs with a 286-pound power clean during winter conditioning. In 2010, he was

UO’s starting rover/strong safety for all 13 games.

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Lavasier Tuinei>Wide Receiver > Senior > 6-5 > 216 > Arcadia, Ind. (Golden West CC)


TUINEI at a glance>� 2011 Hauled in a game-high

six passes for 46 yards to lead the

Green Team to a 16-0 win in the

spring game.

>� 2010 A 10-game starter, ranked third in receptions with 36 and

fourth in yards with 396 despite missing two and a half games due

to an injury suffered at Cal … Second-leading receiver in the BCS

Championship Game with 75 yards on three catches, including a

career-long 43-yard reception … Career-high seven catches against

both USC and Washington … Totaled 47 yards vs. the Huskies

and a career-best 78 yards — including a 33-yard TD — against

the Trojans.

>� 2009 Enjoyed his best game at Arizona, grabbing four passes for

60 yards … Included was a 37-yard catch that kept the Ducks’ sec-

ond-quarter touchdown drive alive … Led Oregon in receiving

yards (30) in the Rose Bowl setback to Ohio State, completing his

first season in Eugene as team’s third-leading receiver (24 catches,

217 yards) … Made his first catch in an Oregon uniform against

Cal (1 catch for 1 yard).

> Wide receiver LAVASIER TUINEI was a 10-game starter in 2010, ranking

third in receptions with 36 and fourth in yards with 396 despite missing two and a half

games due to an injury suffered at Cal.

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Terrell Turner>Defensive End > Senior > 6-3 > 273 > Los Angeles, Calif. (Crenshaw)


TURNER at a glance>� 2011 Benched 405 pounds

(best among defensive linemen) at


>� 2010 Co-recipient of the Clarke

Award as the team’s most improved player … 12-game starter … All

5.5 TFLs came in Pac-10 play … Made five stops in BCS

Championship Game vs. Auburn … First career interception, three

tackles and one breakup in win at Oregon State … Career-highs of

seven tackles and 1.5 sacks, totaling a 12-yard loss at Arizona State.

>� 2009 Provided quality depth at the defensive end position,

including a season-high four tackles (all unassisted) vs. California …

Equaled that output with four stops against Arizona State, which

included a quarterback sack for a 9-yard loss … Included in his

totals vs. the Golden Bears were a trio of tackles for loss and two

quarterback sacks … Accumulating 13 solo (21 total tackles).

>� 2008 Appeared in four of the first five games before suffering an

injury at Washington State … Took the field for nine snaps vs. both

Utah State and WSU.


> Defensive end TERRELL TURNER was a co-recipient of the Clarke Award as

the team’s most improved player. All of his 5.5 TFLs came in Pac-10 play and he made

five stops in BCS Championship Game against Auburn.

452010> Team Most Improved Player (Clarke Award)

Honors

& Awards

>

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Darrion Weems>Offensive Lineman > Senior > 6-5 > 292 > Winnetka, Calif. (Taft)


WEEMS at a glance>� 2011 Tied for the second-best

bench press (365 pounds) among

offensive linemen during winter

conditioning.

>� 2010 After starting the season as UO’s top reserve on the offen-

sive line, appeared in 11 games, starting seven … Got the opening

assignment at left tackle at Tennessee and vs. Portland State,

Stanford, Washington and Auburn … Helped pave the way for the

nation’s top running back and No. 4 rushing team overall … Part

of an offensive line that contributed to the top scoring offense (47.0

points per game) and total offense (530.7) in the FBS while rolling

up six games of 300 or more rushing yards.

>� 2009 The reserve offensive lineman made first collegiate start

against USC at left tackle … Started just one game in 2009 but

played at least 20 snaps in 11 of 13 games … Played season-high 67

snaps against the Trojans.

>� 2008 Saw limited playing time behind a veteran offensive line,

appearing in three games … Made his collegiate debut vs. Utah

State, playing a season-high eight snaps … Also took the field at

Oregon State and vs. Oklahoma State in the Holiday Bowl.


> Offensive lineman DARRION WEEMS tied for the second-best bench press

(365 pounds) among offensive linemen during winter conditioning. After starting the 2010

season as UO’s top reserve on the offensive line, Weems ended up starting seven games.

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Carson York>Offensive Lineman > Junior > 6-5 > 286 > Couer d’Alene, Idaho (Lake City)


YORK at a glance>� 2011 Finished second among

all linemen with a 365-pound

bench press.

>� 2010 First-team All-Pac-10

according to Phil Steele and Scout.com, and a second-team selec-

tion by Rivals.com … Also earned Pac-10 first-team All-Academic

honors … Appeared in all 13 games, starting 10 … Helped pave the

way for the nation’s top running back and No. 4 rushing team over-

all … Part of an offensive line that contributed to the top scoring

offense (47.0 points per game) and total offense (530.7) in the FBS

while rolling up six games of 300 or more rushing yards … Named

to preseason All-Pac-10 second team by Phil Steele Publications.

>� 2009 Oregon’s starting left guard in 12-of-13 games … Started

at right guard against USC due to Mark Asper’s injury … Recipient

of first-team Pac-10 All-Academic honors … Awarded freshman

All-American status by two publications … Second-team freshman

All-American by College Football News … Third-team Freshman

All-American by Phil Steele Publications … Played 70 or more

snaps in two games, including a career-high 81 plays at Arizona …

Recorded 41 pancake blocks in the regular season.


> Offensive lineman CARSON YORK was named first-team All-Pac-10

according to Phil Steele and Scout.com, and a second-team selection by Rivals.com. He

also earned Pac-10 first-team All-Academic honors.

772010> First-team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele, Scout.com)


2009> Second-team Freshman All-America (CollegeFootballNews.com)

> Third-team All-Freshman (Phil Steele Publications)


> First-team Pac-10 Academic All-Conference

Honors

& Awards

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2011Oregon Ducks>Meet the Players


47>� 2011 Posted the top mark among linebackers

and third-best overall with a 380-pound

bench press during winter testing … Helped the Oregon Green

team post a shutout with 4 tackles (3 solo) in the Spring Game.

>� 2010 Spent the season rehabilitating from a knee injury suffered dur-

ing the spring.

>� 2009 Oregon’s primary reserve at middle linebacker … Appeared in

the final 12 games, accumulating 13 of his 16 tackles unassist-

ed … Credited with a personal-best four tackles at Washington

… Played 10 or more snaps in nine appearances, including a per-

sonal-best 27 in the Rose Bowl.


Linebacker > Jr. > 6-4 > 237Los Gatos, Calif. (Los Gatos)

KIKO

ALONSO

> 78>� 2011 Tied for the second-best squat (485

pounds) among all offensive linemen dur-


>� 2010 Made lone appearance in win vs. Portland State.

>� 2009 Redshirted his initial collegiate season.

Offensive Line > So. > 6-2 > 260Reno, Nev. (McQueen)

KARRINGTON

ARMSTRONG

>

85>� 2011 Second among defensive linemen with a 31-

inch vertical during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Saw action in six games, including four of the final six … Made

first collegiate tackle vs. Portland State … Had a pair of pass

breakups in his collegiate debut vs. New Mexico.


Defensive End > So. > 6-5 > 210Spring Valley, Calif. (Helix)

ANTHONY

ANDERSON

>

51>� 2011 Benched 365 pounds, the second-best

weight among linebackers.

>� 2010 Key member of the scout team during redshirt season …

Recognized as team’s scout team player of the week on defense

for work during preparations leading up to win vs. Washington

… Scout team player of the week on special teams for looks he

provided in practice before victory vs. Arizona.

Linebacker > RFr. > 5-10 > 238Ewa Beach, Hawaii (St. Louis)

ISAAC

AVA

>

31>� 2011 Benched 295 pounds during winter con-

ditioning, tied for the best among run-

ning backs.


Running Back > RFr. > 5-9 > 175Beverly Hills, Calif. (Beverly Hills)

KENNY

BASSETT

>



93>� 2011 Drilled all three field goal attempts and

added an extra point to lead the Green

Team to a win in the spring game … Cleared 325 pounds on

the bench press during winter conditioning to lead all kickers

and quarterbacks.

>� 2010 All-Pac-10 fourth team according to Phil Steele Publications …

Ranked fourth in the Pac-10 and 36th nationally in scoring with

an average of 8.08 points per game … Ranked eighth on the UO

single-season scoring list with 97 points … Made his first eight

field goal attempts of the season and finished 10 for 13 … .769

FG percentage was good for 10th in a single season at Oregon …

Rushed for a pair of 2-point conversions, including one in the

BCS Championship Game vs. Auburn … Set career-high with 15

points against Portland State.

>� 2009 Oregon's kick-off specialist in his freshman season … Attempted

one field goal (51 yards) against UCLA, which was blocked …

Utilized on 87 kickoffs, averaging 63.0 yards with 10 touch-

backs, while allowing opponents an average starting field posi-

tion of the 27-yard line.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Fourth-Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele)

Kicker > Jr. > 6-0 > 225Fullerton, Calif. (Troy)

ROB

BEARD

> 71>� 2010 Saw his lone action in season opener vs.

New Mexico, playing 11 snaps.


Offensive Line > So. > 6-7 > 325San Diego, Calif. (Cathedral Catholic)

EVERETT

BENYARD

>

3>� 2011 Notched a 32.5 inch vertical jump in win-

ter conditioning, tops among quarterbacks

and kickers … connected on 10-of-18 passes for 98 yards in the

spring game.

>� 2010 Redshirt season … A member of the travel squad all season,

moved up to No. 2 on the QB depth chart following Nate

Costa’s season-ending injury vs. Washington.

Quarterback > RFr. > 6-2 > 193Encino, Calif. (Crespi)

BRYAN

BENNETT

>

37>� 2011 Led all players with a high of 15 carries in

the Oregon Spring Game.


Running Back > So. > 5-10 > 190Portland, Ore. (Holy Cross)

ANTHONY

BLAKE

>

92>� 2011 Finished second of all receivers in the vertical

leap with 31 inches and 275 pounds in the

power clean, during winter conditioning … Also finished second

in the shuttle with 3.96 seconds and 6.93 seconds in the “L” Run,

along with finishing third in the electronic 20 yard dash.

>� 2010 Started at receiver for the victorious White team in the Spring

Game… Tied for second at his position in the electronic 20-yard-

timed dash (2.84).


Wide Receiver > So. > 6-0 > 186Sherwood, Ore. (Sherwood)

BEN

BUTTERFIELD

>

9>� 2011 Benched 295 pounds during winter condi-

tioning, second best among wideouts.

>� 2010 Played in three games, seeing the field against Tennessee,

Portland State and Washington … Made his collegiate debut

against the Volunteers.


Wide Receiver > So. > 6-0 > 203Southlake, Texas (Southlake Carroll)

BLAKE

CANTU

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46>� 2011 Finished the shuttle in 3.96 seconds to lead

all linebackers during winter conditioning, also finished second

in the “L run” (7.02) and the electronic 20-yard (2.86).

>� 2010 Team’s top reserve linebacker … Pac-10 all-Academic honor-

able mention … ranked eighth overall and third among LBs

with 42 tackles … Made four solo tackles in BCS

Championship vs. Auburn … Rushed for 64 yards on a fake

punt, had an interception and two tackles at Oregon State …

Career-high seven tackles in win vs. UCLA … Had four stops

and recovered a fumble in win vs. Portland State.

>� 2009 One of the Ducks’ three true freshmen to experience game

action, was the recipient of the team’s Len Casanova Award as

the first year player who best exemplifies ideals of competitive-

ness, team inspiration and outstanding performance … Snapped

for all of Oregon’s punting situations in addition to accumulat-

ing 32 tackles, including two tackles for loss and one quarterback

sack (8 yards).

HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention

>� 2009 Team First-Year Player of the Year (Casanova)

Linebacker > Jr. > 5-11 > 220San Jose, Calif. (Bellarmine)

MICHAEL

CLAY

>

60>� 2011 Bested all offensive linemen benching 395

pounds, second among all lineman, during winter conditioning,

also finished third in his position in the electronic 10-yard

(1.91) and the electronic 20-yard (3.17).


Offensive Line > Jr. > 6-4 > 294Bakersfield, Calif. (City College of San Francisco)

RYAN

CLANTON

>

61>� 2011 Recorded aa 23-inch vertical leap, tied for

third best among offensive linemen.

>� 2010 Appeared in 10 games, logging a season-high 48 plays in win vs.

New Mexico.

>� 2009 Stepping onto the field for 10 appearances, made his starting

debut for the Ducks against UCLA at right tackle … Played sea-

son-high 58 snaps against Washington State … Named a Pac-10

Academic all-Conference honorable mention.



>� 2009 Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention

Offensive Line > Jr. > 6-5 > 296Brush Prairie, Wash. (Hockinson)

NICK

CODY

>

30>� 2011 Cleared the electronic 20-yard in 2.81 sec-

onds, tied for the best mark among wide-

outs in winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Saw action in the first two home games of the season … Played

24 snaps in win over New Mexico.


Wide Receiver > So. > 6-3 > 195Concord, Calif. (Clayton Valley)

NICK

COLE

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33>� 2011 Enrolled early and participated in spring

practice … Recorded one tackle in the spring game.

>� BEFORE OREGON A two-way standout and three-year letter-

winner for head coach Steve Coury at Lake Oswego High

School … Garnered four stars from Scout.com and ESPN,

and three stars from Rivals.com and 247Sports.com … Rated

as the 17th-best outside linebacker prospect by ESPN and the

No. 20 prep OLB by CBS College Sports’ Tom Lemming and

Rivals.com … One of only eight players in Washington,

Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia to make the

Tacoma News Tribune’s annual “Northwest Nuggets” list …

As a senior, led the Lakers to the 6A state semifinals … Made

78 tackles and three interceptions on defense and rushed 214

times for 1,580 yards (7.4 yards per carry) and totaled 24

touchdowns on offense … Also had 14 receptions for 183

yards … Named the 2010 Offensive Player of the Year and

was a first-team All-State safety and running back … Selected

to the Three Rivers League All-Star team as a safety … Made

the defensive second team for the 2010 Nike football training

camp tour.

Linebacker > Fr. > 6-1 > 203Lake Oswego, Ore. (Lake Oswego)

TYSON

COLEMAN

> 84>� 2011 Made one catch for the victorious Green

Team in the spring game.

>� 2010 Scout team player of the year on special teams … Saw the field for

five snaps in win vs. Portland State … Made collegiate debut and

was one of 14 Ducks with at least one reception in win over New

Mexico … Joined the squad as a walk-on during spring practice.

HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Special Teams Scout Team Award

Wide Receiver > So. > 6-0 > 181Elmira, Ore. (Elmira)

CHAD

DELANEY

>

4>� 2011 Recorded five tackles in the spring game,

along with the White Team’s lone inter-

ception.


Defensive Back > RFr. > 5-11 > 206Pittsburg, Calif. (Pittsburg)

ERICK

DARGAN

>

5>� 2011 Arrived on campus prior to the start of

winter term.

>� BEFORE OREGON Played linebacker and running back for head

coach Joe Zaccheo at Monsignor Pace High School of the 2B

District 8 league … Helped lead the Spartans to a 7-3 record as

a senior in 2009, where he compiled 455 rushing yards on 47

attempts with four touchdowns … As a junior, made 125 tack-

les, nine sacks, and forced three fumbles … Rated as a three-star

recruit by Rivals.com and the No. 66 outside linebacker in the

country … A three-star rated player and No. 74 outside line-

backer in the nation by Scout.com … A three-star rating and

No. 41 OLB prospect by ESPN.com.

Defensive Back > Fr. > 5-11 > 185Miami Gardens, Fla. (Monignor Pace)

ISAAC

DIXON

>

19>� 2011 Assisted in the Green Team’s win with

two catches for 19 yards in the Oregon

spring game.


Wide Receiver > RFr. > 6-1 > 171Tampa, Fla. (Plant)

ERIC

DUNGY

>



91>� 2011 Finished fourth among wideouts in both

the 20-yard (2.87 seconds) and 40-yard

(4.76 seconds) electronic during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Scout team player of the year on offense … Made his collegiate

debut in win vs. Portland State … Ranked second at his posi-

tion with a 295-lb. bench press during winter testing.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Offensive Scout Team Award

Wide Receiver > So. > 5-9 > 174North Pole, Alaska (North Pole)

DANE

EBANEZ

> 33>� 2011 Tied for the lead among running backs

with a 295 pound bench press in winter

conditioning, while also finishing third in the fly 30 (3.04 sec-

onds) … Carried the ball a team-high 14 carries for 46 yards,

helping the Green Team to victory in the spring game.


Running Back > RFr. > 5-7 > 179Victorville, Calif. (Silverado)

AYELE

FORDE

>

93>� 2011 Arrived on campus prior to the start of

winter term and participated in spring

practice … Recorded four tackles, (two solo, two assisted),

including one for a loss, in the spring game.

>� BEFORE OREGON A four-star recruit according to Rivals.com

and 247Sports, and a three-star prospect by Scout.com while

at Iowa Western Community College … Ranked as the No.

16 junior college recruit by 247Sports… In 2010, he tallied

41 total tackles (19 solo) with 7.5 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks

… Named to the ICCAC All-Conference first team as a defen-

sive lineman … Was selected to the NJCAA All-American

defensive second team … As a JC freshman, posted 20 total

tackles (nine solo), 6.5 tackles for loss and one sack in just

seven games… Attended Iowa City West High School, where

he played on both the offensive and defensive lines during his

senior season in 2008.

Defensive Line > Jr. > 6-5 > 285Iowa City, Iowa (Iowa Western CC)

JARED

EBERT

>

57>� 2011 Notched a 308-pound power clean, the

third best by an offensive lineman during


>� 2010 Made collegiate debut in season opener vs. New Mexico … Also

played vs. Portland State and UCLA … Took part in a season-

high 20 snaps against the Lobos … Ranked third among offen-

sive linemen with a 308-pound clean lift during winter testing.


Offensive Line > So. > 6-5 > 280Temecula, Calif. (Chaparral)

TREVOR

FOX

>

38>� 2011 Recorded two tackles for the Oregon

White Team in the spring game. Benched

335 pounds, fourth among linebackers.


Linebacker > RFr. > 6-1 > 221San Carlos, Calif. (Archbishop Riordan)

MIKE

GARRITY

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18>� 2011 Cleared a team-best 39.5 inches in the ver-

tical leap while finishing second among

defensive backs with a 310-pound bench press during winter

conditioning.

>� 2010 Started the first six games at cornerback … Had one solo tack-

le at Oregon State and two vs. Arizona … Made a career-high

four tackles and had a pass breakup at Arizona State.

>� 2009 Made his starting debut at cornerback at UCLA before complet-

ing the year opening vs. Ohio State in the Rose Bowl …

Appeared in eight games (3 starts) while finishing the year with

seven tackles … Included was a season-high three stops against

the Bruins.


>� 2007 Part of Oregon’s incredible freshman class that saw 10 true

rookies take the field for the 9-4 Ducks … Appeared in nine

games … Lone tackle was a TFL in the Sun Bowl win against

South Florida … Credited with a pass breakup in his debut

at Michigan.

Corner Back > Sr. > 6-1 > 180Simi Valley, Calif. (Oaks Christian)

ANTHONY

GILDON

> 28>� 2011 Finished second among defensive backs in

both the fly 30 (2.98 seconds) and elec-

tronic 40-yard (4.77) in winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Appeared in 12 games, serving on special teams and as part of a

defensive back rotation … Had his first career fumble recovery

in win vs. Arizona … Career and team-high seven stops — all

solo — in win at Washington State.

>� 2009 Appeared in seven games, primarily on special teams … Played

season-high 12 snaps against Arizona State.


Defensive Back > Jr. > 5-11 > 180Tigard, Ore. (Tigard)

SCOTT

GRADY

>

70>� 2011 Tested well in the speed and agility drills

during winter conditioning, finished

fourth among offensive linemen in the electronic 10-yard (1.93

seconds), electronic 20-yard (3.22) and “L” Run (7.86).

