Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Tyrell Crosby (73) awaits the snap during the third quarter of the season opener for the Oregon Ducks. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Southern Utah Thunderbirds cornerback Elijah Holt breaks his leg during a punt return in the third quarter. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon running back Kani Benoit (29) walks into the end zone after a long rush. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Johnny Johnson III (80) makes an acrobatic catch over Emanuel Roker’s head. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon safety Billy Gibson (28) leaps into the air and attempts to block a pass. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon cornerback Jihree Stewart (22) tackles an offender.
The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon running back Kani Benoit (29) leaps forward to avoid a tackle from a Southern Utah Thunderbirds player. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) tumbles into the end zone during the third quarter. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Souther Utah quarterback Patrick Tyler (3) is tackled by Oregon defensive lineman Justin Hollins (11)The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon running back Tony Brooks-James (20) searches for an open path to the end zone. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Brenden Schooler (86) drags down an opposing player. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Quarterback Taylor Alie (12) celebrates after running a touchdown during the fourth quarter. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon running back Tony Brooks-James (20) returns the first punt of the game with a touchdown. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon tight end Jacob Breeland (27) fights off a defensive player from Southern Utah. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon defensive lineman Jordon Scott (34) chases a quarterback for the Thunderbirds. Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon cornerback Ugochukwu Amadi (7) intercepts a pass during the season opener against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon running back Tony Brooks-James (20) runs toward the end zone during the first quarter of the season opener against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon safety Khalil Oliver (26) is helped off the field following an injury. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon quarter back Justin Herbert spirals the ball. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Kaulana Apelu (39) tackles an offender. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon running back Tony Brooks-James is stopped short of the end zone by 2 Southern Utah Thunderbirds players. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon running back Kani Benoit runs into the end zone during the second quarter of the season opener. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman charges for the end zone. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) leaps over his teammate. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon running back Kani Benoit (29) outruns two defenders to score a touchdown. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon offensive lineman Jake Pisarcik (76) lifts up Oregon running back Kani Benoit (29) following Benoit’s touchdown. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

A fan poses for a picture before the game. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon corner back Ty Griffin (10) and quarterback Justin Herbert (10) enter the tunnel to Autzen Stadium. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks head coach Willie Taggart greets fans as he enters the arena. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

The Oregon defense warms up before the game. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Members of the Oregon Ducks run practice drills.The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Football wide receiver Brenden Schooler (86) receives a pass before the season opener against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon Wide Receiver Taj Griffin (5) runs the ball during warmup drills before the Oregon Ducks season opener. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks stand together before the start of their season opener. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Oregon Football running back Mattrell McGraw (21) warms up before the season opener against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds. The Oregon Ducks start their season playing against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on September 2, 2017. (Theo Mechain/Emerald)

Luke Broadbent of Spiller performs on the EMU Green stage. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Sam Mendoza of Spiller sings into the microphone. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Spiller members Luke Broadbent and Sam Mendoza perform an unreleased song for the crowd. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Aidan D’Angelo of Spiller takes a quick break from slapping the bass. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Oregon rapper Wynne hypes up the crowd. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Wynne speaks to the crowd during her set at the EMU Green stage. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Wynne and her team salute the Black Panthers following the performance of her song, “An Open Letter to Donald Trump.” The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Wynne’s DJ Spencer Smyth douses the crowd with water. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald.)

Twister performs in front of an evening crowd. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Samuel Marshall/Emerald)

A patron dances with a long glow stick. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Samuel Marshall/Emerald)

Sir the Baptist performs as the headliner. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Samuel Marshall/Emerald)

Fans applaud in the front row. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Samuel Marshall/Emerald)

