Photos: Oregon Ducks vs. Washington Huskies pregame festivities

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The motorcyclist that drives former Oregon defensive back Kenny Wheaton down the field waits patiently prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The motorcyclist that drives former Oregon defensive back Kenny Wheaton down the field waits patiently prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Former Oregon Ducks defensive back Kenny Wheaton waves to the crowd during the pre game tribute for The Pick. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Former Oregon Ducks defensive back Kenny Wheaton waves to the crowd during the pre game tribute for The Pick. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver B.J. Kelley (23) jumps into the crowd after running out of the tunnel. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver B.J. Kelley (23) jumps into the crowd after running out of the tunnel. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Former Oregon Ducks defensive back Kenny Wheaton rides away on the back of a motorcycle during the pre game ceremony honoring The Pick. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Former Oregon Ducks defensive back Kenny Wheaton rides away on the back of a motorcycle during the pre game ceremony honoring The Pick. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

There Oregon Ducks pray together in the end zone prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

There Oregon Ducks pray together in the end zone prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Johnathan Loyd (10) says hello to fans while walking out of the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Johnathan Loyd (10) says hello to fans while walking out of the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Duck fans cross the bridge to Autzen Stadium prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Duck fans cross the bridge to Autzen Stadium prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Washington Huskies defensive back Kevin King (20) looks out at the growing crowd prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Washington Huskies defensive back Kevin King (20) looks out at the growing crowd prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterbacks Morgan Mahalak (16) and  Taylor Alie (12) chat about plays while warming up. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterbacks Morgan Mahalak (16) and Taylor Alie (12) chat about plays while warming up. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive coordinator Scott Frost helps players warm up on the field. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive coordinator Scott Frost helps players warm up on the field. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

6-year-old Wilson Parker sells Oregon magazine outside the stadium. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

6-year-old Wilson Parker sells Oregon magazine outside the stadium. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Autzen Stadium remains empty hours before the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Autzen Stadium remains empty hours before the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A ducks themed tailgating truck sits in the parking lot outside Autzen Stadium. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

A ducks themed tailgating truck sits in the parking lot outside Autzen Stadium. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running backs Thomas Tyner (24) and Byron Marshall (9) walk down the tunnel towards the field. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running backs Thomas Tyner (24) and Byron Marshall (9) walk down the tunnel towards the field. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Duck fans gather around a tailgating van in the Autzen parking lot. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Duck fans gather around a tailgating van in the Autzen parking lot. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) practices hand-offs prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) practices hand-offs prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Portland native Caleb Plummer watches the players warm up on the field. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Portland native Caleb Plummer watches the players warm up on the field. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Former Oregon football player Alex Molden and daughter Alana Molden walk around the tailgate grounds prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

Former Oregon football player Alex Molden and daughter Alana Molden walk around the tailgate grounds prior to the start of the game. The No. 9 Oregon Ducks play the University of Washington Huskies at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on October 18, 2014. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)

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