The Oregon Ducks pour water over Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich after winning the football game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Confetti blasts overhead on the stage during the ceremony. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Sam Kamp (99) and Oregon Ducks long snapper Tanner Carew (58) scream at fans after their win. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) holds up the MVP trophy during the trophy presentation after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon players get together to pose for a photo. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Johnathan Loyd (10) reaches off of the podium during the trophy ceremony after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Cameron Hunt (78) and Oregon Ducks wide receiver Keanon Lowe (7) sneak a cooler of Gatorade down the sidelines to pour on Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) hugs Oregon linebacker Danny Mattingly (46) after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Hamani Stevens (54) and Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Parker Zellers (93) chat briefly on the field. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) and Oregon Ducks wide receiver Keanon Lowe (7) hug and scream after the win. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon players dance for the camera after their win. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon offensive lineman Hamani Stevens (54) hugs Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Players take turns dancing in a circle while media swarm the outside. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Nike cofounder Phil Knight smiles during the second half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

An Oregon football player holds a rose in his mouth after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Hamani Stevens (54) and Oregon Ducks defensive back Juwaan Williams (17) skip towards the stands to see their family. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) embraces Arizona head coach Rich Rodriguez after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive back Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14) waves to the crowd after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Darren Carrington (87) and Oregon Ducks defensive back Troy Hill (13) poses with the Pac-12 Championship trophy on the stage. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive back Erick Dargan (4) dances on stage during the trophy ceremony. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker Tyson Coleman (33), Oregon Ducks long snapper Tanner Carew (58), and Oregon Ducks linebacker Mike Garrity (38) smile in celebration during the ceremony. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) talks about the team’s win on stage. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Jeff Lockie (17), Oregon running back Byron Marshall (9) and Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) are all smiles after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon offensive lineman Hamani Stevens (54) points to the crowd after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Darren Carrington (87) records the ceremony with his iPad. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Rodney Hardrick (48) smiles with the Pac-12 Championship trophy after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Sam Kamp (99) screams in excitement towards the fans. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Tony James (20) holds up the “O” while on stage. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon offensive lineman Hamani Stevens (54) points to the camera after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Tyson Coleman (33) shares a moment with a teammate after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver B.J. Kelley (23) points to the Pac-12 Championship hat after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon defensive lineman Tui Talia (55), Oregon offensive lineman Hamani Stevens (54) and Oregon defensive lineman Austin Maloata (50) make gestures at the camera after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon football team celebrates on the podium after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) speaks to Arizona quarterback Anu Solomon (12) after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) shakes hands with Arizona head coach Rich Rodriguez after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks pour water over Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich after winning the football game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Nike cofounder Phil Knight shakes hands with Oregon defensive lineman Arik Armstead (9) during the second half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich is interviewed during the ceremony. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Arik Armstead (9) along with other players circle up and chant on the field. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon running back Byron Marshall (9) laughs during the second half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Tony James (20) throws up his arms after being raised on top of teammates after the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) scores a touchdown during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Hamani Stevens (54) lifts up Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) after Mariota scores his second touchdown. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker Tony Washington (91) celebrates with Oregon Ducks linebacker Tyson Coleman (33) after Coleman tackles Arizona Wildcats quarterback Anu Solomon (12). The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) hits helmets with an Arizona defensive player during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Byron Marshall (9) tries to juke Arizona safety Tra’Mayne Bondurant (21) during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) sprints downfield during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Joe Walker (35) tackles an Arizona offensive player during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) tries to avoid being tackled during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Tyrell Crosby (73) lifts up Oregon Ducks running back Royce Freeman (21) after running the ball more than 40 yards down the field. The play was eventually called back because of holding on the offense. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) sprints towards the end zone during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Torrodney Prevot (86) tries to grab Arizona quarterback Anu Solomon (12) during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) catches the football during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Arizona quarterback Anu Solomon (12) looks for the pass during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) tiptoes the ball across the goal line to score the second touchdown of the half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Keanon Lowe (7) talks to the referees after his helmet came off during a play during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) is hoisted up in the air after scoring a touchdown during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) runs to the receiver position on a trick play during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) braces himself for the tackle by Arizona safety Jared Tevis (38) during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Devon Allen (5) misses the catch during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) looks for the pass during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Keanon Lowe’s (7) helmet comes off as Arizona Wildcats safety Jared Tevis (38) tackles him to the ground. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Byron Marshall (9) attempts to catch the ball while Arizona Wildcats safety William Parks (11) tackles him early, resulting in pass interference. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Arizona running back Spencer Marciniak (25) pushes away Oregon defensive back Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14) during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) stays on his feet during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon defensive lineman Arik Armstead (9) celebrates after a tackle during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Pac-12 mascots take a selfie during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Darren Carrington (87) is pushed out of bounds during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) stops on a dime to avoid being tackled during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Tyson Coleman (33) and Oregon defensive back Erick Dargan (4) force the fumble during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker Danny Mattingly (46) talks to a coach on the sidelines during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Arizona Wildcats quarterback Anu Solomon (12) hands the ball off to Arizona Wildcats running back Nick Wilson (28) during the second quarter. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Jake Fisher (75) lifts up Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) after scoring the first touchdown of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Byron Marshall (9) bobbles the ball that was eventually ruled incomplete. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) evades a tackle during the first half. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Arizona Wildcats quarterback Anu Solomon (12) looks for an open route while navigating the ball down the field. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Arizona Wildcats running back Austin Hill (29) shifts left to avoid the tackle of Oregon Ducks defensive back Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14). The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Royce Freeman (21) avoids getting tripped up while running the ball down the field during the first quarter. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Arizona Wildcats running back Tyrell Johnson (2) moves through the cluster of players after catching the punted ball during the first quarter. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks run onto the field before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) gets ready to walk onto the field before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) walks in front of other teammates to the locker room before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Keanon Lowe (7) warms up before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The field sits vacant three hours prior to the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks run onto the field before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) looks up at the crowd in between warmups. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