>� 2010 UO’s number two reserve on the offensive line for the bulk of

the season, played in all but one game … Had five games of 18

or more snaps including a career-best 48 vs. Portland State …

Played a key role in win at Cal after Darrion Weems went down

with injury.

>� 2009 Appeared in three games, including a season-high 10 snaps vs.

Washington State … Also played vs. California and Washington.

>� 2008 Saw first collegiate action vs. Utah State.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Second-Team Pac-10 All-Academic

Offensive Line > Sr. > 6-4 > 275Saugus, Calif. (Saugus)

RAMSEN

GOLPASHIN

>

55>� 2011 Finished top three among offensive linemen

in vertical leap (second, 27”), power clean

(second, 319 pounds), squat (tied for second, 485 pounds), elec-

tronic 10-yard (second, 1.89 seconds), electronic 20-yard (t-first,

3.09 seconds), shuttle run (t-first, 4.41 seconds), “L” Run (first,

7.73 seconds) during winter conditioning.


Offensive Line > RFr. > 6-3 > 278Encino, Calif. (Crespi)

HRONISS

GRASU

>

63>� 2011 Tied for third among offensive linemen

with a 23-inch vertical leap during winter

conditioning.

>� 2010 Appeared in seven games, including four Pac-10 contests …

Made collegiate debut in season opener vs. New Mexico and

played a season-high 54 snaps.


Offensive Line > So. > 5-11 > 291Kailua, Hawaii (St. Louis)

MANA

GREIG

>



60>� 2011 Squatted 435 pounds (third best by a

defensive lineman) during winter condi-

tioning.

>� 2010 Made his collegiate debut in win vs. Portland State and also saw

the field vs. UCLA.

Defensive Tackle > So. > 6-3 > 284Brea, Calif. (Troy)

RYAN

HAGEN

>

44>� 2011 Posted the second-best power clean (319

pounds), electronic 10-yard (1.72 sec-

onds), shuttle (4.19) and “L” run (7.43) of any defensive line-

man during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Converted linebacker had a breakout season as a reserve defen-

sive end … Had at least one tackle in all but two games …

Career-high 1.5 tackles for loss, including a sack in BCS-clinch-

ing win at Oregon State … Career-high four tackles plus a quar-

terback hurry vs. Washington … First career sack among two

stops, forced a fumble in win vs. UCLA.

>� 2009 Appeared in five regular-season games, including season-high

seven snaps at Arizona … Recorded three tackles while playing

mostly on special teams.

>� 2008 Appeared in four games, contributing three of his four tackles on

the year at Washington State … Recorded his first collegiate stop

vs. Utah State … Member of the travel squad despite his limit-

ed number of snaps.


Defensive End > Sr. > 6-2 > 240Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (Lake City)

BRANDON

HANNA

>

14>� 2011 Notched the top bench press (305

pounds) of any quarterback during win-

ter conditioning.

>� 2010 Regular member of the travel squad, charged with holding

Oregon’s unique play cards on the sideline for most of the

year … A quarterback by trade, played running back and car-

ried twice, netting one yard in win vs. Portland State …

Made one catch for 18 yards as a receiver in his collegiate

debut vs. New Mexico.

Quarterback > So. > 6-2 > 240Eugene, Ore. (South Eugene)

DUSTIN

HAINES

>

66>� 2011 Tied for the second-best power clean (319

pounds) among defensive linemen …

Recorded five tackles, one for a loss in the spring game for the

White Team.

>� 2010 Key contributor as an interior lineman, appearing in all 13

games … Career-high four tackles and a sack in win vs.

Washington … Made first two tackles of his career, including

one solo, in win at Tennessee.



Defensive Tackle > So. > 6-6 > 275Tualatin, Ore. (Tualatin)

TAYLOR

HART

>

16>� 2011 Led all quarterbacks and kickers in power

clean (319 pounds), squat (445 pounds),

electronic 20-yard (2.86 seconds), fly 30 (2.99) and electronic

40-yard (4.82) … Led the White Team with 38 yards rushing

in the spring game.

>� 2010 Utilized in multiple offensive positions, playing quarterback,

running back and wide receiver during Oregon’s first three

games … Came out of the backfield to catch a 12-yard touch-

down pass against Portland State in addition to running six

times for 21 yards … Rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown on

10 carries in his debut against New Mexico.


Quarterback > So. > 6-4 > 197Omaha, Neb. (Omaha Central)

DARYLE

HAWKINS

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90>� 2011 Helped lead the Green Team to a win with

three tackles in the spring game.

>� 2010 One of two true freshmen to play in every game … Recorded at

least one tackle in six games … Career-high three tackles,

including first tackle for loss in win vs. UCLA … Had a pass

breakup in his college debut vs. New Mexico.

Defensive Tackle > So. > 6-4 > 321Glendale, Utah (Brighton)

RICKY

HEIMULI

> 81>� 2011 Led all wideouts with a 297-pound power

clean, 3.88 second shuttle and 6.88 second

“L” run during winter conditioning … Hauled in one pass for

17 yards in the spring game.

>� 2010 Saw the field in all but two games … One reception for two

yards in BCS-clinching win at Oregon State … One grab for 4

yards vs. Arizona … Made first career catch for 9 yards in win

over Washington.

>� 2009 Made five appearances, including stepping onto the field for 12

snaps vs. Washington State.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Second-Team Pac-10 All-Academic

Wide Receiver > Jr. > 6-1 > 206Eugene, Ore. (Churchill)

JUSTIN

HOFFMAN

>

2>� 2011 Finished first or second among all defen-

sive backs in electronic 20-yard (second,

2.78 seconds), fly 30 (first, 2.94 seconds), shuttle run (sec-

ond, 3.96 seconds), “L” Run (tied for second, 7.03 seconds).

Recorded the spring game’s longest kickoff return for 40

yards, made four tackles (3 solo, 1 assisted), including one

tackle for a loss of five yards.


Corner Back > Fr. > 5-11 > 165Ventura, Calif. (St. Bonaventure)

TROY

HILL

>

50>� 2011 Benched 315 pounds (second among tight

ends and long snappers) during winter

conditioning.

>� 2010 One of three true freshman to play a prominent role, taking

over long snapping duties upon arriving in Eugene … Appeared

in every game except the season opener as no punts were

attempted vs. New Mexico … Made his debut in win at

Tennessee, snapping on all four of UO’s punt attempts.

Long Snapper > So. > 6-2 > 220Tehachapi, Calif. (Tehachapi)

DREW

HOWELL

>

2011 Oregon Ducks>Meet the Players


96>� 2011 Recorded six tackles and a game-high two

sacks for the White Team in the spring game.

>� 2010 Switched from tight end to defensive end during the spring …

Top reserve on the defensive line and key special teams per-

former started one game at defensive end … Recorded multiple

tackles in all but one game … Made four solo tackles, including

one for a 2-yard loss in BCS National Championship Game vs.

Auburn … Scored his first collegiate points on a 2-point PAT

rush in win at Cal … Four tackles, including a sack for a 9-yard

loss in win vs. Washington.

>� 2009 The reserve tight end stepped onto the field for a season-high 20

snaps against Washington State but proved to be a bigger factor

as the season wore on playing special teams … Made appear-

ances in three of the final four games of the year, including seven

plays in the Rose Bowl vs. Ohio State.


Defensive End > Jr. > 6-7 > 230Chandler, Ariz. (Chandler)

DION

JORDAN

>

92>� 2011 Ranked second among defensive linemen

with a 365-pound bench press … Led the

Green Team with six tackles (4 solo), one sack and one pass

breakup in a 16-0 win in the spring game.

>� 2010 Appeared in all 13 games, ranking tied for second among

reserve linemen with 18 tackles … Had at least one stop in 11

games … Made three tackles and one quarterback hurry in win

over Washington.


Defensive Tackle > So. > 6-2 > 289Waianae, Hawaii (Waianae)

WADE

KELIIKIPI

>

43>� 2010 Appeared in five games … Recorded a

season-high four tackles in win vs.

Portland State … Saw first collegiate action in win over New

Mexico, assisting on one tackle.>� 2009 Redshirted.

Linebacker > So. > 5-11 > 216Kihei, Hawaii (Kamehameha Maui)

KELONI

KAMALANI

>

25>� 2011 Led all linebackers with a 330-pound power

clean, a 2.84-second electronic 20-yard and

a 4.84-second electronic 40-yard during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 Played in all 13 games, ranking 10th on the team and fourth

among linebackers with 36 tackles … Tied for first in the

Pac-10 with three fumble recoveries … Made four tackles

against both Oregon State and Arizona … Equaled season-

high with five tackles, including 0.5 for loss, recovered a fum-

ble and had one pass breakup at USC … Returned a recov-

ered fumble 32 yards for a back-breaking touchdown in win

at Arizona State.


Linebacker > So. > 6-3 > 223Abbotsford, B.C. (W.J. Mouat)

BOSEKO

LOKOMBO

>

12>� 2011 Led all defensive backs with a 319-pound

power clean in winter conditioning …

Recorded a game-high 10 tackles in the spring game.

>� 2010 Appeared in all 13 games, establishing himself as a prominent

special teams player … Forced a fumble on a kickoff return, set-

ting up UO’s final touchdown vs. Arizona … Totaled three

tackles against the Wildcats … Made first career interception,

forced a fumble and led the Ducks with a career-high eight

tackles vs. Portland State.


Defensive Back > So. > 5-10 > 194Hoover, Ala. (Hoover)

BRIAN

JACKSON

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32>� 2011 An early enrollee, arrived in time to partic-

ipate in spring practice … Caught three

passes for 37 yards to assist the Green Team to a victory in the

spring game.

>� BEFORE OREGON Competed in the 2010 Army All-American

game, starting at linebacker … Rated a five-star recruit by

Rivals.com while garnering four stars from Scout.com and

247Sports … Ranked No. 26 on the Rivals 100 as the top play-

er in the state as well as the No. 2 overall athlete in the country

… No. 29 player on PrepStar Magazine “Dream Team” …

Rated as the No. 51 overall prospect and No. 5 athlete by

247Sports … No. 4 outside linebacker recruit according to

Scout.com … A three-star prospect as rated by ESPN, which

ranked him the 34th best athlete overall … Selected to the Long

Beach Post Telegram “Best in the West” first team.

Tight End > Fr. > 6-5 > 225Hillsboro, Ore. (Hillsboro)

COLT

LYERLA

>

41>� 2011 Benched 300 pounds during winter condi-

tioning, the third-highest total among

quarterbacks and kickers … Punted five times in the spring

game for the White Team.

>� 2010 Taken out of a potential redshirt to serve as the punter in the

final two regular season games … Averaged 36.0 yards on three

punts, inducing two fair catches and placing one inside the 20-

yard line … Two punts, including a long of 40 yards in win at

Oregon State … Punted once in collegiate debut vs. Arizona,

downing a 30-yarder inside the 20.

Placekicker > So > 5-10 > 198Colton, Calif. (Colton)

ALEJANDRO

MALDONADO

>

32>� 2011 Clocked a time of 2.83 seconds in the elec-

tronic 20-yard for the fourth best time

among defensive backs.

>� 2010 Made one tackle in Spring Game for the victorious White team

… Tested as the fourth-fastest defensive back with a 4.83 elec-

tronic 40-yard dash during winter workouts.


Defensive Back > So. > 5-11 > 197Diamond Bar, Calif. (Bishop Amat)

J.R.

MAFFIE

>

22>� 2011 Ranked first among linebackers in the Fly

30 (2.97 seconds) and second in the 40

yard electronic (4.86 seconds) during winter conditioning.

Assisted the Green Team to a victory with five tackles (2 solo, 3

assists) and 1.5 tackles for loss in the spring game.


Linebacker > RFr. > 6-2 > 200Colton, Calif. (Colton)

DERRICK

MALONE

>

3>� 2011 Recorded a 31.5 inch vertical leap, fourth

among defensive backs and took first in the

40 yard electronic (4.74 seconds) during winter conditioning.

Made three tackles (2 solo, 1 assist) for the Green Team in the

spring game.


Cornerback > RFr. > 5-9 > 170Detroit, Mich. (Cass Tech)

DIOR

MATHIS

>

7>� 2011 Ranked fourth best among receivers in the

fly 30 (2.95) in winter conditioning.


Wide Receiver > RFr. > 5-9 > 173Portland, Ore. (Jesuit)

KEANON

LOWE

>



94>� 2011 Walk-on.

>� BEFORE OREGON Born Axel J. McQuaw

in Newport, Ore. Parents: Mike and Maria McQuaw. Family:

One brother, two sisters. High School (Coach): Waldport

(Mick Bittick), 2009. Intended Major: Pre-Business.

Defensive Tackle > So. > 6-6 > 275Yachats, Ore. (Waldport)

AXEL

MCQUAW

>

90>� 2011 Clocked 2.81 seconds to tie for the lead

among receivers in the electronic 20-yard

during winter conditioning.

>� 2010 A regular member of the travel squad, appeared in seven games

… Saw first collegiate action vs. New Mexico, making two

receptions for 22 yards … Played 52 snaps against the Lobos,

the second most of any receiver on the team.

>� 2009 The second-year walk-on made two catches for 42 yards in the

2009 spring game, including a 33-yarder for the victorious

Green Team … Credited with a personal-best four tackles

at Washington.


Wide Receiver > Jr. > 6-2 > 183Albany, Ore. (West Albany)

WILL

MURPHY

>

27>� 2011 Cleared 33.5 inches in the vertical leap

ranking second among his position.

Finished third in both the 20 yard electronic (2.82 seconds) and

the shuttle (3.99 seconds) … Had a team-high five solo tackles,

one for loss, and one interception for the victorious Green

Team in the spring game.


Defensive Back > RFr. > 6-0 > 183Sacramento, Calif. (Luther Burbank)

TERRANCE

MITCHELL

>

62>� 2011 Bested all defensive linemen with a

330-pound power clean during winter

conditioning … Recorded two tackles, including a sack, in the

spring game for the victorious Green Team.

>� 2010 Appeared in three games … Made a pair of stops in his colle-

giate debut vs. New Mexico … Switched from linebacker to

defensive line during the offseason.

>� 2009 Invited to participate in spring practices as a walk-on …

Credited with one tackle in the spring game.

Defensive End > Sr. > 6-1 > 230Eugene, Ore. (Churchill)

NICK

MUSGROVE

>

59>� 2010 Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention

… Appeared in all 13 games … Oregon’s

regular short snapper snapped on 73 kicked PAT attempts —

72 made — both single-season records, and 17 field goal

attempts (13 made).

>� 2009 Filled the role as team’s snapper for placements in all 13 games,

including 12 plays vs. Washington State.



Long Snapper > Jr. > 5-10 > 195Dana Point, Calif. (Santa Margarita)

JEFF

PALMER

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31>� 2011 Tied for second among defensive backs

with a time of 2.98 seconds in the fly 30

and 7.03 seconds in the “L” run.

>� 2010 Key special teams performer appeared in all 13 games, making

tackles in all but three of them … Made a pair of tackles vs.

Arizona and single stops at Cal and vs. Washington … Made

the first interception of his career and recorded a team-high four

solo tackles in collegiate debut vs. New Mexico.


Cornerback > So. > 5-10 > 175Pittsburg, Calif. (Pittsburg)

AVERY

PATTERSON

> 49>� 2011 Drilled three punts for a total of 126 yards

and a long of 48 yards in the Green Team’s

16-0 win in the spring game.

>� 2010 Ended the year ranked seventh on UO’s single-season records list

with a punting average of 42.3 yards … Placed 18 punts inside

the 20-yard line against just three touchbacks and booted eight of

40 kicks 50 or more yards … Missed the final two regular-season

games due to illness before returning for the BCS Championship

Game vs. Auburn, where he completed an 11-yard pass on a fake

punt play for a key first down … Season-high 49.5-yard average

on a pair of kicks at Washington State … Attempted a career-

high 11 punts totaling 508 yards (46.2 avg.) — with a long of 56

— and dropped five of them inside the ASU 20-yard line in a key

road win to open Pac-10 play … After UO did not punt in the

opener vs. New Mexico, made the most of his season debut at

Tennessee by placing all four kicks inside the 20-yard line and

averaging 41.8 yards per punt with zero return yards to earn

Pac-10 Special Teams Player of the Week.

>� 2009 Averaged 43.1 yards per punt through the month of October

and enjoyed a single-game best (in games with more than one

punt) 45.2-yard average on six kicks at Washington … As an

ultimate tribute to Oregon’s offense as well as himself, booted

his lone attempt 53 yards vs. USC … Enjoyed one of the most

efficient games of his young career, averaging 43.2 yards on four

punts vs. Ohio State in the Rose Bowl, allowing only one return

yard and placing three balls inside the 20-yard line … Included

was a 55-yard boot which landed on the Buckeyes’ 2-yard line.

HONORS & AWARDS>� 2008 Pac-10 Player of the Week (special teams at Tennessee)

Punter > Jr. > 6-3 > 225Moraga, Calif. (Campolindo)

JACKSON

RICE

>

65>� 2011 Led all defensive linemen with a 445-pound

squat during winter conditioning …

Recorded four tackles (two for loss) for the Green Team in the

spring game.


Defensive Tackle > Jr. > 6-6 > 286Queen Creek, Ariz. (Phoenix College)

ISAAC

REMINGTON

>

67>� 2011 Led all offensive linemen with a 341-pound

power clean.

>� 2010 Saw action in wins vs. Portland State and UCLA … Made his

collegiate debut against the Vikings.


Offensive Lineman > Sr. > 6-2 > 276St. Helens, Ore. (College of Siskiyous)

JOSH

SANFORD

>



15>� 2011 Cleared 34.5 inches in the vertical leap to

top all running backs … Carried the ball

11 times for 35 yards while also hauling in a 7-yard pass for the

Green Team in the spring game.


Running Back > RFr. > 5-9 > 190Temple, Texas (Temple)

LACHE

SEASTRUNK

>

73>� 2010 Regular member of the travel team, appear-

ing in seven games, including Pac-10 con-

tests with UCLA, USC, Washington and Oregon State …

Played a season-high 23 snaps in collegiate debut vs. Portland

State … Tied for fifth among offensive linemen in the electron-

ic 40-yard dash at 5.54.

>� 2009 Worked as a member of the scout team during redshirt year.

Offensive Lineman > So. > 6-6 > 282West Linn, Ore. (Jesuit)

BRENTON

SPICKERMAN

>

48>� 2010 Filled in for Rob Beard in the season open-

er vs. New Mexico and delivered what

turned out to be a Pac-10 season-high for kickers with 18 points

on 3-for-4 FG attempts and nine PATs … Converted field

goals from 24, 29 and 30 yards and tied UO record by convert-

ing 11 consecutive place kicks (FG or PAT) in a single game …

Nine PATs vs. Lobos tied modern Oregon record.

Placekicker > So. > 5-10 > 182Sherman Oaks, Calif. (Notre Dame HS)

ERIC

SOLIS

>

41>� 2011 Finished second among receivers by squat-

ting 385 pounds … Caught one pass for

13 yards in the spring game.


Wide Receiver > RFr. > 5-11 > 202Los Angeles, Calif. (Crespi)

BLAKE

STANTON

>

53>� 2011 Recorded a 319-pound power clean to fin-

ish second among linebackers during win-

ter conditioning.

>� 2010 Appeared in three games … Made first career tackle in win vs.

Portland State … One of four players to earn Oregon Elite sta-

tus from the strength & conditioning staff for his overall per-

formance during winter testing … Top “L” run among line-

backers in a time of 7.09 … Credited win one tackle in the

spring game.

>� 2009 Switched from tight end to linebacker … Selected scout team

special teams player of the week following wins over California,

USC and Arizona State.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2008 Scout Team Player of the Year (Offense)

Linebacker > Jr. > 6-3 > 217Grants Pass, Ore. (Grants Pass)

JENNINGS

STEWART

>

17>� 2011 Benched 320 pounds (first among defen-

sive backs) and squatted 380 pounds (sec-

ond) during winter conditioning … Had the Green Team’s

only fumble recovery for six yards in the spring game.