Sir the Baptist raises his arms towards the crowd. The annual Willamette Valley Music Festival is held at the Erb Memorial Union on the University of Oregon campus on May 20, 2017. (Samuel Marshall/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) is interviewed by the press. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon assistant head coach/defensive line coach Joe Salave’a warms up the offense. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert (10) advances the ball during a practice drill. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon wide reciever Darren Carrington II (22) catches a pass. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon defensive coordinator Jim Leavitt passes the ball to linebacker La’mar Winston Jr. (32). The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon defensive lineman Bryson Young (56) tackles a practice dummy. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Jonah Moi (42) blocks defensive lineman Drake Brennan (95). The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon running back Kani Benoit (29) charges through a barricade. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon wide reciever Darren Carrington II (22) charges past a defender. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) prepares to bolt through the defenders. The Oregon Ducks practice at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore. on Tuesday April 25, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker A.J. Hotchkins (55) is interviewed before practice. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks head coach Willie Taggart talks with the media. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Elijah George (74) warms up at the beginning of practice. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks redshirt quarterback Travis Jonsen (11) stretches with his teammates. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Braxton Burmeister (17) spirals the ball to his teammate. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Justin Hollins (11) leads his teammates up the stands during a practice drill. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Jacob Capra (71) runs a drill with his teammates. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert (10) passes the ball to his teammate tight end Jacob Breeland (27). The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Orgeon Ducks offensive lineman Logan Bathke (60) practices his footwork. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Jake Hanson (55) hikes the ball. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks tight end Matt Mariota (44) gets low during a training drill. The Oregon Ducks Football Team holds practice at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Saturday April 22, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Jalen Jelks (97) is interviewed by the press. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks assistant head coach/defensive line coach Joe Salave’a warms up the Oregon defense. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker Troy Dye (35) charges linebacker A.J. Hotchkins (55) and La’Mar Winston Jr. (32) during a defensive play. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive coordinator Jim Leavitt has a word with Oregon linebacker A.J. Hotchkins. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Elijah George (74) battles his teammate during a defensive play.

Oregon Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert (10) hands the ball off to Oregon Ducks running back Royce Freeman (21). The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Royce Freeman (21) dodges defensive line Jordon Scott (34). The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Bryson Young (56) recieves a pass from Oregon defensive coordinator Jim Leavitt. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive coordinator Jim Leavitt coaches Oregon linebacker Jonah Moi (42) during an exercise. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks defense run a drill. The Oregon Ducks practice in the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. on Friday, April 14, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Thom Yorke of Radiohead cracks a grin before the show. Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Thom Yorke of Radiohead sings “Daydreaming” from 2016’s “A Moon Shaped Pool.” Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Thom Yorke of Radiohead sings and plays the acoustic guitar during the band’s performance of “Desert Island Disk.” Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Thom Yorke of Radiohead plays a keyboard during the band’s performance of “Ful Stop.” Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Ed O’Brien of Radiohead plays the guitar during “Ful Stop.” Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Radiohead members Ed O’Brien and Thom Yorke put on a show. Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Johnny Greenwood of Radiohead rocks out during the band’s performance of “Ful Stop.” Radiohead perform at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore. for the first time in 21 years on April 10, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling head coach Chelsea Shaw watches Oregon tops Casi Jackson (11) and Alexis Cross (13) warm up before the meet. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon bases Taylor Keating (41) and Tia Thomas (55) watch highlights from their teammates’ acrobatics event. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Members of the Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team perform a synchronized tuck during the meet. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon bases Krista Phillips (24) and Kaile Michaud (21) support tops Casi Jackson (11) and Alexis Cross (13) during the pyramid event.

Oregon top Casi Jackson (11) spins through the air during the toss event. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon bases and tops Kaile Michaud (21), Nicole Kelly (22), Hannah Blair (10), and Tia Thomas (55) flip through the air during the tumbling event. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Members of Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team mount their bases during the team routine. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon tops Hannah Blair (10), Payton Coon (16), Casi Jackson (11), and Makenna Jarman (36) are tossed in the air during the team routine. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon base Katie Bachman (26) cheers on her teammate, Tia Thomas (55). The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

The Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team assembles a pyramid during their final routine. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team explodes with pride. The Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team face the Fairmont State Falcons at Matthew Knight Arena on March 17th, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Megan Kleist (22) plays a game of hacky sack with her teammates. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon outfielder Haley Cruse (26) is cheered on by her teammates as she starts the game.The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Danica Mercado (2) sprints to first base following her bunt. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Alexis Mack (10) dashes from second base following a hit by Danica Mercado (2). The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Nikki Udria (3) stands ready to charge home plate. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Jenna Lilley (00) slides into home plate.The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Maggie Balint (25) unwinds a fastball. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Shannon Rhodes (9) warms up to bat. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Shannon Rhodes (9) smashes a grand slam home run. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Shannon Rhodes (9) is welcomed to home plate by her teammates following her tremendous score. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon infielder Mia Camuso (7) cheers on her teammates from the dugout. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Oregon pitcher Maggie Balint (25) is encouraged by her teammates. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)

Hofstra infielder Sam Tomasetti (3) high fives the victorious Oregon Softball team. The Oregon Ducks take on the Hofstra Pride for the Oregon Invitational finale on March 12, 2017. (Phillip Quinn/Emerald)