A majority of the Pac-12 mascots pose with the Geico Gecko outside of Levi’s Stadium. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Salem, Oregon native Aaron Jones laughs as he knocks over the game of Jenga at a University of Arizona tailgate spot. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

An Arizona band member stands to drink before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks run onto the field prior to the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

An Oregon football player stretches before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon senior Bretton Dovey finishes a beer bong at a tailgate spot. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The University of Washington Husky mascot high-fives the blowup Geico Gecko. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver B.J. Kelley (23) looks over his shoulder as a fan yells his name. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Longtime Arizona fan and Tucson native Ron Grant gives directions to an Oregon fan in the parking lot. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Clouds begin to creep into Levi’s Stadium seen from the box suites before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Keanon Lowe (7) walks off the bus before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon sports business junior Leif Schanche throws the ball to a buddy in the tailgate lot. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Levi’s Stadium sits empty before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon fans pose for a photo in front of Levi’s Stadium. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Fans walk into Levi’s Stadium before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon offensive coordinator Scott Frost walks off the team bus before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Fans walk by Levi’s Stadium before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Berkeley native Steve Wishau finishes his beer on top of a car in the tailgate lot. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive back Tyree Robinson (2) warms up prior to the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Chance Allen (1) practices catching passes on the field. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) runs to the end zone for warm-ups before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon players high-five each other before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver B.J. Kelley (23) points to the crowd before the start of the game. The No. 2 Oregon Ducks play the No. 7 Arizona Wildcats in the Pac-12 Championship at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on December 5, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon forward Jordan Bell (1) and Concordia forward Esvan Minddleton (3) both reach for the rebound. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Elgin Cook (23) drives past Concordia Concordia forward James Phillips (22). The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Eugene native Tanner Christensen watches the halftime performance on the big screen. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Elgin Cook (23) slam dunks the ball through the net during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Elgin Cook (23) loses control of the ball after bumping into Concordia center Justyn Searle (30). The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Dana Altman grimaces at the call by the ref. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon guard Ahmaad Rorie (14) reaches towards the basket, but misses the rim. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Oregon Jams Squd prepares for their dance number during halftime. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon guard Joseph Young (3) drives the ball down the court. The Oregon Ducks play the Concordia Cavaliers at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on December 3, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon center Janitah Iamaleava (32) amps up the team prior to the start of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) grabs the ball before North Carolina can rebound the ball. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

North Carolina forward Stephanie Mavunga (1) grabs for the ball during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

North Carolina guard Megan Buckland (3) avoids Ducks guard Drea Toler (1) during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon center Janitah Iamaleava (32) celebrates after teammate Lexi Petersen’s three-pointer. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

North Carolina guard Allisha Gray (15) moves the ball to the basket during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

North Carolina forward Stephanie Mavunga (1) slaps away the ball from Oregon guard Lexi Petersen (33). The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) looks towards the basket before taking a shot. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Kelly Graves yells at the ref about a call he disagrees with. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Tatum Neubert (44) takes a shot from the free-throw line. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Lexi Petersen (33) drives the ball towards the basket. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Several Ducks and Tar Heels jump for the ball after a missed shot by Oregon. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon freshman Lexi Bando (10) looks for an open teammate while driving the ball down the court. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