Defensive Back > RFr. > 5-10 > 185Greensboro, N.C. (Brittain Academy)

JAMES

SCALES

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52>� 2011 Recorded four tackles in the spring game.

>� 2010 Appeared in six games … Made single

tackles in wins over Washington and Portland State …

Credited with two tackles in win at Tennessee … Assisted on

one stop in win over New Mexico.

>� 2009 The reserve linebacker stepped onto the field for six games,

including 14 snaps in the regular-season finale vs. Oregon State

… The majority of his six tackles occurred while covering kicks

on special teams, recording three stops (two unassisted) against

Washington State.

>� 2008 Stepped out of potential redshirt season in UO’s fifth game, set-

tling into a special teams role and posting a season-high 16 plays

at Washington State … Totaled six appearances on the year …

Saw the field for 10 plays at Arizona State and vs. Oklahoma State.

Linebacker > Sr. > 5-11 > 221Stockton, Calif. (Lincoln)

DEWITT

STUCKEY

> 40>� 2011 Tied for the top squat (475 pounds)

among linebackers during winter condi-

tioning … Racked up eight tackles in the spring game for the

White Team.

>� 2010 Scout team player of the year on defense for the second time in

his career … Appeared in three games … Made a solo tackle in

win vs. Portland State … Recorded first-career tackle in win

over New Mexico.

>� 2009 Made his biggest contributions providing Oregon’s offense

solid looks of each week’s opponents … Took part in two snaps

in consecutive weeks vs. California and Washington State.

>� 2008 Saw first collegiate action, making appearances vs. Washington

and Utah State … Earned team’s annual defensive scout team

award.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2010 Defensive Scout Team Player of the Year

>� 2009 Defensive Scout Team Player of the Year

Linebacker > Sr. > 5-11 > 230Cottage Grove, Ore. (Cottage Grove)

BLAKE

THOMPSON

>

86>� 2011 Finished third among tight ends and

longsnappers with a 395-pound squat dur-


>� 2010 Appeared in all three non-conference games … Played a season-

high 12 snaps in win vs. Portland State … Made collegiate

debut in win over New Mexico.


HONORS & AWARDS>� 2009 Scout Team Player of the Year (Offense)

Tight End > So. > 6-3 > 258Portland, Ore. (David Douglas)

BRIAN

TEAGUE

>

59>� 2011 Tied for first in his position in both the

squat (475 pounds) and the “L” run (7.01

seconds). Finished with four solo tackles to help the Green

Team to a victory in the Oregon spring game.


Linebacker > RFr. > 5-11 > 213Cottage Grove, Ore. (Cottage Grove)

GRANT

THOMPSON

>



91>� 2011 Finished fourth among defensive linemen

in the vertical leap (27 inches) during win-

ter conditioning.


Defensive End > RFr. > 6-3 > 255Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. (Los Osos)

TONY

WASHINGTON

>

87>� 2011 Topped all tight ends and long snappers in

five drills during winter conditioning:

power clean (330 pounds), squat (465 pounds), bench press

(365 pounds), electronic 20-yard (2.84 seconds) and fly 30

(3.09 seconds).

>� 2010 Appeared in 11 games … Saw his playing time increase as the

season wore on despite not recording a reception after the sec-

ond contest of the year … Played a season-high 61 snaps in

victory vs. Arizona … Lone reception in win at Tennessee

went for 29 yards … Had one catch for 19 yards in UO debut

vs. New Mexico.

Tight End > Sr. > 6-4 > 237Merrionette Park, Ill. (Joliet JC)

BRANDON

WILLIAMS

>

83>� 2011 Cleared 25 inches in the vertical leap to

rank third among tight ends and long

snappers … Also finished second in the Fly 30 (3.13 seconds)

during winter conditioning.


Tight End > RFr. > 6-4 > 260Eugene, Ore. (Sheldon)

CURTIS

WHITE

>

98>� 2011 Ranked third in the shuttle run (4.24 sec-

onds) among tight ends and long snappers

in winter conditioning.


Tight End > RFr. > 6-3 > 210West Linn, Ore. (West Linn)

DALLEN

VOELLER

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Newcomers>Meet the Players


>� BEFORE OREGON — A three-year letterwinner for Chino Hills High

School and head coach Derek Bub as a running back and defensive back … A con-

sensus four-star recruit, earning the rating from Rivals.com, Scout.com, ESPN and

247Sports.com … The No. 17 cornerback nationally according the both

Rivals.com and ESPN, he ranked as the 18th-best player in the state of California

by Rivals.com … Considered the No. 18 cornerback by Scout.com and ranked as

the No. 12 corner by Tom Lemming of CBS College Sports … PrepStar Magazine

All-American … As a senior, rushed 126 times for 797 yards and eight touchdowns

while accumulating 30 catches for 385 yards and four touchdowns … Defensively,

he accounted for 71 total tackles (38 solo), two interceptions and a pair of forced

fumbles … Named to the 2010 all-state defensive first team, All-Southern Section

defensive first team and was the Serra League MVP … Posted 521 rushing yards

on 86 carries with 12 scores and caught 45 passes for 712 yards and seven touch-

downs as a junior … Set the school record for interceptions with eight from his

safety spot during his sophomore campaign.

14 > IFO EKPRE-OLOMUCornerback > Fr. > 5-10 > 182

Chino Hills, Calif. (Chino Hills)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A four-year letterwinner in football at Liberty-

Eylau High School, also lettered in basketball under head coach Craig Colvins

… A four-star recruit by Scout.com, garnered three stars from Rivals.com, ESPN

and 247Sports.com … Considered the No. 22 running back nationally by

Scout.com … Broke LaMichael James’ single-season school record as a senior,

when he ran for 2,202 yards and 24 TDs on 196 carries, averaging 11.2 yards per

carry and 200.2 yards per game … Was the U.S. Air Force Player of the Week

for the week of Oct. 31, 2010, after carrying the ball 15 times for 200 yards and

three touchdowns — all in the first half of a road win over Mt. Vernon …

Named to the Class 3A All-State first-team … Awarded district MVP honors in

each of his final two prep seasons … Rushed 167 times for 1,342 yards and 16

touchdowns as a junior … Selected as the top running back on the all-area team

in 2009 … Named to the all-district first team as a sophomore in 2008 … Was

the 2007 3A Region II District 15 Newcomer of the Year.

28> TRA CARSONRunning Back > Fr. > 6-0 > 227

Texarkana, Texas (Liberty-Eylau)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A three-star recruit according to Rivals.com,

Scout.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com … Rated as the No. 30 outside linebacker

prospect by ESPN … Ranked as the 21st-best player at his position by Tom

Lemming of CBS College Sports, No. 49 by Scout.com and No. 60 by Rivals.com

… PrepStar Magazine All-West Region … Considered the No. 85 prep recruit in

the state of California by Rivals.com … As a senior, tallied 55 tackles, including

38 solo stops, made one sack and forced a fumble for the Lancers, who finished

10-2 and advanced to the second round of the CIF Southern Section Pac-5 play-

off bracket … Named to the 2010 All-Moore League first-team at linebacker …

Recorded 69 tackles and six sacks under head coach Tadd MacNeal as a junior in

2009, when Lakewood finished 11-2, won the Moore League and made it to the

third round of the CIF Southern Section playoffs.

34 > RAHIM CASSELLLinebacker > Fr. > 6-0 > 205

Lakewood, Calif. (Lakewood)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A three-sport athlete at Aloha High School,

competing in football, basketball and track & field … A three-star recruit

according to Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com, while garnering two

stars from ESPN … PrepStar Magazine All-West Region … Received honorable

mention from the Tacoma News Tribune on their annual list of “Northwest

Nuggets” … Helped lead the Warriors to the 2010 OSAA 6A Football State

Championship under head coach Chris Casey … Selected to the all-state offen-

sive first team as a tackle by The Oregonian … Blocked for an offense that rushed

for 4,452 yards (318.0 per game) and 52 touchdowns … On defense, made 40

tackles, six sacks and had one fumble recovery.

58 > JAMES EUSCHEROffensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-7 > 275

Beaverton, Ore. (Aloha)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A four-year letterwinner at Summit High School

under head coach Tony Barile … Played in the 2011 Under Armour

All-America game, producing one of the game’s top highlights with a 58-yard

touchdown reception … A four-star recruit according to Rivals.com,

Scout.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com … The No. 23 player on the ESPN 150

and No. 2 wide receiver overall … Ranked No. 35 on the Rivals 100 and No.

5 at his position … 247Sports.com tabbed him as the nation’s No. 32-ranked

player and No. 2 athlete, as well as the third-best player in California … Rated

as the No. 50 overall high school football player by Sporting News and selected

to the Long Beach Post Telegram “Best in the West” first team … Carried the ball

35 times for 370 yards and six touchdowns while piling on 31 catches for 379

yards and five scores during his senior year in 2010, when he was named

All-Sunkist League Offensive MVP … Rushed 64 times for 406 yards and five

touchdowns to go along with 18 catches for 296 yards and five more TDs in

2009 … Named to the All-Sunkist first-team in 2009 … Played quarterback as

a sophomore, passing for 1,207 yards and 13 TDs, while rushing 125 times for

714 yards and six touchdowns … Was the 2008 Sunkist League MVP and

selected first-team All-CIF as a QB … Also a member of the all-state team as a

sophomore … Garnered All-Sunkist League first-team honors as a freshman…

Competed in track at Summit High School, running the 110 hurdles where he

was the 2007/2008 league champion, posting a time of 13.92.

12 > DEVON BLACKMONWide Receiver > Fr. > 6-1 > 177

Fontana, Calif. (Summit)


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>� BEFORE OREGON — A standout tight end and defensive lineman for

Traverse City West High School, garnered four stars from Scout.com and three

stars from Rivals.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com … Rated as the No. 25 offen-

sive tackle prospect in the nation by Scout.com and the fifth-best overall player

in Michigan by Rivals.com … PrepStar Magazine All-Midwest Region …

Helped the Titans tie for the Big North title under head coach Tim Wooer in

2010, making 68 tackles on defense and grabbing 11 receptions for 232 yards

as a tight end … Selected first-team all-state and All-Big North as a defensive

lineman following his senior season … Named second-team All-Big North as a

junior tight end.

75 > JAKE FISHEROffensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-6 > 270

Traverse City, Mich. (Traverse City West)

>� BEFORE OREGON — Selected to the U.S. Army All-American Bowl

… A four-star recruit by Rivals.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com, while garner-

ing three stars from Scout.com … A member of the Rivals 100 (No. 87), the

recruiting site also considered him the top prospect in Iowa and No. 5 athlete

nationally … Rated as the 77th best high school football player in the country

by Sporting News and the No. 32 athlete according to ESPN … No. 85 player

on the PrepStar Magazine “Dream Team” … Started at outside linebacker dur-

ing his senior season at Kennedy High School, compiling 71 tackles, three sacks

and 10 tackles for loss, while forcing a pair of fumbles and recovering another

… On offense, made 10 receptions for 111 yards and rushed three times for 85

yards and a touchdown … An all-state first-team choice, as well as picking up

all-metro and All-Mississippi Valley Conference honors … Selected to Des

Moines Register Elite All-State Team (all classes, 1A through 4A) despite miss-

ing two games due to injury … Started at safety as a junior, making 77 tackles

and four sacks … Also had a punt return for TD in 2009 ... 33 tackles and four

pass breakups as a starting safety during his sophomore campaign … Also played

basketball and ran track for the Cougars … Earned second-team all-metro and

all-conference accolades on the hardwood and clocked a 10.68 time in the 100

meters on the track as a junior.

82 > CHRISTIAN FRENCHTight End > Fr. > 6-5 > 236

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (John F. Kennedy)

>� BEFORE OREGON — Played receiver and defensive back at Castro

Valley High School for head coach Nic McMaster … A three-star recruit by

Rivals.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com, despite sitting out his senior season to

rehabilitate an injury … Garnered two stars from Scout.com … As a junior,

recorded 29 catches for 456 yards and four touchdowns … named to the

All-HAAL League first team at wide receiver … Also competed in track & field

in high school, running in the 4x100, 4x200, 4x400 relays, sprint medley, dis-

tance medley, 100 meters and 400 meters … Posted times of 50.75 seconds in

the 400 meters and 22.64 in the 200 meters as a sophomore.

26 > CARLYLE GARRICKLinebacker > Fr. > 6-2 > 204

Castro Valley, Calif. (Castro Valley)

>� BEFORE OREGON — Helped Colton High School to a CIF Southern

Section championship in 2010 under head coach Richard Bray … Played tight

end in addition to outside linebacker for the Yellowjackets … A three-star

recruit according to Rivals.com, Scout.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com …

Considered the No. 35 OLB prospect in the country by Scout.com … Saw his

statistical production explode as a senior with 41 catches for 808 yards and 10

touchdowns on offense to go with 98 total tackles (69 solo), six sacks, two inter-

ceptions, seven pass deflections, four forced fumbles and a pair of fumble recov-

eries on defense … A 2010 All-San Andreas League first-team linebacker …

Named to the All-Southern Section defensive first team … Selected to the

all-state second team at linebacker … A preseason All-Sun League first-team

selection at tight end … As a junior, recorded 35 total tackles (25 solo), one sack

and three forced fumbles while accumulating six catches for 146 yards and two

touchdowns … Tallied 71 total tackles (43 solo), five sacks, three forced fum-

bles and two fumble recoveries during sophomore campaign.

48> RODNEY HARDRICKLinebacker > Fr. > 6-1 > 225

Colton, Calif. (Colton)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A two-year letterwinner in football under head

coach Steve Belles at Hamilton High School … Garnered four stars from

Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com, and three stars from ESPN …

Ranked as the 16th-best prep offensive tackle in the nation by Rivals.com and

No. 22 by Scout.com … Considered the No. 5 player in the state of Arizona by

Rivals.com … PrepStar Magazine All-West Region … Helped the Huskies to

back-to-back state titles and a 29-1 overall record during his junior and senior

seasons, ending his prep career as a part of 25 consecutive victories … As a sen-

ior in 2010, was named to the All-5A Fiesta Region football team as a long snap-

per … Helped pave the way for a rushing offense that averaged nearly 264 yards

per game and 7.4 yards per carry while totaling 46 rushing touchdowns …

Earned honorable mention accolades at offensive tackle during junior season, as

well as all-region first-team honors as a long snapper.

64 > TYLER JOHNSTONEOffensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-6 > 250

Chandler, Ariz. (Hamilton)

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>BEFORE OREGON — Lettered in football, basketball and track & field

while attending Kamehameha Schools Kapalama in Honolulu … A four-star

recruit by Scout.com, while garnering three stars from Rivals.com, ESPN and

247Sports.com … Tabbed as the No. 30 defensive end prospect by ESPN and

No. 31 by Scout.com in the 2011 class … Rated as the fourth-best high school

player in Hawaii by Rivals.com … As a senior, earned first-team all-state and

All-Interscholastic League Honolulu honors … Selected to the all-state third

team as a junior in 2009 while leading the Warriors to a state championship

under head coach David Stant … Named the most outstanding defensive end

in the Just Win Maui Combine in 2009 … Won the shot put at the ILH meet

and placed second in the event at the state championships, where he tossed

53-09.00 … Was also part of a state championship basketball team in 2009.

95 > KOA KA’AIDefensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-4 > 245

Honolulu, Hawaii (Kamehameha Schools Kapalama)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A three-year letterwinner for Mountain View

High School under head coach Tom Joseph, did not play as a senior due to

injury … A three-star recruit according to Rivals.com, Scout.com, ESPN and

247Sports.com … Rated as the No.14 overall prospect in the state of Arizona

by Rivals.com … PrepStar Magazine All-West Region … As a junior, helped the

Lions to a 5A Central League title, tallying 68 tackles, eight sacks and one inter-

ception with two fumble recoveries and five pass breakups … An all-region

defensive first-team selection, considered the top defensive lineman in the

greater Phoenix area among juniors in 2009 … Also played basketball at

Mountain View.

99 > SAM KAMPDefensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-4 > 247

Mesa, Ariz. (Mountain View)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A four-star recruit according to ESPN, while

garnering three stars from Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com …

Considered the No. 26 wide receiver prospect in the nation by ESPN … As a

senior, helped Central High School advance to the second round of the CIF

Central Section playoffs under head coach Casey Quinn, recording 51 catches

for 1,223 yards (24.0 yards per reception) and 17 touchdowns … Also ran the

ball 12 times for 110 yards and a score … Named to the 2010 Cal-Hi third

team … Caught 35 balls for 758 yards (21.7 avg.) and eight touchdowns dur-

ing his junior campaign … Selected as the overall MVP of the Passing Down

Elite 7-on-7 camp in 2009 … Would like to compete in track & field at the col-

legiate level after running the 200 meters, 110 meter hurdles and 300 meter

hurdles for the Grizzlies, clocking PRs of 21.98, 14.71 and 38.37 seconds,

respectively, in the spring of 2010.

23 > B.J. KELLEYWide Receiver > Fr. > 6-2 > 175

Fresno, Calif. (Central)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A four-star recruit according to 247Sports.com,

garnered three stars from both Rivals.com and Scout.com … Rated the No. 6

recruiting prospect in the state of Hawaii and No. 12 overall quarterback in the

nation by Rivals.com … PrepStar Magazine All-West Region … As a senior,

threw for 2,597 yards on 165 of 255 passing (64.7%), including 32 touchdowns

against only five interceptions … Guided the Crusaders to an 11-1 record and

a state title … Also rushed the ball 60 times for 455 yards (7.6 yards per carry)

and seven scores … Named Interscholastic League of Honolulu Offensive

Player of the Year and All-ILH first-team quarterback … At the 2010 National

Underclassman Combine, he was named quarterback MVP and won the camp’s

“Fastest Man” and “Combine King” awards … Clocked 4.48 seconds in the

40-yard dash at the NUC camp … Played in the NUC All-World Gridiron

Classic, a high school all-star bowl in Columbia, S.C.

8 >MARCUS MARIOTAQuarterback > Fr. > 6-4 > 194

Honolulu, Hawaii (St. Louis)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A three-year letterwinner in football at Etiwanda

High School under head coach Stephen Bryce … Named a three-star recruit by

Rivals.com and Scout.com while garnering two stars from ESPN … Considered

the No. 58 prep offensive guard prospect by Scout.com and No. 73 prep offen-

sive tackle in the country by Rivals.com … PrepStar Magazine All-West Region

… As a senior, lived up to his preseason All-Valley League selection by being

named to the all-state and All-Valley League first teams at season’s end …

Helped pave the way as the Eagles rolled up 2,036 rushing yards and averaged

nearly six yards per attempt in 2010 … As a junior, garnered second-team

All-Baseline League honors as an offensive lineman.

68 > JAMAL PRATEROffensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-4 > 290

Etiwanda, Calif. (Etiwanda)

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>� BEFORE OREGON — A two-sport standout at Christopher Columbus

High School, competing in football and track, and considered by some to be the

fastest prep football recruit in the country … Competed in the Under Armour

All-America game and was selected to the USA U19 national team roster for the

USA vs. the World game … A four-star prospect by Rivals.com, ESPN and

247Sports.com, garnered three stars from Scout.com … A member of the ESPN

150 (No. 62) and rated as the 11th-best wide receiver … Tabbed as the

27th-best receiver nationally and No. 36 overall prospect in the state of Florida

by Rivals.com … No. 87 high school football player in the country according

to Sporting News … PrepStar Magazine All-American … As a junior, caught 54

passes for 994 yards and 17 touchdowns … Recorded two scores on kickoff

returns and accumulated four interceptions, including one “Pick-6” … Named

to the Class 2B All-State second team and All-Dade County first team … Was

the National Underclassman Combine overall MVP two years in a row … Made

32 grabs for 509 yards with five touchdowns for Gulliver Prep High School

(Pinecrest, Fla.) as a sophomore … Has run a 10.49 in the 100 meters in track

and clocked the fastest time in the nation in 2010 according to ESPN’s Scouts

Inc. with a time of 4.24 seconds in the 40-yard dash … His time of 4.33 in the

40 at Schuman’s National Underclassman Combine was the second-fastest in

that camp’s history.

