Shortly after defensive coordinator Nick Aliotti’s announcement that he would retire after the Alamo Bowl game, Oregon hosted their defensive press conference featuring Aliotti, cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, defensive lineman Taylor Hart, safety Brian Jackson, linebacker Derrick Malone, and defensive end Tony Washington.
The media swarm around Nick Aliotti following the defensive press conference to ask questions about his recent announcement of retirement. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
Oregon junior defensive end Tony Washington (91) and defensive coordinator Nick Aliotti enter the press conference together, shortly after Aliotti’s retirement announcement. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)
Oregon senior defensive tackle Taylor Hart (66) chuckles as he speaks to the media. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)
Brian Jackson scratches his chin while answering a question during Oregon’s defensive press conference. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
Derrick Malone answers a question from the media about the upcoming Alamo Bowl against Texas. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
Oregon defensive coordinator Nick Aliotti responds to questions about his preparation for Texas’ style of offense. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)
Oregon junior cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14) flashes a grin as the conference draws to a close. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)
The Oregon and Alamo Bowl helmets frame the conference table shortly before players arrive. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)
Tony Washington Jr. walks with his arm around Nick Aliotti towards the press conference room. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
Nick Aliotti and the Oregon defense speak with the media during a press conference. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
Oregon defensive coordinator Nick Aliotti speaks with the media at the press conference. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)
Derrick Malone smiles at Tony Washington Jr. after Washington answered a question from the media during Oregon’s defensive press conference. Oregon hosts their Alamo Bowl defensive press conference in the Marriott Riverwalk on Dec. 27, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)