North Carolina forward Stephanie Mavunage (1) attempts to swat the ball from Oregon guard Lexi Petersen (33). The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward Jillian Alleyne (14) high fives North Carolina players at the end of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the North Carolina Tar Heels at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 23, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon red shirt junior Elgin Cook (23) dunks the ball during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon red shirt senior Joseph Young (3) dribbles toward the basket. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/ Emerald)

Oregon head coach Dana Altman yells plays at Ducks players. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Coppin State guard Taariq Cephas (11) shots a three-pointer over Oregon guard Casey Benson’s (2) head. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The duck poses with fans during the game for a selfie. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Coppin State forward Dallas Gary (1) shoots a free throw during the second half. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Coppin State guard Daquan Brickhouse (5) and Oregon forward Dwayne Menjamin (0) both attempt to reach the ball after a missed shot. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon guards Casey Benson (2) and Dillon Brooks (24) cover Coppin State forward Dallas Gary (1). The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon football player Johnathan Loyd dances for the camera from the stands. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon guard Joseph Young (3) blocks the shot of Coppin State guard Daquan Brickhouse (5). The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon forward freshmen Jordan Bell (1) posts up under his basket against Coppin State forward Blake Simpson (15). The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon guard Joseph Young (3) drives the ball towards the basket during the first half. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Coppin State guard Daquan Brickhouse (5) takes a break on the bench during a timeout. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Coppin State guard Christian Kessee (10) attempts to dribble past freshmen guard Ahmaad Rorie (14). The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Dana Altman shakes hands after the game with Coppin State guard Jahvari Josiah (21). The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon players huddle around the O at the end of the game. The Oregon Ducks play the Coppin State Eagles at Maathew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon on November 14, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) stiff-arms Utah defensive back Brian Blechen (4) during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Byron Marshall (9) is pushed out of bounds during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Dwayne Stanford (88) avoids the tackle of Utah Utes defensive back Marcus Williams (20) prior to scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah Utes tight end Westlee Tonga (80) and Utah Utes wide receiver Delshawn McClellon (10) celebrate Tonga’s touchdown during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon running back Thomas Tyner (24) stretches for the extra yard during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon defensive back Troy Hill (13) intercepts the ball during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) hits the pylon and scores a touchdown during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) bobbles the ball in the end zone prior to running it down the field during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah Utes offensive linesman J.J. Dielman (68) and Utah Utes running back Devontae Booker (23) celebrate Booker’s touchdown during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) runs towards the end zone during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Devon Allen (5) drops the ball during a run during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) runs the ball during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) evades defenders during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Hroniss Grasu (55) watches the game after the sidelines after suffering an injury. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) runs the ball during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah Utes tight end Westlee Tonga (80) scores a touchdown during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) charges past Utah defenders during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon offensive lineman Hroniss Grasu (55) gets ready to hike the ball during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) is tackled by Utah defensive back Brian Blechen (4) during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive linemen Sam Kamp (99) and Arik Armstead (9) celebrate a Ducks interception during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah Utes running back Devontae Booker (23) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Utah offensive line gets ready during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich shakes hands with Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham after the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon tight end Pharaoh Brown (85) is carried off the field after an injury during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Oregon football team huddles around the center of the field for a prayer after the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Dwayne Stanford (88) stretches to score the touchdown during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Arik Armstead (9) stares up at the big screen while the game clock winds down. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) and Utah wide receiver Kaelin Clay (8) shake hands after the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Royce Freeman (21) avoids a tackle while tiptoeing down the sidelines. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah Utes running back Tavaris Williams (8) runs the punted ball towards the opposite end zone during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) is interviewed by an ESPN reporter after the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks tight end Pharaoh Brown (85) stretches towards the ball for an Oregon touchdown during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon tight end Pharaoh Brown (85) catches the touchdown pass during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Devon Allen (5) finds the open lane during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah quarterback Travis Wilson (7) is sacked during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Joe Walker (35) hands off the ball to the referee after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Television actor Ty Burrell watches the replay on the big screen. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks tight end Pharaoh Brown (85) and Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Hroniss Grasu (55) celebrate Brown’s touchdown during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon defensive back Erick Dargan (4) prays in the end zone before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