88 > TACOI SUMLERWide Receiver > Fr. > 5-9 > 166

Miami, Fla. (Christopher Columbus)

>� BEFORE OREGON — Selected to play in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl

… A five-star recruit according to Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com. while

garnering four stars form ESPN … Considered the No. 1 athlete in the nation by

Rivals.com and ESPN, and the No. 1 cornerback prospect by Scout.com and

247Sports.com … Rated as the No. 2 athlete by Tom Lemming of CBS College

Sports … No. 5 player on the PrepStar Magazine “Dream Team” … Helped lead

Crenshaw High School to 12 consecutive wins to end the season, including the CIF

Los Angeles Section state title in 2010 … Rushed for 1,299 yards on just 114 carries

(11.4 yards per carry) with 18 touchdowns, and made 16 catches for 359 yards (22.4

avg.) and four scores as a senior … On defense, made 42 tackles and had five inter-

ceptions totaling 122 return yards in 2010 … Named MVP by the City Section

coaches, all-city first-team on defense and City Section Player of the Year … Winner

of the Glenn Davis Award, presented by the Los Angeles Times to best high school

player in the Los Angeles area … Rushed 81 times for 902 yards (11.1 avg.) and 12

touchdowns as a junior … Added 11 receptions for 204 yards (18.6 avg.) and three

more scores for the Cougars, who had an unblemished 14-0 mark before falling in

the CIF Los Angeles Section championship game … Made 60 tackles, had four sacks

and three forced fumbles on defense in 2009 … A standout track star, he ran the

fastest 200 meters by a prep in the nation last spring, clocking 20.61 seconds … Won

the 100 meters at the CIF Los Angeles Section meet with a time of 10.57 seconds …

Has a personal best of 50.10 seconds in the 400 meters.

6 > De’ANTHONY THOMASAthlete > Fr. > 5-9 > 160

Los Angeles, Calif. (Crenshaw)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A junior college transfer from the College of San

Mateo … A four-star recruit according to Rivals.com and Scout.com … Rated

the top junior college wide receiver in the country by JCGridiron.com … A

first-team All-American as a sophomore at the College of San Mateo, making

more than 60 catches and totaling more than 1,000 yards while amassing 12

touchdowns in 11 games … Posted 17 catches for 238 yards and 3 TDs in eight

games in 2009 for the Bulldogs … Will be a true junior upon arriving in

Eugene, meaning he will have three years to play two … Attended Washington

High School in California where he played football and basketball.

10 > RAHSAAN VAUGHNWide Receiver >Fr. > 6-2 > 192

Freemont, Calif. (Washington/College of San Mateo)

>� BEFORE OREGON — Played in the 2011 Under Armour All-America

game … Garnered four stars from Rivals.com, Scout.com, ESPN and

247Sports.com … Considered the No. 6 inside linebacker recruit in the nation by

Rivals.com and the 15th-best prep player in the state of Texas … Scout.com pegs

him as the No. 6 recruit nationally at middle linebacker … A member of the ESPN

150 (No. 147) and ranked as the No. 7 ILB by ESPN … Considered the No. 9

ILB by Tom Lemming and No. 11 by 247Sports.com … PrepStar Magazine

All-American … As a senior, helped Skyline High School to an unbeaten 7-0

league record in 5A Region II District 9 under head coach Reginald Samples …

Piled up 115 tackles and earned honorable mention all-state distinction at line-

backer in 2010 … As a junior, tallied 90 total tackles from the his linebacker spot,

leading the Raiders to the Class 5A Division I Region II state semifinals …

Compiled 48 total tackles and 2 sacks during his sophomore campaign … Notable:

His father, Anthony Sr., played middle linebacker at Texas Southern.

35 > ANTHONY WALLACELinebacker > Fr. > 6-0 > 221

Dallas, Texas (Skyline)

>� BEFORE OREGON — A consensus four-star recruit, earning the distinc-

tion from Rivals.com, Scout.com, ESPN and 247Sports.com … Ranked as the

No. 7 prep offensive tackle by both ESPN and 247Sports.com, and rated No. 10

and No. 13 at his position by Rivals.com and Scout.com, respectively … A mem-

ber of the ESPN 150 (No. 102), competed in the Under Armour All-America

game … Considered the second-best prep recruit in the state of Arizona by

247Sports.com and fourth-best by Rivals.com … PrepStar Magazine All-American

… Helped lead Chaparral High School to a perfect 14-0 season in 2010 and

back-to-back Class 5A-II state championship under head coach Charlie Ragle …

Contributed to an offensive line that saw the Firebirds rush for nearly 3,700 yards

(263 per game), 54 TDs and average more than 7.4 yards per carry … An all-state

selection, he was named to the Long Beach Post Telegram “Best in the West” first

team … Earned all-region first team honors as a junior for the state champs, who

compiled a 13-1 mark and rolled up nearly 270 rushing yards per game.

72 > ANDRE YRURETAGOYENAOffensive Lineman > Fr. > 6-5 > 260

Scottsdale, Ariz. (Chaparral)

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Q: You’ve witnessed what honestly has been the rise to prominence of football at

the University of Oregon. What’s that journey been like?

A: It’s been a little like watching a great movie where the little kid gets pushed

around by the bullies in the neighborhood. Then a mentor steps in and helps

him grow and become the bigger stronger young person that earns the respect of

those that had been pushing him around. To watch Oregon football rise to

prominence under the direction of Rich Brooks, Mike Bellotti and now Chip

Kelly, has been like watching that same kid rise up and win the fight at the end

of the movie. Of course the mentors in this Oregon football movie are the

incredible donors and fans that came to the rescue and helped the little kid grow

bigger and stronger. And I don’t think the final scene of this movie has played

out. I think that will come with a national championship … and soon. I watched

Oregon Football from the mid-60s until I got the job as the Voice of the Ducks

in 1987. I have been fortunate enough to be a small part of the football program

since Bill Musgrave’s first year, to that memorable Independence Bowl, the Rose

Bowl in 1995 and then the 2011 BCS Championship game. And of course all of

the great games in between. It’s quite honestly the kind of stuff that dreams are

made of. But this isn’t a dream, it all really happened … and is still happening!

Q: Could you give us some perspective on how unprecedented these past two

seasons (Rose Bowl and BCS National Title appearances) have been?

A: I can remember when Duck fans would have been thrilled just to get to the

Rose Bowl. Then the Rose Bowl came and was backed with a BCS title game! It’s

what fans had dreamed of for years. But this is actually a mountaintop the Ducks

have been close to before. They sniffed the rarified air of the summit of a national

championship game in 2001 when they were overlooked by the BCS in favor of

Nebraska. Many feel they should have been in the title game that year. The year

before that they lost only two games and finished 10-2 with an eye-opening victo-

ry over Texas in the Holiday Bowl. Fans knew in those two seasons how close the

program was to breaking through. But it’s hard to stay on top in the tough Pac-10.

Not only do you need great coaches and great players, you need a little luck along

the way. Oregon seemed to lose some of the confidence that had built and luck

passed them by in the 2002 and 2004 and 2006 seasons. Duck football slipped

backward following the lopsided victory over Colorado in the 2002 Fiesta Bowl

and some wondered whether Oregon had missed its chance at greatness. The

Ducks had never really been that close before. Many other non-traditional football

powers who missed their opportunities rarely earned another chance. But recruit-

ing under Mike Bellotti continued to be very strong. And with the hiring of Chip

Kelly as offensive coordinator in 2007, the Ducks began posting big numbers and

catching the eyes and ears of college football experts across the nation and the

magic returned. In a relatively few short years, the Ducks returned to the top of the

Pac-10 in 2009 and played in the Rose Bowl. After the loss to Ohio State, not

many in the nation would believe that the Ducks could come back and make it to

the Rose Bowl again, but they went beyond that and set the college football world

on its ear by going undefeated in 2010 and played in the national championship

game. Ask Duck football fans and not many would have said at any point in the

1970s, ’80s or ’90s that the Ducks could dominate the Pac-10 in back-to-back

years and go to the BCS title game, but they did. The Ducks’ years of hard work

and the fans’ loyalty has paid off. It’s great to be a Duck!

Q: Through all your experiences, what are some of the moments that have stuck

with you in your time in Eugene?

A: I’ve often been asked about the greatest play or call in my career with the

Ducks. To take any one play and make it more special than all the others is tough

to do. So many players and games have given me great memories that I’ve never

wanted to list them in any order. But I can say that the play that caught me off guard

and less prepared than any other was, of course, the Kenny Wheaton pick. What

that play meant to Kenny, the team, the fans and the future of Oregon football can

be argued as the most important play in modern Duck football history. I don’t

know if I can agree with that because there have been so many great plays that may

have decided the outcome of a big game that I think we don’t do justice to the play-

ers who made other great plays that might have won critical games for the Ducks.

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But I can agree that the Kenny Wheaton pick was the most dramatic of any I can

remember. The Ducks had played so well on that afternoon at Autzen against the

hated Huskies. And when it looked like they were going to beat a really good

Washington team with a late gut-wrenching TD drive, the Huskies came back with

time running down and were running the ball right down the Ducks’ throats with

Napolean Kaufman. Duck fans had gone from an emotional high after Oregon had

scored the go-ahead touchdown, to an emotional low when they thought the Dogs

were going to score late to steal away an Oregon victory. And then that emotional

roller coaster went into high gear again. When instead of handing the ball off to

Kaufman, Damon Huard faked the handoff and drifted back to throw the ball. The

pass to the left side of the formation hung in the air seemingly forever. And then the

miracle occurred. Kenny Wheaton, who had studied all week for this moment,

jumped the route. He picked the ball out of the air and the world around Auzten,

Eugene and the state of Oregon erupted in jubilation. I lost control. In the broad-

cast booth beside me Jorgy lost control, too! We became fans. We weren’t supposed

to, but we did. Jumping up and down I bit my tongue. Kenny Wheaton was going

to score and every fan watching and listening to that game knew it and was shout-

ing it at the top of their lungs! So while I wouldn’t say that was the greatest play of

all time, I will say it was probably the most dramatic late-game heroics of my career.

As far as other great memories go, these are some of the best: my first game doing

the Ducks with Bill Musgrave beating Colorado in Boulder in 1987; freezing my

behind off at the Independence Bowl as Ducks’ fans took over Shreveport, La., in

1989; seeing the Rose Bowl field with “Ducks” in the end zone from the press box

with Jorgy in 1995; watching the comeback kid Joey Harrington work his magic

from 1998-01; counting down the seconds to the win over Oregon State realizing

what this team had accomplished in 2010; and then seeing the team run out onto

the field to start the BCS Championship Game. I can’t name them all. And that

doesn’t begin to count the friendships with players and coaches through the past 25

years. That’s a lot of great memories.

Q: Can’t believe I haven’t asked this yet, but being that you are closer with the

football team than most, what was the ride like last year?

A: The ride to the BCS Championship game last year was different at the begin-

ning of the year than it was toward the end. By that I mean, before the first game

at Tennessee I wasn’t sure how the quarterback position would shake out. I was

confident the coach’s decision to go with Darron Thomas was the correct one. I

just wasn’t sure how he would perform on the big stage with 100,000-plus in the

stands. Would he start the season slow and then get better as the year progressed?

Or would he be the confident leader the team would need to start the season? As

it turned out he was solid in his first game. I knew after that first game the quar-

terback spot was covered. And I knew the position was covered with a great back-

up in Nate Costa. So after that first game the season settled into a rhythm and the

ride became almost predictable. Coach Kelly had his team living and believing in

the ‘Win the Day’ theme. They went into every game believing they were the bet-

ter team and that they would win. I think many of us around the program, includ-

ing some of the media, got caught up in that philosophy. So each week, all the way

to the end of the season, it was just another job to be done. I really never doubted

they would win each game. It was an odd confidence even fans could feel.

Q: Two-part question here. What was your favorite moment to cover last sea-

son? How about over the course of your tenure?

A: My favorite moment last year was during the week of the BCS Championship

Game. It is actually two moments. The first was the day before the game during walk-

through. Walkthrough is the opportunity each team has to go the stadium and see the

locker room facilities, walk the field and get a feeling for the venue where the game

will be played. They also do the team photo during walkthrough. It was special being

down on the field and seeing the big BCS logos on the turf and looking up to the

stands and getting a sense for what the players would see the next day. My wife was

also with me that day on the field to enjoy the experience. She rarely travels with me,

so that was a treat. We also got to see a golden eagle practice his flight for the nation-

al anthem the next day. We actually were surprised to see him in the elevator later on

our way up to the press box. The other favorite moment was game day. Jorgy and I

found out that the BCS officials allowed non-field media down on the field up to 15

minutes before kickoff. So we both went down to the field to ‘feel’ the pregame vibe.

Standing in the corner of the end zone when the team came off the field for the last

time before coming out for the starting lineups was mesmerizing. The house was

packed, the crowd was roaring. It was so emotional. I had tears in my eyes. That was

one of my most memorable moments since joining the Ducks.

As far as a favorite moment during my career, there have been too many to list

them all. Other than the Kenny Wheaton pick, I will always remember the feel-

ings of pride I had when I watched the team carry Coach Brooks on their shoul-

ders after the win in the Civil War at Oregon State in 1994. At that moment in

time, that was the highlight of my life as a Duck fan. Rich Brooks was taking us to

the Rose Bowl! And he was riding there on the shoulders of his players.

Q: Since you’ve traveled all over the country with the team, what differentiates

Autzen Stadium and Oregon fans from all the others?

A: First let me say I think fans everywhere do a great job of supporting their

teams. Everywhere the Ducks travel and play, opposing fans show up and make it

tough on the Ducks. But I don’t think I’ve ever been anywhere where fans are

louder or more educated in supporting their team than Duck fans. I’ve traveled to

larger stadiums like Michigan, Tennessee and USC, to name a few. But I have yet

to hear a group of fans make more noise than Duck fans. Part of the reason is the

configuration of Autzen Stadium. Fans are close to the field and opposing players

feel like Duck fans are right on top of them. But there is a special noise level Duck

fans are able to reach and maintain when the Ducks score or when opposing

defenses have the ball. I’d put Oregon’s 60,000-plus fans up against any other sta-

diums 100,000 fans any day! There is magic in Autzen, and the fans are definitely

part of that magic.

Q: Chip Kelly instituted the up-tempo “blur” offense. Did it take you a while

to tailor your calls to what more or less looks like four quarters worth of a two-

minute drill?

A: Chip’s up-tempo offense has definitely changed the way Jorgy and I call a

game. With the more conventional huddle offense or even the no-huddle offense

some teams run, you have time after the initial play for the game analysts to

describe the play and how it developed or who made key blocks. But with Chip’s

offense I have to finish my description of the play quicker and to give Jorgy time

to break it down. Likewise he doesn’t have the time to really break it down before

they’re running another play and I need it back. But Jorgy and I have worked

together for so long now we have a great rhythm going. His energy, excitement and

knowledge of the game make my job so much easier.

Q: What do you expect to be in store for 2011?

A: I expect more of the same from the 2011 football team. I see the same

‘Win the Day’ attitude, confidence, discipline and leadership. And Coach Kelly

has great continuity going with his staff. During BCS week in Glendale, some

of the media covering the game thought Chip Kelly may have the best overall

college staff in America. Throw in the success of recruiting over the past seven

or eight years, drop in a little luck all great programs need, and of course some

of that Duck magic and I see no reason why the Ducks can’t compete for anoth-

er chance at a national title.

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Q: The fans see the gaudy point totals and the explosive plays, but how has

Oregon been so lethal offensively these last few years?

A: To try and point to one or two things that make Oregon lethal offensively

would be foolish. It truly is a combination of many things, both on and off the

field, that have led to what is considered the best four-year stretch in Oregon foot-

ball history. Let me narrow the list to some of the following:

1. Continuity — Four consecutive years with virtually the same outstanding

offensive staff has much to do with the success of Oregon’s offense. Chip

Kelly remains very involved, and the addition of Mark Helfrich was a huge

plus, not only for the offense as a whole, but also for the passing game. Scott

Frost was hired as the new WR coach in 2009, and has been a pleasant sur-

prise, bringing toughness and big plays to a position that is such a key to the

offense’s success. As a player, the importance of four consecutive years in the

same system cannot be measured. Language, familiarity and experience with

this system allow Oregon to “refine” rather than “rebuild” each year.

2. Execution — Coaches coach, but players must execute and that is exactly

what Oregon has done. It all starts in the trenches and Oregon’s offensive line

has been outstanding. Their consistent play and ability to demoralize their

opponents as the game wears on is unmatched. Furthermore, the play of

Oregon’s receivers, running backs and quarterbacks has been nothing but

spectacular. All of these things combined make for a lethal combination.

3. Focus — The Duck offense, as is the case with Oregon’s entire team, is

incredibly focused. Focus comes at a price, and the price is hard work all year

round, especially in the fall. If you have had the chance to attend an Oregon

football practice, you know what I mean. If you haven’t, do it! The intensity

of each Oregon practice requires incredible focus. They practice as they play

— every day, which makes the transition to game day much less difficult.

4. Tempo, tempo, tempo — The speed at which Oregon plays is well docu-

mented. Chip Kelly and his staff preach tempo every day, and their tempo

has become a huge factor in keeping opponents off balance while piling up

yards and points. The tempo has become such a factor in games that oppo-

nents have often resorted to faking injuries in order to slow Oregon’s organ-

ized chaos. It doesn’t work!

Q: How has the offense evolved since Chip Kelly set foot in Eugene?

A: Speed. Oregon’s offense is built on speed not only as it relates to the

tempo, but specifically pure athletic speed. Each year Oregon’s offense has

evolved and improved, and speed has been the key with the maturity of

LaMichael James, the emergence of Kenjon Barner and the quality and depth

of the offensive line. Speed at those positions has increased the big-play capabil-

ities in 2010 of receivers Jeff Maehl, Drew Davis, Josh Huff and David Paulson.

Oh, and let’s not forget, all of these players excel because of the quick thinking

of another “speed” player — Darron Thomas.

Q: Lost in the shuffle at times last year was the play of the defense. What made

them so solid and sometimes even dominant last year?

A: Depth and talent were huge factors in the Oregon defense’s success last

year. The ability to play 20-plus players on defense throughout the game kept

fresh and talented bodies on the field for every snap. They were as fresh in the

second half as they were in the first half, which took its toll on opposing team

offenses. They forced 35 takeaways (second in the nation), a red zone defense

that rated fifth and only 27 points given up in the fourth quarter only scratch-

es the surface. An additional benefit to depth and talent was lack of injuries. For

players like LBs Casey Matthews and Spencer Paysinger, or DL Brandon Bair

and Zac Clark, playing 25 less plays per game allowed their bodies to survive a

grueling season while staying fresh throughout the entire game not only on

defense, but on special teams as well.

Q: A lot is being made of the return of several key performers like LaMichael

James, Darron Thomas and Cliff Harris. First off, talk about the dimensions that

those playmakers add to this roster.

A: LaMichael is a special player. The combination of quickness, pure speed

and durability has made him one of the favorites for the Heisman Trophy.

However, what I like most about LaMichael is his underrated strength and 110

percent effort on every play. There have been so many times over the past two

seasons when a play appears to be dead only to have him continue to drive the

pile forward — often times breaking loose for a big run. The performance of

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Darron Thomas last year was quite refreshing. Although there were big per-

formances throughout the season from Kenjon Barner, LaMichael James, Jeff

Maehl and Cliff Harris, Darron Thomas was the “X-Factor.” He quietly ran for

close to 500 yards, threw for 2,900 yards and accounted for 35 total touch-

downs. This dual threat forces defenses to play honest and not focus simply on

stopping LaMichael James. Even more importantly, his toughness in the pock-

et early in the season against Tennessee and Arizona State earned him the

respect of his teammates — and fans like me. Cliff Harris is a natural. His knack

for being in the right place at the right time is no accident. He is a tremendous

defensive back with great hands, speed and natural instinct. He’s also fearless —

not only as a corner playing man-to-man against some of the best receivers in

the country, but as a punt returner. Opposing teams must always know where

he is on the field.

