Oregon senior wide receiver Josh Huff (1) carries into the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter as Utah freshman defensive back Justin Thomas (12) looks on after failing to tackle Huff. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) sprints down the sidelines on a long carry during the second quarter as Utah junior defensive back Eric Rowe (18) tries to track him down. Addison was tackled by Rowe a few yards short of the end zone. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) is tackled a few yards short of the end zone by Utah junior defensive back Eric Rowe (18) during the second quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah junior tight end Jake Murphy (82) makes a spectacular one-handed catch during the second quarter as he is pressured by Oregon sophomore linebacker Rahim Cassell (34). The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah sophomore wide receiver Geoff Norwood (16) is tackled by a duo of Duck defenders after fielding a punt during the second quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior linebacker Derrick Malone (22) sacks Utah sophomore quarterback Adam Schulz (12) during the first quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior wide receiver Josh Huff (1) is mobbed by his teammates after Huff’s touchdown run late in the second quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Oregon student section was creative as ever with myriad costumes. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah sophomore quarterback Adam Schulz (12) narrowly gets a pass off under heavy pressure from Oregon sophomore defensive lineman Arik Armstead (9). The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Ducks’ military-inspired uniforms gleam in the shafts of sunlight spilling across the field at Autzen Stadium. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah sophomore quarterback Adam Schulz (12) narrowly gets a pass off as Oregon senior defensive tackle Ricky Havili-Heimuli (90) attempts to sack him. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah sophomore quarterback Adam Schulz (12) scrambles out of the pocket as he is pressured by the Oregon defense. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah running back Bubba Poole (34) runs the ball during the first half. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Utah quarterback Adam Schultz (12) struggles to pass the ball while being tackled by Oregon junior linebacker Derrick Malone (22) during the first half. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (AndrewSeng/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) celebrates with his team mates after scoring the first touchdown of the game during the first half. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) is taken down by the Utes defense during the first half. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) is taken down by the Utes defense during the first half. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon freshman tight end Evan Baylis (32) is brought down by the Utah defense following a first down reception during the first quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon senior defensive tackle Ricky Havili-Heimuli (90) puts pressure on Utah quarterback Adam Schulz (12). The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore linebacker Rahim Cassell (34) runs out to the field right before kickoff. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) gets a pass off as he is tackled by Utah junior defensive end Nate Orchard (8) during the first quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah junior running back Lucky Radley (44) escapes the clutches of an Oregon defender as he fields a punt return during the second quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah junior running back Lucky Radley (44) eludes a trio of Oregon defenders as he fields a punt return during the second quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah junior tight end Jake Murphy (82) carries into the end zone during the second quarter as Oregon junior cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14) tries to track him down. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Ducks celebrate after Oregon junior defensive back Terrance Mitchell (27) intercepted a pass from Utah sophomore quarterback Adam Schulz (12) during the first quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior wide receiver Josh Huff (1) celebrates his touchdown during the final minutes of the second quarter. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) jokes with his teammates during pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Fans in the Oregon student section proudly display the Hawaiian flag during pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich greets fans inside the Moshofsky Center before pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon freshman kicker Matt Wogan (49) eyes the uprights as he warms up his leg. Wogan was announced as starting kicker over senior kicker Alejandro Maldonado (41) after the Stanford game. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

An Oregon cheerleader dances in front of the Duck Store before pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon senior linebacker Boseko Lokombo (25) and his teammates make their way from the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex into the Moshofsky Center to greet Ducks fans before kickoff. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich runs his hand over the “O” on the west side of Autzen Stadium before pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon running backs coach Gary Campbell was impeccably dressed, as always, for pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Members of the Oregon Marching Band celebrate as they run onto the field before pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior wide receiver Blake Stanton (41) shows off his dance moves during pre-game warmups. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Senior Cody Karlin leaps over stadium seats as he races toward the coveted front-row seats in the Oregon student section. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Fifth-year senior Kevin Wade grimaces in pain after injuring his left knee while leaping over stadium seats as he ran toward the coveted front-row seats in the Oregon student section. Wade is a manager for the Oregon women’s basketball team and a board member for the Pit Crew. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Oregon Duck Truck’s Duck is painted carbon-fiber for the day’s game. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Oregon cheer team stunts in front of the Duck Store as they await the Ducks’ exit from the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) warms up before the Utah/Oregon matchup. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald

Oregon senior quarterback Dustin Haines (14) warms up while Oregon sophomore quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) observes before the Utah/Oregon matchup. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 16, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) and her teammates scream in celebration after winning the set point during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Serena Warner (15) spikes the ball towards Bears outside hitter Lara Vukasovic (4) during the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon outside hitter Liz Brenner (6) goes up for the spike in the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Serena Warner (15) high-fives her teammates during pre-game introductions. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) serves up a spike during the first set as Cal’s Michelle Neumayr (18) readies to block the ball. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Oregon bench reacts to a close point late in the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon libero Amanda Benson (10) serves the ball in the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon defensive specialist Tatum Norton (17) prepares a serve during the third and final set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) prepares to block an incoming spike by Cal’s Lara Vukasovic (4) during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) prepares to spike the ball against the Cal defense in the third set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

Oregon outside hitter Liz Brenner (6) celebrates a critical point as the Ducks pull ahead during the third set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Jim Moore looks on as his defensive specialist Tatum Norton (17) misses a diving save during the third set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A Cal spike passes through Oregon’s Serena Warner (15) outstretched hands during the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) prepares a spike against Cal defenders Joan Caloiaro (12) and Lillian Schonewise (1) in the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Cal Bears at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2013. (Michael Shaw/Emerald)

University alumnus Sean Larson graduated in June 2013 with a journalism degree. The tattoo on his back, a phoenix shielding the Oregon “O,” represents a second chance at life after a near-death experience Larson had as a teenager. The Roman numerals on his right arm denote 26.2, a reference to the length of a marathon. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Senior digital arts major Megan Tewalt has two tattoos on her inside forearms, each commemorating an emotional time for her. The skull on her right arm is a reminder of a difficult year Tewalt went through, and the words “Roar! Love Dad,” on her left arm are etched in the handwriting of her late father, who passed away earlier this year. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

University student and classified staff member Brittany Brown has a creative tattoo on her back right shoulder blade: a cross crafted from the family crescents from both of her parents, with a banner wrapped around it emblazoned with the words Usque ad Mortem Fidelitas, Latin for loyalty until death. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Senior advertising major Will Kanellos has a pair of tattoos: on his left shoulder is an illustration of the main arches in Reno, Nev. where Kanellos lives, and on his right leg is a silhouette of a bicyclist with colors from cycling’s world championship, reminding Kanellos of his love for bicycling and the bond he shares with his father for bikes. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Freshman english major Alexis Busso’s tattoo is featured on the back of her neck, depicting a crescent moon and two stars. Busso’s older sister has a similar tattoo, except with a sun instead of a moon. The sun and moon represent the Yin and Yang characteristics of their relationship as siblings, and the pair of stars stand for both sisters. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Cdt. Nick Brooklier rappels off a 25-foot stairwell on the back of Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Nick Brooklier smiles as he fell down while trying to rappel down the west grand stands of Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Master Sgt. Michael Rosenberger instructs a cadet as the trainee prepares to rappel down the 10-degree stadium seating grade at Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A group of cadets man the belay line at ground level as their fellow cadets rappel off a 25-foot stairwell on the backside of Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A group of ROTC students make their way to the west grand stands of Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Cadets Jasmine Clark, left, and Margaret Gill adjust their helmets before their 10-degree rappel down the stadium seats at Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