A Salt Lake City native couple celebrates the first Utah touchdown of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker Derrick Malone (22) attempts to tackle Utah Utes quarterback Travis Wilson (7) during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon wide receiver Charles Nelson (6) stretches for the first down during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah fans point out a fellow Utah fan who threw an object onto the field towards a Utah football player during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receivers Dwayne Stanford (88) and Keanon Lowe (7) celebrate Stanford’s touchdown during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Utah Utes enter the field from the tunnel. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich addresses the referees during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) runs away from the defense during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah quarterback Kendal Thompson (1) is helped off the field after an injury during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah quarterback Kendal Thompson (1) is thrown in the air by Oregon defensive back Ifo Ekpre-Olomu (14) during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon defensive back Troy Hill (13) is called for the pass interference during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah quarterback Kendal Thompson (1) looks to pass the ball during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon tight end Pharaoh Brown (85) scores a touchdown during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks linebacker Rodney Hardrick (48) wraps his arms around Utah Utes running back Tavaris Williams (8) for the tackle during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Devon Allen (5) is brought down by Utah Utes defensive back Davion Orphey (11) during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) hands the ball off to Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21) during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) throws downfield during the second quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) pushes away the oncoming defenders during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman DeForest Buckner (44), defensive back Erick Dargan (4), and linebacker Christian French (96) collectively bring down Utah Utes quarterback Travis Wilson (7) during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah Utes running back Tavaris Williams (8) sprints the ball past Oregon defenders. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah Utes wide receiver Dominique Hatfield (15) runs the punted ball towards the end zone. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) is brought down by Utah Utes defensive back Eric Rowe (18) during the first quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Rice-Eccles Stadium sits empty as the sun sets before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

As the sun sets, staff and fans prepare to enter the stadium. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich walks into the locker room before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

The Utah Marching Band and cheerleaders perform a pre game show outside of the stadium. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Workers fill giant bags full of balloons before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Utah Utes quarterback Travis Wilson (7) listens to music on the field during pre game warmups. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Gary Campbell walks across the field before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Austin Maloata (50) brushes his hair out of his plays in-between warmup drills. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Utah quarterback Travis Wilson (7) high fives fans while getting off the Utes player bus. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Fans scream and shout for free teeshirts at a pep rally outside of the stadium. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive back Erick Dargan (4) enters the field from the tunnel for warmup drills. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon strength and conditioning coach Jim Radcliffe looks out towards the stadium before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Southern Utah-native Kase Anderson holds up a sign before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon defensive back Erick Dargan (4) sits and listens to music in the locker room before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Sam Kamp (99) does pushups on the field while warming up. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Swoop the falcon high fives fans while entering the stadium. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon offensive lineman Hroniss Grasu (55) gets a word from Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Morgan Mahalak (16) listens to Jim Radcliffe before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Salt Lake City native Ada Erickson fiddles with her glow stick necklace at a tailgate area. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) warms up before the start of the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the No. 20 Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 8, 2014. (Ryan Kang/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Darren Carrington (87) and Oregon Ducks offensive linesman Hamani Stevens (54) celebrate Carrington’s touchdown during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) runs the ball into the end zone during the fourth quarter for a touchdown. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich shakes hands with Oregon Ducks defensive lineman DeForest Buckner (44) to congratulate him on a good play. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks tight end Pharaoh Brown (85) keeps Stanford Cardinal cornerback Alex Carter (25) from blocking an Oregon offensive player. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Duck poses for fans while dressed up for Halloween in a Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket costume. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks running back Thomas Tyner (24) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks wide receiver Dwayne Stanford (88) and Oregon Ducks running back Thomas Tyner (24) celebrate Tyner’s touchdown during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) shifts right while navigating past Oregon defensive players. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Oregon and Stanford players huddle in the middle of the O in prayer. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich shakes hands with Stanford defensive backs coach Duane Akina after the game. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

The Duck sports a “Golden Ticket” costume during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Oregon Pit Crew members pose for the camera during the fourth quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Several Oregon offensive players congratulate Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) on his second touchdown of the night. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Autzen Stadium cheers for the Ducks during the second half. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Stanford Cardinal cornerback Alex Carter (25) intercepts Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota’s (8) pass during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) hands the ball off to Stanford Cardinal running back Remound Wright (22) during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)

Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) yells the call at the offensive line prior to snapping the ball. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Eve Hess/Emerald)

Stanford Cardinal players celebrate Stanford Cardinal cornerback Alex Carter’s (25) interception during the third quarter. The No. 5 Oregon Ducks play the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on November 1, 2014. (Taylor Wilder/Emerald)