Q: As with every team in the country, there are some big shoes to fill with the

graduation of several starters. Who are some players that you are looking at to step

up and fill some of those spots?

A: Oregon lost some outstanding seniors last year. On the defensive

side, they lost DB Talmadge Jackson III, DL Brandon Bair, Kenny

Rowe and Zac Clark and LBs Casey Matthews and Spencer Paysinger.

On offense, they must replace WRs Jeff Maehl and Drew Davis along

with OL Jordan Holmes, Bo Thran, and C.E. Kaiser. Players expect-

ed to contribute in 2011 on defense include DB Anthony Gildon,

DEs Terrell Turner, Brandon Hanna and Dion Jordan, DTs Ricky

Heimuli, Taylor Hart and Wade Kilikipi along with LBs Boseko Lokombo,

Michael Clay and Josh Kaddu. Most of these players contributed in 2010, but

will be counted on as impact players in 2011. Offensively, Oregon returns

many key starters. However, it will be very important for players such as OL

Karrington Armstrong, Nick Cody, Ramsen Golpashin and Everett Benyard to

fill the shoes of Holmes, Thran and Kaiser. Of particular importance will be

establishing a “go-to” receiver to replace Jeff Maehl. Josh Huff and Lavasier

Tuinei were outstanding as role players in 2010, but their roles will be much

different in 2011.

Q: I know most of the incoming freshmen have yet to be seen, but who are

some players you figure that could have an immediate impact when they step onto

campus this fall?

A: It’s very difficult to play as a true freshman. While some may be physically

prepared to play, the speed at which the game is played along with the mental chal-

lenges of learning a new system at a collegiate level often times forces younger play-

ers to redshirt their first year. There are exceptions each year, such as Josh Huff and

Ricky Heimuli in 2010. In 2011, players that could provide an impact include TE

Colt Lyerla along with a couple of receivers in Devon Blackmon and Tacoi Sumler.

Lyerla benefitted from graduating from high school early and participating in

spring practice. He no doubt is still learning the Oregon offense, but his athletic

ability at 6-foot-5, 225 pounds will allow him to possibly contribute in other ways,

specifically on special teams. As for Blackmon and Sumler, they are skilled wide

receivers with huge potential, and that position is much thinner in 2011 with the

departure of Jeff Maehl and Drew Davis. If they make progress during the fall,

watch out as they mature.

Q: Finish this statement: Oregon will be in the BCS hunt if ________.

A: They start quickly. Although one game does not decide a season and

Oregon must continue to “Win The Day,” a quick start in Dallas, Texas,

against LSU on Sept. 3 will no doubt send a message to the nation and the

Pac-12 that Oregon will be in the hunt to the bitter end. The Ducks also start

the conference season with a very tough late September opener in Tucson,

Ariz., against Nick Foles and the Arizona Wildcats. In my mind, these two

games will tell us a lot about the Ducks. As for the team — its one day and

one game at a time. WIN THE DAY!

“Depth and talent were huge factors in the Oregon defense’s success last

year. The ability to play 20-plus players on defense throughout the

game kept fresh and talented bodies on the field for every snap.”

> Mike Jorgensen

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2010 In Review>Individual Awards and Honors


>� MARK ASPER• Pac-10 All-Academic HM

>� BRANDON BAIR• Second Team All-Pac-10

(Pac-10 Coaches, Phil Steele, Rivals.com,Scout.com)

• Team Outstanding D-Lineman (Schaffeld Award)

>� KENJON BARNER• Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense) (New

Mexico)• CFPA Performer of the Week (PR)

(Tennessee)• Paul Hornung Performance of the Week

(New Mexico, Tennessee)

>� ROB BEARD• Fourth Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele)

>� JOHN BOYETT• Second Team All-America (SI.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (Scout.com)• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele

Publications)• All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10

Coaches)

>� ZAC CLARK• All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10

Coaches)• Team Most Improved Player (Clarke Award)

>� MICHAEL CLAY• Pac-10 All-Academic HM

>� NICK CODY• Pac-10 All-Academic HM

>� NATE COSTA• Pac-10 All-Academic HM• Team Most Inspirational Player Award

>� D.J. DAVIS• All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10

Coaches)• Todd Doxey Award (Team Honor)

>� CHAD DELANEY• Special Teams Scout Team Award

>� DANE EBANEZ• Offensive Scout Team Award

>� RAMSEN GOLPASHIN• Second Team Pac-10 All-Academic

>� CLIFF HARRIS• First Team All-America (FWAA, Sporting

News, Scout.com, SI.com, ESPN.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (PR)(Pac-10 Coaches,

Phil Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (CB) (Phil Steele,

Scout.com)

• Second Team All-Pac-10 (CB) (Pac-10Coaches, Rivals.com)

• Pac-10 Player of the Week (Defense)(Stanford)

• Pac-10 Player of the Week (Special Teams)(New Mexico, California)

• CFPA Performer of the Week (PR) (NewMexico, Washington State, California)

>� TAYLOR HART• Pac-10 All-Academic HM

>� JUSTIN HOFFMAN• Second Team Pac-10 All-Academic

>� JORDAN HOLMES• First Team All-America (SI.com)• Second Team All-America (Scout.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches)• Second Team Pac-10 All-Academic• Team Senior Academic (Sahlstrom Award)

>� JOSH HUFF• Team First-Year Player of the Year (Casanova)

>� TALMADGE JACKSON III• First Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches,

Rivals.com)

>� LaMICHAEL JAMES• Doak Walker Award (Nation’s Top RB)• Heisman Trophy Finalist• First Team All-America (AFCA, AP, FWAA,

Sporting News, Walter Camp, Scout.com,SI.com, ESPN.com)

• First Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches, PhilSteele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)

• First Team Pac-10 All-Academic• Walter Camp National Player of the Week

(Stanford)• Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense)

(Stanford)• CFPA Performer of the Week (RB) (Portland

State, Stanford)• Team’s Most Outstanding Player (Skeie’s

Award)

>� C.E. KAISER• Fourth Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele) • Team Physical Adversity Honor (Officer

Award)

>� CHIP KELLY• Eddie Robinson National Coach of the Year

(FWAA)• National Coach of the Year (Sporting News)• Pac-10 Coach of the Year (Pac-10 Coaches,

Rivals.com, Sporting News)

>� BRYSON LITTLEJOHN• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches)• Team Outstanding Special Teams (Wilson

Award)

>� JEFF MAEHL• Honorable Mention All-America (SI.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches, Phil

Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)• Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense) (USC)• Team Impact Player (Cargill Award)

>� CASEY MATTHEWS• Second Team All-America (Scout.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches,

Rivals.com, Scout.com)• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele)• Team’s Most Outstanding Player (Skeie’s

Award)

>� JEFF PALMER• Pac-10 All-Academic HM

>� DAVID PAULSON• Honorable Mention All-America (SI.com)• First Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches,

Scout.com)• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele)• First Team Pac-10 All-Academic• CFPA Performer of the Week (TE) (UCLA)

>� SPENCER PAYSINGER• All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10

Coaches)• Todd Doxey Award (Team Honor)

>� JACKSON RICE• Pac-10 Player of the Week (Special Teams)

(Tennessee)

>� KENNY ROWE• First Team All-Pac-10 (Scout.com)• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches,

Phil Steele, Rivals.com)

>� DARRON THOMAS• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches,

Phil Steele, Rivals.com, Scout.com)• Team’s Most Outstanding Player

(Skeie’s Award)

>� BLAKE THOMPSON• Defensive Scout Team Award

>� BO THRAN• First Team All-Pac-10 (Rivals.com,

Scout.com)• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches)• Team Outstanding O-Lineman (Moshofsky

Award)• Team “Pancake Club” Award

>� TERRELL TURNER• Team Most Improved Player (Clarke Award)

>� CARSON YORK• First Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele,

Scout.com)• Second Team All-Pac-10 (Rivals.com)• First Team Pac-10 All-Academic

2010 In Review>Final Pacific-10 Conference Football Standings

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Conference Games All Games W L Pct Pts Opp W L Pct Pts Opp1. Oregon 9 0 1.000 403 208 12 1 .923 611 2432. Stanford 8 1 .889 327 159 12 1 .923 524 2263. USC 5 4 .556 289 256 8 5 .615 403 347 Washington 5 4 .556 186 275 7 6 .538 284 3815. Arizona 4 5 .444 230 224 7 6 .538 367 295 Arizona St. 4 5 .444 273 251 6 6 .500 387 300 Oregon St. 4 5 .444 213 227 5 7 .417 293 3228. California 3 6 .333 175 209 5 7 .417 310 2719. UCLA 2 7 .222 155 308 4 8 .333 242 36410. Washington St. 1 8 .111 174 308 2 10 .167 235 430

OFFENSEFirst TeamQB Andrew Luck, Jr., StanfordRB LaMichael James, So., OregonRB Jacquizz Rodgers, Jr., Oregon StateRB Owen Marecic, Sr., StanfordWR Juron Criner, Jr., ArizonaWR Jeff Maehl, Sr., OregonTE David Paulson, Jr., OregonOL Chase Beeler, Sr., StanfordOL David DeCastro, Jr., StanfordOL Jordan Holmes, Sr., OregonOL Jonathan Martin, Jr., StanfordOL Tyrone Smith, Jr., USC

DEFENSEFirst TeamDL Jurrell Casey, Jr., USCDL Cameron Jordan, Sr., CaliforniaDL Steven Paea, Sr., Oregon StateDL Brooks Reed, Sr., ArizonaLB Akeem Ayers, Jr., UCLALB Mason Foster, Sr., WashingtonLB Casey Matthews, Sr., OregonDB Omar Bolden, Jr., Arizona StateDB Chris Conte, Sr., CaliforniaDB Talmadge Jackson, Sr., OregonDB Rahim Moore, Jr., UCLA

SPECIALISTSFirst TeamPK Nate Whitaker, Sr., StanfordP Bryan Anger, Jr., CaliforniaKR Robert Woods, Fr., USCPR Cliff Harris, So., OregonST Chike Amajoyi, Sr., Stanford

Second TeamQB Darron Thomas, So., OregonRB Johnathan Franklin, So., UCLARB Chris Polk, So., WashingtonRB Shane Vereen, Jr., CaliforniaWR Doug Baldwin, Sr., StanfordWR Jermaine Kearse, Jr., WashingtonTE Colby Fleener, Sr., StanfordOL Colin Baxter, Sr., ArizonaOL Adam Grant, Sr., ArizonaOL Alex Linnenkohl, Sr., Oregon StateOL Mitchell Schwartz, Jr., CaliforniaOL Bo Thran, Sr., Oregon

Second TeamDL Brandon Bair, Sr., OregonDL Ricky Elmore, Sr., ArizonaDL Sione Fua, Sr., StanfordDL Kenny Rowe, Sr., OregonLB Vontaze Burfict, So., Arizona StateLB Mychal Kendricks, Jr., CaliforniaLB Mike Mohammed, Sr., CaliforniaDB Cliff Harris, So., OregonDB Delano Howell, Jr., StanfordDB T.J. McDonald, So., USCDB Nate Williams, Sr., Washington

Second TeamPK Kai Forbath, Sr., UCLAP Jeff Locke, So., UCLAKR Omar Bolden, Jr., Arizona StatePR Ronald Johnson, Sr., USCST Bryson Littlejohn, Sr., Oregon

2010 All-Pac-10 Team> 2010 All-Academic Team>

OFFENSEFirst TeamQB Steven Threet, Arizona State Jr. 3.82 General StudiesRB LaMichael James, Oregon So. 3.01 SociologyRB Owen Marecic, Stanford Sr. 3.47 Human BiologyWR Jared Karstetter, Washington State Jr. 3.55 ZoologyWR Ryan Whalen, Stanford Sr. 3.53 Science, Tech. & SocietyTE David Paulson, Oregon Jr. 3.66 Business Admin.OL Chase Beeler, Stanford Sr. 3.68 HistoryOL Micah Hannam, Washington State Sr. 3.58 Civil EngineeringOL Brendan Lopez, Washington Jr. 3.68 MicrobiologyOL Chris Prummer, Washington State Sr. 3.98 ZoologyOL Carson York, Oregon So. 3.70 Journalism

DEFENSEFirst TeamDL Dan DeLeone, Arizona State Sr. 3.41 CommunicationDL Kevin Frahm, Oregon State Jr. 3.25 Political ScienceDL Kevin Kooyman, Washington State Sr. 3.18 Management & OperationsDL Casey Hamlett, Washington State Sr. 3.77 Management & OperationsLB Cameron Collins, Oregon State Jr. 3.48 FinanceLB Mike Mohammed, California Sr. 3.43 Business AdministrationLB Jake Fisher, Arizona So. 3.42 Pre-BusinessDB Kyle McCartney, Washington State So. 3.87 EngineeringDB Chima Nwachukwu, Washington State Sr. 3.85 Political ScienceDB Taylor Skaufel, Stanford Sr. 3.43 Science, Tech. & SocietyDB Antdony Wilcox, Arizona Sr. 3.05 Religious StudiesPK John Bonano, Arizona Jr. 3.90 Pre-PhysiologyP Jeff Locke, UCLA So. 3.57 EconomicsST Danny Rees, UCLA Sr. 3.51 History

OREGON SECOND TEAM: WR Justin Hoffman, So.; OL Ramsen Golpashin, Jr.;OL Jordan Holmes, Sr.

OREGON HONORABLE MENTION: OL Mark Asper, Jr.; LB Michael Clay,So.; OL Nick Cody, So.; QB Nate Costa, Sr.; DL Taylor Hart, RFr.; LS JeffPalmer, So.

OREGON HONORABLE MENTION: DB John Boyett, So.; DT Zac Clark, Sr.; WR D.J. Davis, Sr.; OLB Spencer Paysinger, Sr.

ST = special teams player (not a kicker or returner)

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2010 In Review>Oregon Statistics


TEAM STATISTICS ORE OPP SCORING 611 243

Points Per Game 47.0 18.7 FIRST DOWNS 345 255

Rushing 186 87 Passing 135 140 Penalty 24 28

RUSHING YARDAGE 3,721 1,665 Yards gained rushing 4,033 2,076 Yards lost rushing 312 411 Rushing Attempts 629 474 Average Per Rush 5.9 3.5 Average Per Game 286.2 128.1 TDs Rushing 42 11

PASSING YARDAGE 3,178 2,833 Comp-Att-Int 248-395-9 263-489-21 Average Per Pass 8.0 5.8 Average Per Catch 12.8 10.8 Average Per Game 244.5 217.9

TDs Passing 31 15 TOTAL OFFENSE 6,899 4,498

Total Plays 1024 963 Average Per Play 6.7 4.7 Average Per Game 530.7 346.0

KICK RETURNS: #-Yards 46-984 95-1,832 PUNT RETURNS: #-Yards 40-679 12-110 INT RETURNS: #-Yards 21-231 9-73 KICK RETURN AVERAGE 21.4 19.3 PUNT RETURN AVERAGE 17.0 9.2 INT RETURN AVERAGE 11.0 8.1 FUMBLES-LOST 26-15 26-16 PENALTIES-Yards 93-798 83-675

Average Per Game 61.4 51.9 PUNTS-Yards 43-1,799 80-3,424

Average Per Punt 41.8 42.8 Net punt average 37.9 33.6

TIME OF POSSESSION/Game 27:54 32:05 3RD-DOWN Conversions 83/185 74/211

3rd-Down Pct 45% 35% 4TH-DOWN Conversions 22/34 5/22

4th-Down Pct 65% 23% SACKS BY-Yards 33-198 9-53 MISC YARDS 0 13 TOUCHDOWNS SCORED 81 27 FIELD GOALS-ATTEMPTS 13-17 17-21 ON-SIDE KICKS 1-1 0-1 RED-ZONE SCORES (56-68) 82% (27-40) 68% RED-ZONE TOUCHDOWNS (44-68) 65% (17-40) 43% PAT-ATTEMPTS (72-73) 99% (24-24) 100% ATTENDANCE 356,387 388,287

Games/Avg Per Game 6/59,398 6/64,714 Neutral Site Games 1/78,603

SCORE BY QUARTERS Quarters 1st 2nd 3rd 4th OT TotalOregon 120 206 162 123 0 611 Opponents 86 74 56 27 0 243

RUSHING GP Att Net Avg TD Long Avg/G James, LaMichael 12 294 1,731 5.9 21 76 144.2 Barner, Kenjon 11 91 551 6.1 6 41 50.1 Thomas, Darron 13 93 486 5.2 5 35 37.4 Alston, Remene 9 63 356 5.7 5 42 39.6 Huff, Josh 13 12 214 17.8 2 85 16.5 Costa, Nate 9 20 138 6.9 2 43 15.3 Reed, Andres 2 18 125 6.9 0 36 62.5 Hawkins, Daryle 4 18 93 5.2 1 18 23.2 Clay, Michael 13 1 64 64.0 0 64 4.9 Haines, Dustin 4 2 1 0.5 0 3 0.2 Maehl, Jeff 13 1 -1 -1.0 0 0 -0.1 TEAM 10 16 -37 -2.3 0 0 -3.7 Total ....................13 629 3721 5.9 42 85 286.2 Opponents ..........13 474 1665 3.5 11 53 128.1

PASSING GP Effic Cmp-Att-Int Pct Yards TD Long Avg/G Thomas, D. 13 151.0 222-361-9 61.5 2,881 30 84 221.6 Costa, Nate 9 158.6 25-33-0 75.8 286 1 34 31.8 Rice, Jackson 10 192.4 1-1-0 100.0 11 0 11 1.1 Total ............13 151.7 248-395-9 62.8 3,178 31 84 244.5Opponents ..13 104.0 263-489-21 53.8 2,833 15 85 217.9

RECEIVING GP No. Yards Avg TD Long Avg/G Maehl, Jeff 13 77 1,076 14.0 12 81 82.8 Davis, D.J. 13 42 470 11.2 3 38 36.2 Tuinei, Lavasier 11 36 396 11.0 2 43 36.0 Paulson, David 13 24 418 17.4 4 61 32.2 Huff, Josh 13 19 303 15.9 3 57 23.3 James, LaMichael 12 17 208 12.2 3 84 17.3 Barner, Kenjon 11 13 121 9.3 2 60 11.0 Hawkins, Daryle 4 4 26 6.5 1 12 6.5Hoffman, Justin 12 3 15 5.0 0 9 1.2 Williams, Brandon 11 2 48 24.0 0 29 4.4 Murphy, Will 6 2 22 11.0 0 13 3.7Lewis, Malachi 7 2 17 8.5 1 9 2.4 Alston, Remene 9 2 16 8.0 0 14 1.8 Haines, Dustin 4 1 18 18.0 0 18 4.5 Reed, Andres 2 1 15 15.0 0 15 7.5 Johnson, Marvin 13 1 11 11.0 0 11 0.8 Delaney, Chad 3 1 2 2.0 0 2 0.7 Thomas, Darron 13 1 -4 -4.0 0 0 -0.3 Total ..........................13 248 3,178 12.8 31 84 244.5 Opponents ................13 263 2,833 10.8 15 85 217.9


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INTERCEPTIONSPlayer No. Yds Avg TD LongHarris, Cliff 6 92 15.3 1 76 Boyett, John 5 57 11.4 1 39 Matthews, Casey 3 15 5.0 0 7 Jackson, Talmadge 2 52 26.0 0 52 Lewis, Javes 1 7 7.0 0 7Jackson, Brian 1 6 6.0 0 6 Clay, Michael 1 2 2.0 0 2 Turner, Terrell 1 0 0.0 0 0Patterson, Avery 1 0 0.0 0 0 Total ....................................21 231 11.0 2 76 Opponents ............................9 73 8.1 0 28