An ROTC student rappels down the west grand stands at Hayward Field. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Senior ROTC Cdt. Christopher Desert supervises the group of trainees as they assemble their Swiss seat harnesses in preparation for rappelling. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A group of ROTC students gather in a circle to learn how to properly tie a knot for rappelling. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Brennan Miller instructs a group of ROTC students on how to tie a proper knot for rappelling. The University’s U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program leads an introduction to rappelling for cadets at Hayward Field on Thursday, Nov. 14. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon center Janitah Iamaleava celebrates one of the Ducks team record 20 three-pointers that the Ducks drained throughout the evening. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Freshmen guard Drea Toler (1) drives towards the basket during the first half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) drives to the basket under pressure from Roadrunners forward Brittany Sims (2). The Oregon Ducks play the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Ariel Thomas (22) attempts to disrupt a pass from Roadrunners guard Marilyn Naderhoff (22) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Sophomore forward Jillian Alleyne (14) rises up for a shot over roadrunners forward Batabe Zempare during the first half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Sophomore forward Jillian Alleyne (14) looks to dish the ball to a teammate during the second half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Roadrunners guard Alyssa Shannon (1) drives towards the basket against Oregon center Megan Carpenter (40) during the second half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Roadrunners guard Marilyn Naderhoff (22) looks for an open shot under pressure from Oregon defenders Katelyn Loper (31) and Megan Carpenter (40) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Senior forward Danielle Love (2) blocks an attempted pass from a roadrunners defender during the second half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Sophomore forward Jillian Alleyne (14) is fouled by roadrunners guard Marilyn Naderhoff (22). The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Freshmen guard Chrishae Rowe (21) rises up for a shot in the paint during the first half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Roadrunners guard Tyonna Outland (44) looks for a shot under the basket during the first half. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Roadrunners guard Tyonna Outland (44) is wrapped up by Oregon defender Chrishae Rowe (21) during the first half of the game. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Oregon cheerleaders stunt during the halftime break. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Roadrunner guard Marilyn Naderhoff (22) walks to the bench in frustration while being consulted by CSU Bakersfield head coach Greg McCall. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Roadrunners guard Tyonna Outland (44) drives into the lane under pressure from a pair of Oregon defenders. The Oregon Ducks playing the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in their season opener game at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 9, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Duck leads runners as they head off onto the course. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

Runners wait for the starter’s gun at the start/finish line at Hayward Field. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Duck plays around with participants before the run starts. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

A crowd of runners, and the occasional Duck, take off running from the starter’s line at Hayward Field. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A trio of runners make their way south down Alder Street during the 5K run. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Ten year old Kyle Peterson clutches his father’s waist after the pair finished their second 5K together with times of 26:03 and 26:02, respectively. Kyle is a professor of accounting at the University. He last ran with his son during the 2012 Eugene Turkey Stuffer run. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Sophomore Evan Pardi rounds the police turnaround at 18th & Agate Street as he heads down the final stretch towards the finish line at Hayward Field. Pardi finished 6th overall with a time of 16:18. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Runners make their way through the front gates at Hayward Field for their final 100 meters. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Overall winner Jimmy Grabow, 29, finishes the race with a time of 15:16. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

A runner sprints the last 100 meters toward the start/finish line at Hayward Field. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A flock of geese passes overhead at Hayward Field as the last groups of runners make their way to the finish line. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Paticipants gather near the starting line before the event. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

The 5K run drew a variety of runners, with the occasional stroller in tow. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Duck helps a runner to her feet at the finish line after she indadvertedly tripped over the Duck’s webbed feet while he tried to guide her through the last few meters of the run. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

University of Oregon a cappella group, Mind the Gap, entertains the crowd before the start of the race. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

The Duck makes sure he is streched and ready to run. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

A group of participants gather to take a picture with The Duck at the finish line. The 4th annual Run With The Duck 5K kicked off at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Michael Shaw/Freelance)