FUMBLE RETURNSPlayer No. Yds Avg TD LongPleasant, Eddie 1 51 51.0 0 51Lokombo, Boseko 1 32 32.0 1 32 Johnson, Marvin 1 4 4.0 0 4 Total ......................................3 87 29.0 1 51 Opponents ............................3 24 8.0 1 14

SCORING |------------ PATS -------------|Player TD FGs Kick Rush Rcv Pass DXP Saf PtsJames, LaMichael 24 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 144 Beard, Rob 0 10-13 63-64 2-2 0 0-0 0 0 97 Maehl, Jeff 12 0-0 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0 0 74 Barner, Kenjon 9 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 54 Alston, Remene 5 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 30 Thomas, Darron 5 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 1-2 0 0 30 Harris, Cliff 5 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 30 Huff, Josh 5 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 30 Paulson, David 4 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 24 Solis, Eric 0 3-4 9-9 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 18 Davis, D.J. 3 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 18 Costa, Nate 2 0-0 0-0 1-1 0 1-1 0 0 14 Hawkins, Daryle 2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 12 Tuinei, Lavasier 2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 12 Boyett, John 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6 Lokombo, B. 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6 Lewis, Malachi 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0 0 6 Jordan, Dion 0 0-0 0-0 2-2 0 0-0 0 0 4 Bair, Brandon 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0 0 2 Total................81 13-17 72-73 5-5 2 2-3 0 0 611 Opponents ......27 17-21 24-24 0-1 1 1-2 0 2 243

TOTAL OFFENSEPlayer G Plays Rush Pass Total YPGThomas, Darron 13 454 486 2,881 3,367 259.0 James, LaMichael 12 294 1,731 0 1,731 144.2 Barner, Kenjon 11 91 551 0 551 50.1 Costa, Nate 9 53 138 286 424 47.1 Alston, Remene 9 63 356 0 356 39.6 Huff, Josh 13 12 214 0 214 16.5 Reed, Andres 2 18 125 0 125 62.5 Hawkins, Daryle 4 18 93 0 93 23.2 Clay, Michael 13 1 64 0 64 4.9 Rice, Jackson 10 1 0 11 11 1.1 Haines, Dustin 4 2 1 0 1 0.2 Maehl, Jeff 13 1 -1 0 -1 -0.1 TEAM 10 16 -37 0 -37 -3.7 Total ................................13 1,024 3,721 3,178 6,899 530.7 Opponents ......................13 963 1,665 2,833 4,498 346.0

FIELD GOALSPlayer FG-A Pct 1-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Lg BlSolis, Eric 3-4 75.0 0-0 2-3 1-1 0-0 0-0 30 1 Beard, Rob 10-13 76.9 0-0 5-6 3-4 2-3 0-0 42 0

PUNTINGPlayer No. Yds Avg Long TB FC I20 BlRice, Jackson 40 1,691 42.3 56 3 7 18 0 Maldonado, A. 3 108 36.0 40 0 2 1 0Total ....................43 1,799 41.8 56 3 9 19 0 Opponents ..........80 3,424 42.8 63 3 12 23 0

FG SEQUENCE Oregon OpponentsNew Mexico (24),(29),(30),26 —Tennessee (37),(42) (48),(35)Portland State (27),(41) 5Arizona State — 47,(34)Stanford (22) (46)Washington State — (50)UCLA (29) (25),(48)USC (34) (32)Washington (29) 52,(52),(27),(47)California 37,48 29Arizona — (29),(41)Oregon State (36),25 (26),(22)Auburn (26) (28),(19)Numbers in (parentheses) indicate field goal was made.

ALL PURPOSE YARDSPlayer G Rush Rec PR KOR IR Tot YPGJames, LaMichael 12 1,731 208 -2 0 0 1,937 161.4 Huff, Josh 13 214 303 2 567 0 1,086 83.5 Maehl, Jeff 13 -1 1,076 0 0 0 1,075 82.7 Barner, Kenjon 11 551 121 132 236 0 1,040 94.5 Harris, Cliff 13 0 0 546 143 92 781 60.1 Thomas, Darron 13 486 -4 0 0 0 482 37.1 Davis, D.J. 13 0 470 0 0 0 470 36.2 Paulson, David 13 0 418 0 0 0 418 32.2 Tuinei, Lavasier 11 0 396 0 0 0 396 36.0 Alston, Remene 9 356 16 0 0 0 372 41.3 Reed, Andres 2 125 15 0 0 0 140 70.0 Costa, Nate 9 138 0 0 0 0 138 15.3 Hawkins, Daryle 4 93 26 0 0 0 119 29.8 Clay, Michael 13 64 0 0 0 2 66 5.1 Boyett, John 13 0 0 0 0 57 57 4.4 Jackson, Talmadge 13 0 0 0 0 52 52 4.0 Williams, Brandon 11 0 48 0 0 0 48 4.4 Matthews, Casey 13 0 0 0 15 15 30 2.3 Grady, Scott 12 0 0 1 23 0 24 2.0 Murphy, Will 6 0 22 0 0 0 22 3.7 Haines, Dustin 4 1 18 0 0 0 19 4.8 Lewis, Malachi 7 0 17 0 0 0 17 2.4 Hoffman, Justin 12 0 15 0 0 0 15 1.2 Johnson, Marvin 13 0 11 0 0 0 11 0.8 Lewis, Javes 13 0 0 0 0 7 7 0.5 Jackson, Brian 13 0 0 0 0 6 6 0.5 Delaney, Chad 3 0 2 0 0 0 2 0.7 TEAM 10 -37 0 0 0 0 -37 -3.7 Total ....................13 3,721 3,178 679 984 231 8,793 676.4 Opponents ..........13 1,665 2,833 110 1,832 73 6,513 501.0

PUNT RETURNSPlayer No. Yds Avg TD LongHarris, Cliff 29 546 18.8 4 79 Barner, Kenjon 10 132 13.2 1 80 James, LaMichael 1 -2 -2.0 0 0 Huff, Josh 0 2 0.0 0 2 Grady, Scott 0 1 0.0 0 1 Total ....................................40 679 17.0 5 80 Opponents ..........................12 110 9.2 0 55

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KICK RETURNSPlayer No. Yds Avg TD LongHuff, Josh 23 567 24.7 0 80 Barner, Kenjon 13 236 18.2 0 39 Harris, Cliff 7 143 20.4 0 47 Matthews, Casey 1 15 15.0 0 15 Grady, Scott 1 23 23.0 0 23 Clay, Michael 1 0 0.0 0 0 Total ....................................46 984 21.4 0 80 Opponents ..........................95 1,832 19.3 0 39

KICKOFFSPlayer No. Yds Avg TB OB Ret Net YrdLBeard, Rob 95 6,131 64.5 11 1 - - -Solis, Eric 13 819 63.0 1 0 - - -Total ..................108 6,950 64.4 12 1 19.3 45.2 24 Opponents ..........54 3,480 64.4 7 1 21.4 43.6 26

DEFENSIVE LEADERS|---------------Tackles----------------------| |-Sacks-| |------Pass Def------| |-----Fumbles-----| Blkd

No. Name GP Solo Ast Total TFL/Yds No-Yards Int-Yds BrUp QBH Rcv-Yds FF Kick Saf55 Matthews, Casey 13 37 42 79 9.0 - 35 3.0 - 20 3 - 15 3 3 3 - 0 1 . . 20 Boyett, John 13 52 26 78 1.5 - 3 . 5 - 57 9 . . . . . 35 Paysinger, Spencer 13 49 27 76 6.5 - 30 3.0 - 17 . 6 . 1 - 0 1 . . 37 Jackson, Talmadge 13 46 24 70 1.5 - 2 . 2 - 52 6 . . 1 . . 11 Pleasant, Eddie 13 38 27 65 5.0 - 26 2.0 - 13 . 2 . 2 - 51 . . . 58 Rowe, Kenny 13 29 19 48 16.5 - 46 7.0 - 33 . 3 3 1 - 0 5 . . 88 Bair, Brandon 13 25 22 47 16.0 - 55 3.0 - 17 . 8 2 . . . . 46 Clay, Michael 13 22 20 42 0.5 - 1 . 1 - 2 . . 1 - 0 . . . 99 Clark, Zac 13 21 20 41 9.5 - 42 4.0 - 27 . 1 2 . 2 . . 25 Lokombo, Boseko 13 20 16 36 2.0 - 4 . . 3 . 3 - 32 . . . 13 Harris, Cliff 13 24 9 33 1.0 - 3 . 6 - 92 17 . 1 - 0 . . . 45 Turner, Terrell 13 15 18 33 5.5 - 23 2.5 - 14 1 - 0 2 1 . . . . 96 Jordan, Dion 13 21 12 33 5.5 - 27 2.0 - 16 . 1 2 . . . . 56 Kaddu, Josh 13 20 12 32 6.5 - 28 2.5 - 20 . 2 1 . . . . 43 Littlejohn, Bryson 13 15 16 31 2.0 - 2 . . . 1 2 - 0 1 . .

1 Johnson, M. 13 11 15 26 0.5 - 2 . . 3 . 1 - 4 1 . . 31 Patterson, Avery 13 12 7 19 . . 1 - 0 . 1 . . . .92 Keliikipi, Wade 13 10 8 18 0.5 - 2 . . 1 1 . . . .44 Hanna, Brandon 13 9 9 18 2.5 - 14 2.0 - 12 . 2 1 . 2 . .18 Gildon, Anthony 12 12 6 18 . . . 2 . . . . .66 Hart, Taylor 12 10 8 18 2.0 - 9 2.0 - 9 . 1 2 . . . .12 Jackson, Brian 13 8 8 16 . . 1 - 6 1 . . 2 . .28 Grady, Scott 12 11 2 13 . . . 1 . 1 - 0 . . .

7 Peppars, Chad 13 5 7 12 . . . 3 . . . . .8 Butterfield, Brian 12 8 2 10 . . . . . . . . .

90 Heimuli, Ricky 13 4 5 9 1.0 - 5 . . 1 . . . . .53 Stuckey, Dewitt 6 2 4 6 . . . . . . . . .57 Kamalani, Keloni 4 . 5 5 . . . . . . . . .23 Maehl, Jeff 13 2 1 3 . . . . . . . . .24 Barner, Kenjon 11 2 . 2 . . . . . . . . .93 Beard, Rob 12 2 . 2 . . . . . . . . .40 Thompson, Blake 4 1 1 2 . . . . . . . . .62 Musgrove, Nick 3 1 1 2 . . . . . . . . .95 Tett, Brandon 2 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . .36 Wallace, Will 2 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .77 York, Carson 12 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .85 Anderson, Anthony 6 . 1 1 . . . 2 . . . . .50 Howell, Drew 12 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .81 Hoffman, Justin 12 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .64 Stewart, Jennings 3 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . .54 Holmes, Jordan 13 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .

1 Thomas, Darron 13 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .4 Huff, Josh 13 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . .

TM TEAM 10 1 . 1 1.0 - 11 . . . . . 1 . .Total..............................13 569 410 979 97 - 376 33 - 198 21 - 231 81 20 16 - 87 18 . . Opponents ....................13 610 438 1048 79 - 261 9 - 53 9 - 73 41 12 15 - 24 17 2 2

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OREGONQtr. Opponent Time Scoring Play Conversion Plays-Yards TOP Score1st UNM 08:22 Barner, Kenjon 1-yd run Solis, Eric kick 5-20 1:23 7-01st UNM 03:03 Paulson, David 30-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Solis, Eric kick 10-82 2:18 14-01st UNM 01:55 Barner, Kenjon 25-yd run Solis, Eric kick 2-43 0:24 21-01st UNM 01:04 Barner, Kenjon 10-yd run Solis, Eric kick 3-49 0:31 28-02nd UNM 10:49 Barner, Kenjon 41-yd run Solis, Eric kick 4-52 0:54 35-02nd UNM 08:51 Barner, Kenjon 60-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Solis, Eric kick 1-60 0:14 42-02nd UNM 06:51 Harris, Cliff 61-yd punt return Solis, Eric kick 49-02nd UNM 01:55 Solis, Eric 24-yd field goal 9-52 2:38 52-02nd UNM 00:15 Harris, Cliff 64-yd punt return Solis, Eric kick 59-03rd UNM 08:51 Solis, Eric 29-yd field goal 14-68 4:31 62-03rd UNM 05:30 Solis, Eric 30-yd field goal 7-25 2:43 65-04th UNM 06:36 Hawkins, Daryle 7-yd run Solis, Eric kick 8-65 3:07 72-0

1st UT 01:25 Beard, Rob 37-yd field goal 13-51 3:23 3-62nd UT 02:56 Beard, Rob 42-yd field goal 13-60 3:48 6-132nd UT 01:04 Paulson, David 27-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 5-62 0:51 13-133rd UT 10:10 James, L. 72-yd run Beard, Rob kick 1-72 0:17 20-133rd UT 06:27 Harris, Cliff 76-yd interception return Beard, Rob kick 27-134th UT 13:28 Tuinei, L. 29-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 6-59 2:10 34-134th UT 11:39 Barner, Kenjon 80-yd punt return Beard, Rob kick 41-134th UT 03:54 Alston, Remene 2-yd run Beard, Rob kick 10-51 6:26 48-13

1st PSU 13:54 James, L. 66-yd run Beard, Rob kick 3-75 1:06 7-01st PSU 11:41 Maehl, Jeff 47-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 5-68 1:19 14-01st PSU 10:05 Maehl, Jeff 7-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 2-7 0:10 21-02nd PSU 12:31 James, L. 35-yd run Beard, Rob kick 3-70 0:44 28-02nd PSU 05:26 Hawkins, Daryle 12-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 4-34 0:56 35-02nd PSU 02:21 Beard, Rob 27-yd field goal 5-54 1:05 38-02nd PSU 00:06 Lewis, Malachi 8-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 9-38 1:49 45-03rd PSU 11:30 Beard, Rob 41-yd field goal 6-15 1:39 48-03rd PSU 09:01 Costa, Nate 4-yd run Beard, Rob kick 6-32 1:29 55-03rd PSU 07:09 Huff, Josh 18-yd run Beard, Rob kick 2-18 0:38 62-03rd PSU 03:10 Alston, Remene 20-yd run Beard, Rob kick 6-62 2:07 69-0

1st ASU 06:14 James, L. 40-yd run Beard, Rob kick 4-61 1:04 7-71st ASU 05:21 Boyett, John 39-yd interception return Beard, Rob kick 14-72nd ASU 02:21 Maehl, Jeff 12-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 8-80 1:15 21-242nd ASU 00:48 Thomas, Darron 4-yd run Beard, Rob kick 3-80 0:24 28-243rd ASU 08:12 Huff, Josh 54-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 6-80 1:47 35-243rd ASU 04:57 Lokombo, Boseko 32-yd fumble recovery Beard, Rob kick 42-24

1st STAN 11:01 Beard, Rob 22-yd field goal 9-70 3:59 3-02nd STAN 13:17 Maehl, Jeff 29-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 9-85 2:51 10-212nd STAN 11:18 James, L. 5-yd run Beard, Rob kick 7-54 1:59 17-212nd STAN 05:41 Huff, Josh 41-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 8-75 1:49 24-283rd STAN 08:20 Thomas, Darron 6-yd run Beard, Rob kick 9-68 2:33 31-313rd STAN 05:34 James, L. 3-yd run Beard, Rob kick 1-3 0:05 38-314th STAN 14:55 Davis, D.J. 25-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 6-49 1:35 45-314th STAN 01:10 James, L. 76-yd run Beard, Rob kick 3-80 1:04 52-31

1st WSU 10:50 James, L. 1-yd run Jordan, Dion rush 13-80 4:10 8-01st WSU 02:48 James, L. 84-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 3-80 0:52 15-142nd WSU 08:25 Harris, Cliff 67-yd punt return Beard, Rob kick 22-142nd WSU 02:17 James, L. 1-yd run Beard, Rob kick 8-83 2:22 29-173rd WSU 10:09 Costa, Nate 18-yd run Beard, Rob kick 8-70 3:18 36-174th WSU 11:45 Maehl, Jeff 34-yd pass from Costa, Nate Beard, Rob kick 10-91 3:46 43-23

1st UCLA 09:15 James, L. 8-yd run Beard, Rob kick 8-90 1:56 7-01st UCLA 03:04 Alston, Remene 1-yd run Costa, Nate rush 10-77 2:35 15-02nd UCLA 10:37 Huff, Josh 22-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 3-55 0:27 22-32nd UCLA 03:34 Paulson, David 6-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 11-85 3:18 29-32nd UCLA 00:42 Beard, Rob 29-yd field goal 8-65 1:47 32-33rd UCLA 11:23 Maehl, Jeff 3-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 11-67 3:37 39-33rd UCLA 01:41 James, L. 6-yd run Beard, Rob kick 1-6 0:05 46-64th UCLA 13:41 Alston, Remene 2-yd run Beard, Rob kick 4-65 1:05 53-64th UCLA 04:46 Alston, Remene 2-yd run Beard, Rob kick 1-2 0:07 60-6

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OREGON (cont.)Qtr. Opponent Time Scoring Play Conversion Plays-Yards TOP Score1st USC 09:17 Maehl, Jeff 15-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Bair, Brandon pass 9-76 2:21 8-32nd USC 12:27 James, L. 42-yd run Beard, Rob kick 2-46 0:22 15-102nd USC 06:45 Maehl, Jeff 45-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 1-45 0:09 22-172nd USC 01:10 Tuinei, L. 33-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 2-34 0:28 29-173rd USC 06:46 Maehl, Jeff 30-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 12-69 4:26 36-323rd USC 01:14 James, L. 2-yd run Beard, Rob kick 11-82 4:03 43-324th USC 07:18 Beard, Rob 34-yd field goal 11-47 5:02 46-324th USC 02:45 James, L. 8-yd run Beard, Rob kick 7-80 2:40 53-32

2nd WASH 13:22 Beard, Rob 29-yd field goal 9-76 2:22 3-02nd WASH 05:13 James, L. 1-yd run Beard, Rob rush 10-62 3:31 11-32nd WASH 01:37 Thomas, Darron 34-yd run Beard, Rob kick 2-51 0:22 18-33rd WASH 12:50 Maehl, Jeff 6-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 1-6 0:21 25-133rd WASH 06:14 Folk, Erik 47-yd field goal 8-48 3:19 16-253rd WASH 03:10 James, L. 14-yd run Beard, Rob kick 9-76 3:04 32-163rd WASH 00:24 Thomas, Darron 7-yd run Beard, Rob kick 5-54 1:24 39-164th WASH 10:52 James, L. 1-yd run Beard, Rob kick 5-16 1:08 46-164th WASH 04:34 Barner, Kenjon 30-yd run Beard, Rob kick 11-90 3:52 53-16

2nd CAL 06:34 Harris, Cliff 64-yd punt return Jordan, Dion rush 8-73rd CAL 14:29 Maehl, Jeff 29-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 1-29 0:08 15-7

1st ARIZ 03:12 Paulson, David 38-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 4-56 1:35 7-72nd ARIZ 14:04 Maehl, Jeff 6-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 10-53 3:47 14-143rd ARIZ 13:30 Huff, Josh 85-yd run Thomas, Darron pass failed 2-85 0:19 20-193rd ARIZ 04:44 Thomas, Darron 20-yd run Beard, Rob kick 19-99 6:07 27-193rd ARIZ 00:36 Davis, D.J. 6-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 6-75 2:10 34-224th ARIZ 12:46 James, L. 13-yd run Beard, Rob kick 5-35 1:31 41-224th ARIZ 12:15 James, L. 1-yd run Beard, Rob kick 2-8 0:21 48-22

1st OSU 00:40 Barner, Kenjon 3-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick blockd 9-60 2:43 6-72nd OSU 12:09 Beard, Rob 36-yd field goal 4--7 0:52 9-72nd OSU 07:03 James, L. 8-yd run Beard, Rob kick 7-74 1:48 16-73rd OSU 08:39 Davis, D.J. 19-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob kick 7-79 1:43 23-74th OSU 12:16 Barner, Kenjon 23-yd run Beard, Rob kick 6-71 2:30 30-134th OSU 04:27 James, L. 10-yd run Beard, Rob kick 5-43 2:43 37-13

2nd AUB 14:13 Beard, Rob 26-yd field goal 10-62 3:01 3-02nd AUB 10:58 James, L. 8-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Beard, Rob rush 4-93 0:57 11-74th AUB 02:33 James, L. 2-yd pass from Thomas, Darron Maehl, Jeff pass 8-55 2:17 19-19

OPPONENTSQtr. Opponent Time Scoring Play Conversion Plays-Yards TOP Score1st UT 11:13 Lincoln, D. 48-yd field goal 7-50 3:57 0-31st UT 08:53 Lincoln, D. 35-yd field goal 5-26 2:10 0-62nd UT 14:21 Poole, T. 1-yd run Lincoln, D. kick 5-69 1:59 3-13

1st ASU 07:25 Lewis, Deantre 53-yd run Weber, Thomas kick 7-81 3:23 7-02nd ASU 07:23 Willie, Mike 10-yd pass from Threet, Steven Weber, Thomas kick 12-85 5:13 14-142nd ASU 04:10 Weber, Thomas 34-yd field goal 5-52 1:45 17-142nd ASU 03:36 Taylor, Kerry 28-yd pass from Threet, Steven Weber, Thomas kick 1-28 0:06 24-143rd ASU 02:25 Willie, Mike 15-yd pass from Threet, Steven Weber, Thomas kick 8-68 2:26 31-42

1st STAN 05:06 Whalen, G. 18-yd pass from Luck, A Whitaker, N kick 11-70 5:55 7-31st STAN 04:02 Luck, A. 10-yd run Whitaker, N kick 3-12 1:04 14-31st STAN 01:08 Taylor, S. 44-yd run Whitaker, N kick 1-44 0:10 21-32nd STAN 07:30 Fleener, C. 36-yd pass from Luck, A Whitaker, N kick 7-87 3:48 28-172nd STAN 00:00 Whitaker, N. 46-yd field goal 5-40 0:50 31-24

1st WSU 04:28 Montgomery, Jam 26-yd run Furney, Andrew kick 8-70 3:30 7-81st WSU 03:40 Mitz, Logwone 1-yd run Furney, Andrew kick 2-6 0:40 14-82nd WSU 04:44 Grasu, Nico 50-yd field goal 12-48 3:41 17-223rd WSU 04:38 Blackledge, Dan 11-yd pass from Tuel, Jeff Forrest, Reid rush failed 11-80 5:31 23-36

2nd UCLA 11:04 Forbath, Kai 25-yd field goal 13-61 7:00 3-153rd UCLA 05:35 Forbath, Kai 48-yd field goal 9-51 5:48 6-394th UCLA 01:53 Brehaut, Richard 6-yd run Forbath, Kai kick 6-60 2:53 13-60

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OPPONENTS (cont.)Qtr. Opponent Time Scoring Play Conversion Plays-Yards TOP Score1st USC 11:42 Houston, Joe 32-yd field goal 8-49 3:18 3-01st USC 01:30 Tyler, Marc 1-yd run Houston, Joe kick 5-48 2:43 10-82nd USC 08:50 Tyler, Marc 8-yd run Houston, Joe kick 7-61 3:30 17-153rd USC 13:43 Johnson, Ronald 5-yd pass from Barkley, Matt Houston, Joe kick 2-21 0:18 24-293rd USC 11:19 Barkley, Matt 1-yd run Johnson, Ronald pass 4-11 1:23 32-29

2nd WASH 08:44 Folk, Erik 52-yd field goal 4-3 1:14 3-32nd WASH 00:09 Folk, Erik 27-yd field goal 9-60 1:28 6-183rd WASH 13:11 Goodwin, D. 17-yd pass from Price, Keith Folk, Erik kick 1-17 0:08 13-18

1st CAL 10:29 Vereen, Shane 1-yd run Tavecchio, Gior kick 6-49 2:16 7-03rd CAL 09:05 Hill, Derrick 0-yd fumble recovery 13-15

1st ARIZ 04:47 Criner, J. 8-yd pass from Foles, N. Zendejas, A. kick 16-60 7:42 7-01st ARIZ 02:51 Criner, J. 85-yd pass from Foles, N. Zendejas, A. kick 1-85 0:21 14-72nd ARIZ 09:56 Team safety 16-142nd ARIZ 00:04 Zendejas, A. 29-yd field goal 13-80 5:35 19-143rd ARIZ 02:46 Zendejas, A. 41-yd field goal 7-50 1:58 27-224th ARIZ 10:45 Roberts, D. 32-yd pass from Foles, N. Zendejas, A. kick 6-81 1:30 29-48

1st OSU 03:23 Rodgers, Jacq. 6-yd pass from Katz, Ryan Kahut, Justin kick 15-62 7:36 7-03rd OSU 04:51 Kahut, Justin 26-yd field goal 11-65 3:42 10-234th OSU 14:50 Kahut, Justin 22-yd field goal 8-38 2:38 13-234th OSU 01:18 Wheaton, Markus 12-yd pass from Katz, Ryan Kahut, Justin kick 8-67 3:03 20-37

2nd AUB 12:00 Burns, Kodi 35-yd pass from Newton, Cam Byrum, Wes kick 8-82 2:08 7-32nd AUB 03:26 Blanc, Mike safety 9-112nd AUB 01:47 Blake, Emory 30-yd pass from Newton, Cam Byrum, Wes kick 6-66 1:34 16-113rd AUB 11:30 Byrum, Wes 28-yd field goal 9-60 3:24 19-114th AUB 00:00 Byrum, Wes 19-yd field goal 7-73 2:27 22-19

RED ZONE EFFICIENCYOREGONOpponent Inside 20 Tot Pts TD Run/Pass TD Pct. FG Scoring Pct.New Mexico 8 30 3 3/0 .375 3 .750Tennessee 3 13 1 1/0 .333 2 1.000Portland State 9 45 6 3/3 .667 1 .778Arizona State 2 14 2 1/1 1.000 0 1.00Stanford 4 4 3 3/0 .750 1 1.000Washington State 3 22 3 3/0 1.000 0 1.000UCLA 9 53 7 5/2 .778 1 .889USC 4 25 3 2/1 .750 1 1.000Washington 7 39 5 4/1 .714 1 .857California 2 0 0 0/0 .000 0 .000Arizona 6 35 5 3/2 .833 0 .833Oregon State 6 30 4 2/2 .667 1 .833Auburn 5 19 2 0/2 .400 1 .600Total 68 349 44 30/14 .647 12 .824

OPPONENTOpponent Inside 20 Tot Pts TD Run/Pass TD Pct. FG Scoring Pct.New Mexico 0 0 0 0/0 .000 0 .000Tennessee 2 10 1 1/0 .500 1 1.000Portland State 2 0 0 0/0 .000 0 .000Arizona State 6 17 2 0/2 .333 1 .500Stanford 4 14 2 1/1 .500 0 .500Washington State 3 13 2 1/1 .667 0 .667UCLA 2 10 1 1/0 .500 1 1.000USC 7 32 4 3/1 .571 1 .714Washington 2 10 1 0/1 .500 1 1.000California 2 7 1 1/0 .500 0 .500Arizona 3 10 1 0/1 .333 1 .667Oregon State 4 20 2 0/2 .500 2 1.000Auburn 3 6 0 0/0 .000 2 .667Total 40 149 17 8/9 .425 10 .675

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Auburn running back Michael Dyer never

heard any whistle, so he just kept running — past the tackler who

thought he had him down and deep into Oregon territory.

Dyer broke stride, then took off on a once-in-a-lifetime run in the final min-

utes, setting up a short field goal on the last play that led No. 1 Auburn over

the No. 2 Ducks, 22-19, in the BCS championship game.

The freshman running back upstaged Auburn’s Heisman-winning quarter-

back Cam Newton with a 37-yard run, in which he appeared down but wasn’t

— his knee never hit the ground — as he rolled over defender Eddie Pleasant

to put the Tigers in scoring position.

Three plays later, Dyer ran 16 yards to push the ball to the 1 and set up Wes

Byrum’s 19-yard field goal with no time left. It was his sixth career game-win-

ning field goal — the one that capped off a perfect, 14-0 season, brought the

title back to Auburn for the first time since 1957 and left the Southeastern

Conference on top for the fifth straight year.

“Fifty-three years, baby,” head coach Gene Chizik said to the cheering

crowd. “This is for you. War Eagle!”

A classic sequence to close out a wild finish — five crazy minutes of football

that made up for the first 55, which were more of a bruising battle than the

offensive masterpiece everyone had predicted.

The craziness began when Casey Matthews, son of the 1980s NFL line-

backer Clay, knocked the ball from Newton’s hands while he was trying to ice

a 19-11 lead.

Oregon’s offense, shut down by Nick Fairley & Co. for most of the night,

moved 45 yards over the next 2:17 and Darron Thomas threw a shovel pass to

LaMichael James for a touchdown. Thomas hit Jeff Maehl for the tying 2-point

conversion with 2:33 left and the game was down to one possession.

And that possession will be remembered for one incredible play.

Dyer, who chose jersey No. 5 because that’s how old his brother was when

their father died in a car accident, took the handoff from Newton and ran off

right tackle for what looked like a 6- or 7-yard gain. Nothing routine about this

one, though. He never heard a whistle, wasn’t sure his knee hit the ground, so

he popped up and kept going. Almost everyone on the field had stopped play-

ing, but the referee never blew the play dead. Dyer made it to the Oregon 23.

An official’s review ensued and the replay showed that, indeed, his knee had

never touched the turf.

“I was going out there, trying to make a play. I just kept my feet moving,”

he said.

In a statement released after the game, referee Bill LeMonnier said he was

confident of the call: “The ruling on the field was there was nothing other than

the foot that touched the ground,” he explained.

The freshman finished with 143 yards and was chosen offensive player of

the game — no small feat considering he had Newton playing well on the

same offense.

Newton threw for 265 yards and two touchdowns and ran for 64 yards, most

in short, punishing bites.

It was a good perform-

ance, but not spectacular

— par for the course in a

game that was projected as

a possible 60-55 shootout

by Steve Spurrier and a

74-point touchdown-fest

by the oddsmakers who set

the over-under.

Wearing white jerseys,

green pants and DayGlo

shoes and socks, the

Ducks got only 49 yards rushing from James. An offense that had been held

under 37 points only once all year managed just the two touchdowns. The last

one came on a simple shovel pass from Thomas, who finished with 363 yards

— 81 of which came on a long pass to Maehl that set up the first touchdown.

Oregon’s fast-paced offense that turned most opponents into mush in the

second half had trouble wearing down Auburn.

>� BOX SCOREOregon ..............0 11 0 8 — 19 Record: (12-1, 9-0)Auburn ..............0 16 3 3 — 22 Record: (14-0, 8-0)

2nd 14:13 ORE Beard, R. 26-yd field goal, 10-62 3:01, ORE 3 - AUB 012:00 AUB Burns, K. 35-yd pass from Newton, C. (Byrum, W.

kick), 8-82 2:08, ORE 3 - AUB 710:58 ORE James, L. 8-yd pass from Thomas, D., (Beard, R. rush),

4-93 0:57, ORE 11 - AUB 703:26 AUB Blanc, M. safety, ORE 11 - AUB 901:47 AUB Blake, E. 30-yd pass from Newton, C., (Byrum, W.

kick), 6-66 1:34, ORE 11 - AUB 163rd 11:30 AUB Byrum, W. 28-yd field goal, 9-60 1:34, ORE 11 - AUB 194th 02:33 ORE James, L. 2-yd pass from Thomas, D. (Maehl, J. pass),

8-55 2:17, ORE 19 - AUB 1900:00 AUB Byrum, W 19-yd field goal, 7-73 2:27, ORE 19 - AUB 22

RUSHING: Oregon-James, LaMichael 13-49; Barner, Kenjon 11-32;Thomas, Darron 8-minus 6. Auburn-Michael Dyer 22-143; Cam Newton22-64; O. McCalebb 6-47.

PASSING: Oregon-Thomas, Darron 27-40-2-363; Rice, Jackson 1-1-0-11.Auburn-Cam Newton 20-34-1-265; TEAM 0-1-0-0.

RECEIVING: Oregon-Maehl, Jeff 9-133; Davis, D.J. 6-60; James, LaMichael4-39; Tuinei, Lavasier 3-75; Paulson, David 3-48; Barner, Kenjon 2-8;Johnson, Marvin 1-11. Auburn-Terrell Zachery 6-48; Darvin Adams 4-54;Emory Blake 4-54; Lutzenkirchen 2-48; O. McCalebb 2-10; Kodi Burns 1-35; Mario Fannin 1-16.

INTERCEPTIONS: Oregon-Harris, Cliff 1-22. Auburn-Washington, D. 1-1;Etheridge, Zac 1-0.

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bowl history>1917-2011


>� AUBURN 22, OREGON 19Jan. 10, 2011 > Glendale, Ariz. > Attendance: 78,603

2011 BCS Championship>

bowl history>1917-2011

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2010 Rose Bowl ..................................Ohio State 26, Oregon 172008 Holiday Bowl ......................Oregon 42, Oklahoma State 312007 Sun Bowl ..............................Oregon 56, South Florida 212006 Las Vegas Bowl ....................................BYU 38, Oregon 82005 Holiday Bowl ..............................Oklahoma 17, Oregon 142003 Sun Bowl ..................................Minnesota 31, Oregon 302002 Seattle Bowl ..............................Wake Forest 38, Oregon 172002 Fiesta Bowl ..................................Oregon 38, Colorado 162000 Holiday Bowl....................................Oregon 35, Texas 301999 Sun Bowl ..................................Oregon 24, Minnesota 201998 Aloha Bowl ..................................Colorado 51, Oregon 431997 Las Vegas Bowl ..............................Oregon 41, Air Force 131996 Cotton Bowl ..................................Colorado 38, Oregon 61995 Rose Bowl ..................................Penn State 38, Oregon 201992 Independence Bowl......................Wake Forest 39, Oregon 351990 Freedom Bowl ........................Colorado State 32, Oregon 311989 Independence Bowl ..............................Oregon 27, Tulsa 241963 Sun Bowl ..........................................Oregon 21, SMU 141960 Liberty Bowl ................................Penn State 41, Oregon 121958 Rose Bowl ....................................Ohio State 10, Oregon 71949 Cotton Bowl ......................................SMU 21, Oregon 131920 Rose Bowl ..........................................Harver 7, Oregon 61917 Rose Bowl ..................................Oregon 14, Pennsylvania 0Oregon All-Time Bowl Record ..........................................9-15BCS Bowl Record ............................................................1-2

BCS National Championship (2011) ................................0-1Rose Bowl (2010, 1995, 1958, 1920, 1917) ....................1-4Fiesta Bowl (2002) ......................................................1-0

Holiday Bowl (2008, 2005, 2000) ..................................2-1Sun Bowl (2007, 2003, 1999, 1963) ................................3-1Las Vegas Bowl (2006, 1997) ............................................1-1Seattle Bowl (2002) ........................................................0-1Aloha Bowl (1998)..........................................................0-1Cotton Bowl (1996, 1949) ..............................................0-2Independence Bowl (1992, 1989) ........................................1-1Freedom Bowl (1990) ......................................................0-1Liberty Bowl (1960) ........................................................0-1

Other Bowl Games>

3> Quarterback JOEY HARRINGTON threw for 350 yards and four touchdowns to

lead Oregon to its first BCS bowl win, a 38-16 rout of Colorado in the 2002 Fiesta Bowl.

Bowl Game Programs>2010 Rose Bowl 2008 Holiday Bowl

2007 Sun Bowl 2006 Las Vegas Bowl

2005 Holiday Bowl 2003 Sun Bowl

2002 Seattle Bowl 2002 Fiesta Bowl

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Ducks in the NFL>Draftees


Year Rd Pick Player Pos Team2011 4 116 Casey Matthews LB Philadelphia Eagles2010 2 38 T.J. Ward FS Cleveland Browns2010 3 70 Ed Dickson TE Baltimore Ravens2010 4 111 Walter Thurmond III CB Seattle Seahawks2009 2 34 Patrick Chung SS New England Patriots2009 2 42 Jairus Byrd CB Buffalo Bills2009 2 49 Max Unger OT Seattle Seahawks2009 5 159 Fenuki Tupou OT Philadelphia Eagles2009 6 205 Ra’Shon Harris DT Pittsburgh Steelers2009 7 247 Nick Reed DE Seattle Seahawks2008 1 13 Jonathan Stewart RB Carolina Panthers2008 5 156 Dennis Dixon QB Pittsburgh Steelers2008 7 241 Geoff Schwartz T Carolina Panthers2007 5 155 Dante Rosario TE Carolina Panthers2007 6 187 Matt Toeaina DT Cincinnati Bengals2007 6 210 Jordan Kent WR Seattle Seahawks2006 1 12 Haloti Ngata DT Baltimore Ravens2006 2 49 Kellen Clemens QB New York Jets2006 4 111 Demetrius Williams WR Baltimore Ravens2006 7 235 Justin Phinisee CB Tampa Bay Buccaneers2005 3 94 Adam Snyder T San Francisco 49ers2005 7 223 Marcus Maxwell WR San Francisco 49ers2004 2 35 Igor Olshansky DE San Diego Chargers2004 2 36 Junior Siavii DT Kansas City Chiefs2004 4 105 Samie Parker WR Kansas City Chiefs2004 6 198 Keith Lewis DB San Francisco 49ers2003 4 104 George Wrighster TE Jacksonville Jaguars2003 4 105 Onterrio Smith RB Minnesota Vikings2003 7 221 Keenan Howry WR Minnesota Vikings2002 1 3 Joey Harrington QB Detroit Lions2002 2 54 Maurice Morris RB Seattle Seahawks2002 3 79 Rashad Bauman CB Washington Redskins2002 4 103 Justin Peelle TE San Diego Chargers2002 6 188 Wesly Mallard LB New York Giants2002 7 246 Steve Smith DB Jacksonville Jaguars2001 5 155 A.J. Feeley QB Philadelphia Eagles2000 3 81 Reuben Droughns RB Detroit Lions2000 4 128 Peter Sirmon LB Tennessee Titans1999 1 3 Akili Smith QB Cincinnati Bengals1999 4 133 Josh Bidwell P Green Bay Packers1999 7 208 Jed Weaver TE Philadelphia Eagles1998 2 42 Pat Johnson WR Baltimore Ravens1998 5 146 Blake Spence TE New York Jets1997 3 82 Paul Wiggins T Pittsburgh Steelers1997 3 94 Kenny Wheaton DB Dallas Cowboys1997 7 204 Tony Graziani QB Atlanta Falcons1996 1 11 Alex Molden DB New Orleans Saints1996 4 103 Ricky Whittle RB New Orleans Saints1996 7 215 Jeremy Asher — Washington Redskins1995 6 195 Dino Philyaw RB New England Patriots1995 7 209 Chad Cota SAF Carolina Panthers1995 7 220 Herman O’Berry DB St. Louis Rams1994 3 75 Romeo Bandison DT Cleveland Browns1994 3 100 Ernest Jones LB Los Angeles Rams1993 6 161 Eric Castle DB San Diego Chargers1992 9 249 Muhammad Oliver DB Denver Broncos1992 12 327 Matt LaBounty DE San Francisco 49ers1991 4 106 Bill Musgrave QB Dallas Cowboys1991 8 221 Tony Hargain WR San Francisco 49ers1990 3 78 Latin Berry DB Los Angeles Rams1990 4 105 Chris Oldham DB Detroit Lions1990 8 217 Curt Dykes — Philadelphia Eagles1990 11 286 Daryl Reed DB Seattle Seahawks1989 2 50 Scott Kozak LB Houston Oilers1989 3 58 Matt Brock DE Green Bay Packers1989 6 148 Thom Kaumeyer DB Los Angeles Rams1989 Supplemental Brett Young — Buffalo Bills1988 2 35 Anthony Newman DB Los Angeles Rams1988 4 88 Rollin Putzier DT Green Bay Packers1988 8 216 J.J. Birden WR Cleveland Browns1987 1 13 Chris Miller QB Atlanta Falcons1987 3 74 Cliff Hicks DB Los Angeles Rams1986 5 138 Lew Barnes WR Chicago Bears1986 9 240 Tony Cherry RB San Francisco 49ers1986 11 298 Drew Smetana — San Diego Chargers1984 3 75 Steve Baack NT Detroit Lions1984 6 163 Dan Ralph DT Atlanta Falcons1984 Supplemental Gary Zimmerman T New York Giants