A pair of Oregon fans remain seated in the stands as thousands of Stanford fans rush the field following their upset victory over the Ducks. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A penalty flag is thrown as Oregon junior defensive back Troy Hill (13) tries to deflect an incoming end zone pass to Stanford junior wide receiver Rollins Stallworth (13). Hill was called for passing interference on the play. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford junior quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) celebrates his touchdown during the second quarter, giving the Cardinal a 14-0 lead over the Ducks. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) fumbles the ball as he is tackled during the third quarter. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore tight end Pharaoh Brown (85), center, is mobbed by his teammates after scoring a touchdown late in the fourth quarter, making it a 26-20 game and hinting at a potential comeback for the Ducks. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Stanford junior wide receiver Ty Montgomery (7) hauls in a pass under heavy pressure from Oregon junior defensive back Terrance Mitchell (27) during the first half of the game. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon senior wide receiver Josh Huff (1) walks off the field after a suspected head injury sustained in the second half. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford sophomore cornerback Alex Carter (25) wraps up Oregon sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) and tackles him to the ground. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A pair of stadium ushers at Stanford Stadium chat before fans are allowed into the complex. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Stanford freshman tight end Eric Cotton (80) leaps over a pile of football players during the third quarter. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Minutes before the start of the game, Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) stares up at the crowd composed of Duck and Cardinal fans. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon junior defensive back Terrance Mitchell (27) tackles Stanford junior wide receiver Ty Montgomery (7) forcing a dropped pass during the first half of the game. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford junior running back Remound Wright (22) is brought down by Oregon senior defensive back Brian Jackson (12) during the second half. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) is brought down by a trio of Cardinal defenders during the second quarter. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) was quiet along the sidelines as the Ducks fell behind by two touchdowns. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) searches for an open receiver during the second quarter, as his Ducks trail the Cardinal 0-14. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) soars past Stanford sophomore linebacker Sam Shober (67) while running the ball down the field. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) sprints down the sidelines during the second quarter. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Stanford junior quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) celebrates his touchdown during the second quarter, giving the Cardinal a 14-0 lead over the Ducks. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Former Oregon standout running back LaMichael James watches his Ducks trail the Stanford Cardinal during the first half. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich gives instruction to his team as they trail 0-7 during the first quarter. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Stanford sophomore cornerback Alex Carter (25) tries to bring down Oregon sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) during the first quarter. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) soars past Stanford sophomore linebacker Sam Shober (67) while running the ball down the field. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford sophomore cornerback Alex Carter (25) wraps his arms around ball carrier Oregon sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) and tackles him to the ground. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) avoids the tackle of Stanford junior cornerback Wayne Lyons (2) while running the ball for a first down. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore wide receiver Bralon Addison (11) is tackled by Stanford junior linebacker Kevin Anderson (48), Stanford junior cornerback Wayne Lyons (2), and Stanford senior linebacker A.J. Tarpley (17) after catching the ball in midair. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford senior running back Tyler Gaffney (25) is sandwiched and tackled by Oregon senior defensive back Brian Jackson (12) and Oregon junior defensive back Terrance Mitchell (27) during the first half of the game. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford junior wide receiver Kelsey Young (39) holds out a stiff arm to avoid the tackle of Oregon senior cornerback Avery Patterson (21). The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks warmup on the field prior to kickoff. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

The Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band plays the national anthem while the nation’s colors are displayed. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Members of the Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band goof off along the sidelines prior to the national anthem. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

ESPN’s College GameDay analyst Kirk Herbstreit responds to commentary during the mini-GameDay broadcast in White Plaza on the Stanford University campus. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band member pounds on a drum during the pep rally in White Plaza on the Stanford University campus. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The iconic Hoover Tower stands tall above the Stanford University campus. The building is named after 31st president Herbert Hoover, a graduate of the first class at Stanford University. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band member responds to a student on campus about his unique band attire. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band featured a wide variety of costumes, as this saxophonist in a gimp outfit demonstrated. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) walks into Stanford Stadium with his teammates some two hours before kickoff. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Six year season ticket holder Charles Hammonds strolls down the path toward the tailgate scene. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band member plays his trombone while serving the official Stanford University tailgate area. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon junior wide receiver Blake Stanton (41), Oregon freshman wide receiver Chance Allen (20) , and Oregon sophomore wide receiver B.J. Kelley (23) pose for a photo on the field prior to the start of the game. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford fan Terry Scott shows off his helmet signed by the 2009 Stanford University football team. The signature of Indianapolis Colts quarterback and former Stanford University quarterback Andrew Luck is also visible on the bottom of the Stanford logo. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Three year old “Baby” Andrew Hodge eagerly awaits an incoming spiral pass in the tailgating lot. Hodge is named after former Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck, and Hodge’s mother, Andrea Jones, noted that “Andrew Luck cured my morning sickness.” Jones has been a season ticket holder since her graduation from Stanford in 1987. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Lincoln, Calif. resident Jack Nilsson, 10, eagerly awaits the arrival of the Oregon team buses in his balloon Duck hat. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

ESPN GameDay broadcasts from the corner of the field at Stanford Stadium some three hours before kickoff. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Season ticket holders Brad Bowery, left, and Lauren Wolfe prepare to string up their Duck piñata under a tree outside of Stanford Stadium. Bowery, a 2008 graduate of the Stanford business school, made a similar piñata with a Wisconsin Badger during last year’s Rose Bowl. Said Bowery, “At some point we’re gonna let it down, blindfold some people, and let them have at it.” The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Trevor Cleary, left, and Nico Govea play a round of beer pong outside of Stanford Stadium two hours before kickoff. The pair are co-workers in San Francisco, and set aside their respective school allegiances to partner up for the drinking game. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A mix of Oregon fans grew tired waiting for the Oregon team buses to arrive before kickoff. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich, left, arrives at Stanford Stadium two hours prior to kickoff. The No. 3 Oregon Ducks play the No. 5 Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif. on Nov. 7, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)