Year Rd Pick Player Pos Team1983 2 50 Michael Walter LB Dallas Cowboys1983 3 83 Steve Brown DB Houston Oilers1982 4 95 Reggie Brown RB Atlanta Falcons1982 6 151 Vince Williams RB San Francisco 49ers1982 11 300 Stu Yatsko — Denver Broncos1981 6 156 Bryan Hinkle LB Pittsburgh Steelers1981 12 325 Kevin McGill — Cleveland Browns1980 4 97 Terry Dion DE Seattle Seahawks1980 8 197 Don Coleman — Denver Broncos1979 10 266 Bruce Beekley LB Atlanta Falcons1978 7 175 Fred Quillan C San Francisco 49ers1978 9 225 Reggie Grant DB New York Jets1976 1 18 Mario Clark DB Buffalo Bills1976 8 232 Ron Hunt T Cincinnati Bengals1976 12 322 Ron Lee — San Diego Chargers1976 17 476 Chuck Wills — Washington Redskins1976 17 486 Stan Woodfill — Dallas Cowboys1975 1 16 Russ Francis TE New England Patriots1975 11 262 George Martin DE New York Giants1974 5 122 Tim Guy — Buffalo Bills1974 16 400 Jack Conners — San Francisco 49ers1973 2 52 Chuck Bradley TE Miami Dolphins1973 3 60 Timothy Stokes T Los Angeles Rams1973 3 64 Dan Fouts QB San Diego Chargers1972 1 4 Ahmad Rashad WR St. Louis Cardinals1972 1 22 Tom Drougas T Baltimore Colts1972 4 102 Tom Graham LB Denver Broncos1972 8 190 Leland Glass WR Green Bay Packers1972 12 309 Mike Williams — Kansas City Chiefs1972 17 436 John McKean — Los Angeles Rams1971 7 172 Bob Newland WR New Orleans Saints1971 10 249 Jack Stambaugh — Cincinnati Bengals1971 12 304 Tom Blanchard P New York Giants1971 14 358 Lionel Coleman — Los Angeles Rams1970 3 64 Andy Maurer G Atlanta Falcons1970 4 90 Jim Evenson — Pittsburgh Steelers1970 11 273 Alan Pitcaithley — New York Giants1969 9 230 Claxton Welch RB Dallas Cowboys1968 1 12 Jim Smith DB Washington Redskins1967 15 382 Steve Bunker — Los Angeles Rams1967 16 402 Bill Smith — Pittsburgh Steelers1966 Supplemental Dan Archer G Oakland Raiders1965 10 Dave Tobey LB Pittsburgh Steelers1965 Supplemental Jerry Inman DT Denver Broncos1964 2 Mel Renfro DB Dallas Cowboys1964 3 Dave Wilcox LB San Francisco 49ers1964 11 Bob Berry QB Philadelphia Eagles1963 2 Steve Barnett T Chicago Bears1963 3 Ron Snidow DE Washington Redskins1962 Supplemental Jerry Tarr WR Denver Broncos1961 11 Riley Mattson T Washington Redskins1960 4 Willie West DB St. Louis Cardinals1960 15 John Wilcox DT Philadelphia Eagles1960 Supplemental Jack Stone T Dallas Texans1959 4 Bob Grottkau OG Detroit Lions1956 7 Jack Morris DB Los Angeles Rams1956 8 Dick James HB Washington Redskins1955 1 1 George Shaw QB Baltimore Colts1955 4 Jack Patera LB Baltimore Colts1954 18 Emery Barnes DE Green Bay Packers1953 24 Monte Brethauer DB Baltimore Colts1951 18 Dick Daugherty OG Los Angeles Rams1950 8 Woodley Lewis DB Los Angeles Rams1949 4 Norm Van Brocklin QB Los Angeles Rams1948 15 Dan Garza OE New York Giants1948 25 Dick Wilkins OE New York Giants1943 15 Floyd Rhea G Brooklyn Dodgers1942 2 Curt Mecham TB Brooklyn Dodgers1941 3 Jim Stuart T Washington Redskins1940 5 Frank Emmons FB Philadelphia Eagles1937 6 Del Bjork T Chicago Bears1936 8 Ross Carter G Chicago Cardinals

Number of Rounds in the NFL Draft (Historically)1995-present 7 1960-66 20 1939-42 221993-94 8 1950-59 30 1938 121977-92 12 1949 25 1937 101967-76 17 1943-48 32 1936 9

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UNDRAFTED FREE AGENTSYears Player Pos Signing Team2010-2010 LeGarrette Blount RB Tampa Bay2009-2009 Jerome Boyd DB Oakland2004-2004 Jason Willis WR Seattle2001-2002 Davis Sanchez DB San Diego1999-2000 Damon Griffin WR Cincinnati1998-1999 Josh Wilcox TE New Orleans1997-1997 Derrick Barnes LB New Orleans1996-1998 Willy Tate TE Tampa Bay1996-1996 Steve Hardin G Indianapolis1995-1997 Tommy Thompson P San Francisco1993-1999 Ronnie Harris WR New England1992-2004 Jeff Thomason TE Cincinnati1991-1993 Terry Obee WR Minnesota1990-1999 Derek Loville RB Seattle1987-1987 Dale Dorning DE Seattle1987-1987 Kwante Hampton WR Atlanta1987-1987 Rock Richmond DB Pittsburgh1987-1987 Kevin Willhite RB Green Bay1986-1987 Scott Holman WR St. Louis1985-1987 Wendell Cason DB Atlanta1982-1988 Jeff Stover DE-DT San Francisco1981-1986 Neil Elshire DE Minnesota1978-1978 Ted Farmer RB St. Louis1977-1981 June Jones QB Atlanta1974-1974 LeFrancis Arnold G Denver1973-1974 Bill Drake DB-WR Los Angeles1969-1969 Tim Casey LB Chicago1967-1968 Dan Archer G-T Oakland1966-1975 Pat Matson G Denver1966-1973 Jerry Inman DT Denver1966-1966 Max Choboian QB Denver1963-1969 Bill Swain LB Los Angeles1962-1969 Mike Gaechter DB Dallas1961-1970 Dave Grayson DB Dallas1961-1961 Len Burnett DB Pittsburgh1960-1962 Jack Stone T Dallas1959-1959 Darrel Aschbacher G Philadelphia1958-1958 Jim Shanley HB Green Bay1952-1952 Mike Sikora G Chicago1941-1947 Dick Horne E New York1936-1936 Mark Temple TB Brooklyn1935-1940 Butch Morse E Detroit1935-1935 Alex Eagle T Brooklyn1935-1935 Roy Gagnon G Detroit1935-1935 Stan Kostka FB-LB Brookly1934-1939 Bree Cuppoletti G Chicago1934-1936 Bernie Hughes C Chicago1934-1936 Mike Mikulak HB Chicago1933-1936 Bill Morgan T New York1932-1933 Joe Lillard TB-HB Chicago1931-1938 George Christensen T-G Portsmouth1931-1931 Dutch Kitzmiller FB New York1922-1922 Lyle Bigbee E Milwaukee1920-1922 Jack Beckett T Buffalo

DUCKS IN THE SUPER BOWLPlayer Team Year(s)Dan Archer Oakland Raiders 1968Bob Berry Minnesota Vikings 1974, ’75, ’77Eric Castle San Diego Chargers 1995Mario Clark San Francisco 49ers 1985Dennis Dixon Pittsburgh Steelers 2009, ’11Reuben Droughns New York Giants 2008Russ Francis San Francisco 49ers 1985Dave Grayson Oakland Raiders 1968Tony Graziani Atlanta Falcons 1999Ronnie Harris Atlanta Falcons 1999Clifford Hicks Buffalo Bills 1991, ’92, ’93Pat Johnson Baltimore Ravens 2001Ernest Jones Denver Broncos 1998

Derek Loville San Francisco 49ers 1995Denver Broncos 1998, ’99

George Martin New York Giants 1987Andy Maurer Oakland Raiders 1968

Denver Broncos 1978Maurice Morris Seattle Seahawks 2006Bill Musgrave San Francisco 49ers 1995Chris Oldham Buffalo Bills 1992

Pittsburgh Steelers 1996Rollin Putzier San Francisco 49ers 1990Fred Quillan San Francisco 49ers 1982, ’85Ahmad Rashad Minnesota Vikings 1977Mel Renfro Dallas Cowboys 1971, ’72, ’76, ’78Jeff Stover San Francisco 49ers 1985, ’89Jeff Thomason Green Bay Packers 1997, ’98

Philadelphia Eagles 2005Mike Walter San Francisco 49ers 1985, ’89, ’90Jed Weaver New England Patriots 2005Claxton Welch Dallas Cowboys 1971, ’72Gary Zimmerman Denver Broncos 1998

UO SUPER BOWL FACTSAppearances: 47Super Bowl Rings: 24Most Appearances: 4 — Mel RenfroMost Super Bowl Rings: 3 — Derek Loville and Mike WalterNFL Teams Represented: 15 — Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, DallasCowboys, Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New EnglandPatriots, New York Giants, Oakland Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, SanDiego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle SeahawksNFL Team Represented Most Often: San Francisco 49ers (12)Most Ducks in One Super Bowl: 5 — 1985 San Francisco 49ers (Mario Clark, RussFrancis, Fred Quillan, Jeff Stover, Mike Walter)

20> Running back MAURICE MORRIS drafted by Seattle in the second round of

the 2002 NFL� Draft, helped the Seahawks reach Super Bowl XL. Seattle lost to the

Pittsburgh Steelers, 21-10.

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Ducks in the NFL>Catching up with ...


In his collegiate career, Chung was a four-year starterand a two-time first-team All-Pac-10 selection. Servingas mostly a rover and occasionally a free safety, Chungrecorded 84 or more tackles all four years with the Ducks,including a career-best 117 in 2007. He also had nineinterceptions and made 19 tackles for loss among his 384career tackles.

Chung’s versatility, work ethic and talent caught the eyeof the New England Patriots, who nabbed him with their

second round pick (34th overall) in the 2009 NFLDraft. Chung played mostly on special teams as arookie, but did suit up for 16 games for the Patriotsin the 2009 season. He finished with 37 tackles andtwo sacks, filling a valuable role as the Patriots went10-6 to win the AFC East Division.

A year later, Chung earned himself a startingrole, getting the nod in 13 of the 14 games he

played in. The result was a 96-tackle season inwhich he added three interceptions. His ball hawking

skills helped New England go a league-best 14-2 duringthe regular season, while the Patriots’ defense finishedeighth in the league in points allowed.

Now with a starting spot on one of the NFL’s premierfranchises, Chung appears to be a fixture in the league foryears to come.

The heart and soul of the Oregon defense duringhis four-year stint in Eugene, Chung’s instinctsand abilities have him in the starting lineup forone of the NFL’s top franchises.


After his stellar play on the defensive line earned Ngata first-team Freshman All-America honors in 2002, a knee injury cost

him nearly all of his sophomore campaign. The Salt Lake City,Utah native came back to earn All-Pac-10 honorable mention in 2004 and

finished his collegiate career with a dominant 2005 season that saw him earn Pac-10 Co-Defensive Player ofthe Year and consensus All-America honors. He recorded 61 tackles, nine tackles for loss and three sacks inhis final collegiate campaign.

Ngata’s size and stellar play on the defensive line made him a prized pro prospect. The Baltimore Ravenssnagged him in the first round with the 12th overall pick of the 2006 NFL Draft and immediately thrust himinto their starting lineup. He started all 16 games for the Ravens in 2006 and finished with 31 tackles and asack. He also showed some athleticism with an interception, which he returned 60 yards that season.

The Ravens have experienced tremendous success since plugging Ngata in the lineup, finishing in the top10 in the NFL in total defense during all five of his seasons and made the playoffs four times. Individually,Ngata has shown versatility as a pro by playing four different positions in several different schemes. He hasbeen the nose tackle of a 3-4 scheme and has settled in at left defensive end over the past two seasons, mak-ing the Pro Bowl both times.

Ngata is coming off his finest season as a pro. He tied a career high with 63 tackles (a career-high 46 ofwhich were solo) and nearly doubled his previous career best with 5.5 quarterback sacks en route to beingnamed first-team All-Pro by the Associated Press for the first time in his career. This honor followed twoconsecutive second-team All-Pro nods from the AP.

In five seasons, Ngata has played in 78 of a possible 80 games, earning the start in 76 of those contests.From the defensive line, he has recorded 247 tackles and 12 sacks. He’s finished with 55 or more stops onthree occasions and multiple sacks twice. During his tenure, the Ravens have a 50-30 record (.625 winningpercentage), won 11 or more games three times, won at least one playoff game three consecutive years andappeared in the 2009 AFC Championship game.

Easily the most dominant defender among the formerDucks gracing the NFL gridiron, Ngata may very well have helped usher in Oregon football’s current eraof dominance.

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Stewart left Oregon after three productive seasons in thebackfield, finishing second in UO history with 2,891 rushing

yards, only 305 shy of Derek Loville’s school record despite recording nearly 300 fewercarries as a Duck. Stewart put together the finest season for an Oregon runner as a jun-ior, finishing the 2007 season with a then-record 1,722 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns.He also averaged 6.15 yards per carry that season as the Ducks started the year 8-1 andmoved as high as No. 2 in the national rankings en route to a Sun Bowl title that season.

Stewart’s All-America junior year caught the eyes of NFL scouts and he was selected inthe first round with the 13th overall pick by the Carolina Panthers in 2008. He started hiscareer with a bang, rushing for 53 yards on only 10 carries in his pro debut and followedthat effort with two rushing touchdowns the following week. He recorded two 100-yardrushing efforts and finished his rookie campaign with 836 yards and 10 touchdowns onthe ground despite not starting a single game all year. His contributions off the benchhelped the Panthers go 12-4 and win the NFC South Division and a first-round bye inthe NFL playoffs. Stewart opened the scoring in Carolina’s playoff game against Arizona,scoring from 9 yards out on his first career playoff carry.

That rookie season was the start of a trend for Stewart, who has statistically made themost of his playing time in the NFL. In 2009, Stewart experienced a breakout season andpaired with DeAngelo Williams to give Carolina two 1,000-yard rushers. Stewart led thePanthers with 1,133 yards and 10 rushing touchdowns while averaging 5.1 yards per carry.All three of those totals ranked in the top 10 in the league. He again did this despite start-ing only three of 16 games and receiving nearly the same amount of carries (221) asWilliams (216). He helped spur a late season surge for the Panthers to get them to an 8-8 finish, eclipsing 100 yards rushing and scoring at least one touchdown in four of thefinal five games (all wins).

Stewart has gained 2,739 yards in three seasons, despite only starting 10 of the 46games he has played. He has cracked the 100-yard barrier on the ground nine times in hiscareer and scored 24 career touchdowns (22 rushing, 2 receiving).

Jonathan Stewart is arguably the best formerDuck who is currently suiting up on Sundays inthe NFL, at least on the offensive side of the ball.

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Oregon Administration>President and Athletics Director


Richard Lariviere became president of the University of Oregon onJuly 1, 2009. He served as executive vice chancellor and provost atthe University of Kansas from 2006 to 2009. As the chief academic

officer at the University of Kansas, Lariviere oversaw the reorganization of theKU graduate school and the School of Fine Arts, as well as the expansion ofKU’s School of Pharmacy.

Before arriving in Kansas, Lariviere was dean of the College of LiberalArts at the University of Texas at Austin from 1999 to 2006. During histenure heading the nation’s largest college of liberal arts, the college’s rateof external research funding doubled and more than 230 faculty memberswere hired.

Lariviere’s scholarly roots extend around the world. After earning his bach-elor’s degree in the history of religions from the University of Iowa in 1972,Lariviere and his wife, Janis, traveled to India for the first time. Lariviereeventually built an impressive academic career around the country’s lan-guages, histories, religions and culture. In 1978, he earned his doctorate inSanskrit from the University of Pennsylvania. While he has published articlesand several books on Indian legal history, he has also tackled subjects rang-ing from religion in India to matrimonial remedies for women in classical

Hindu law. He reads eight languages andspeaks French and Hindi. He has con-ducted research in London, Oxford,Calcutta, Poona Kathmandu, Tokyo,Beijing, Lahore, Munich, Colombo, andMadras, as well as a host of smaller citiesin India.

Lariviere is a Fellow of the Institute ofInnovation, Creativity & Capital inAustin, a life member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a fellow of theRoyal Asiatic Society of Great Britain, a life member of the AmericanOriental Society, and a founding member of the Society for Design andProcess Science. He had a successful career as a consultant for American andIndian companies in information technology and Business ProcessOutsourcing. He has also served on corporate boards in the IT industry.

Lariviere’s wife, Janis Worcester Lariviere, has worked in science educationat the University of Kansas and the University of Texas. The couple has adaughter, Anne Elizabeth, who graduated from Barnard College and teacheselementary school in New York City.

PresidentTwo Years at Oregon

Iowa (1972), Penn (1978)

RICHARD

LARIVIERE

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University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere named RobMullens director of intercollegiate athletics on July 15, 2010.Mullens arrived from the University of Kentucky, where he served

as deputy director of athletics and managed day-to-day operations ofKentucky’s 22-sport athletics department, with an annual operating budgetof $79 million.

His background is in accounting and auditing, and he promoted soundfiscal management and self-sufficiency at the University of Kentucky. Duringhis total of eight years at Kentucky, the athletics department’s operatingbudget expanded by nearly 70 percent. Fundraising for the department hitrecord levels each of the past seven years prior to his departure.

Prior to being named deputy director of athletics at Kentucky, Mullensserved as the university’s executive associate director of athletics from 2002to 2006. He served at the University of Maryland from 1996-2002, startingas assistant director of athletics for business and ultimately as executive sen-ior associate director of athletics and chief of staff.

The West Virginia native was senior athletics business manager at theUniversity of Miami (Fla.) from 1994 to 1996, and prior to that he was anaccountant/auditor at Ernst & Young in Raleigh, N.C.

“Much will be expected of Rob Mullens as the university’s new athletics

director, and based on his track record Iam confident that he will be very suc-cessful at the University of Oregon,”Lariviere said. “Rob has been asked todevelop a clear vision to maintain andadvance the UO’s competitive advan-tages in fundraising, facilities develop-ment and recruitment and retention ofstudent-athletes and staff. He will insurethat the athletics department remains financially self-sufficient, while at thesame time promoting an environment that helps each student athlete tosucceed in the classroom as well as the field of competition.

“This is a period of important growth and change for the athletics depart-ment. A new basketball arena will open within a year and additionalimprovements are on the way for other athletics facilities. It will be Rob’s roleto not only oversee and promote future advances for the department, but tonurture the individual programs that will fill those outstanding venues.”

Mullens (7/19/69) went to school at West Virginia University, where heearned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree insport management. He and his wife, Jane, have two sons — Cooper and Tanner.

Director of AthleticsOne Year at Oregon

West Virginia (1991, ’93)

ROB

MULLENS

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