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OREGON ON TRACK TO BREAK PENALTYLITTERED LEGACY BY: Maggie Vanoni @maggie_vanoni PHOTO: Sarah Northrop ere are many legacies from the Oregon football team: Kenny Wheaton’s “Pick,” the Chip Kelly era, flashy Nike uniforms, Marcus Mariota and the list just goes on.

Yet, there’s one legacy the program can’t seem to get to rid of.

Oregon has a problem with penalties. For the past eight years, the team has continuously been ranked among teams with the most penalties.

But the first seven games of the 2018 season have shown a Duck team that is on its way to breaking the trend.

With the help of adding officials to practices, Oregon is ranked on top of the conference with the second-least amount of total penalties for the first time in the past decade.

“It’s been all about discipline, and discipline starts with everything you do in your daily life,” Oregon head coach Mario Cristobal said. “ at’s been a huge point of emphasis of the culture. We thought that if we could get that done, that would coincide with the elimination of a lot of the penalties and would result in better play and more disciplined play.”

When Cristobal officially took over the role as head coach in January, decreasing the team’s penalties was one of his top priorities.

During training camp and every practice since, Cristobal has brought in officials to monitor. Having a set of a referees’ eyes watching during practices allows the Ducks to clean up their plays by learning to avoid making penalties.

“We have officials out here every single day in practice. at’s been the biggest difference, and they whip those flags right at you,” Cristobal said. “ ey’re pretty wicked guys, but they help us out a lot.”

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Oregon’s three penalties during its season opener against Bowling Green is not only its lowest penalty count of the season thus far, but it’s the program’s fourth time recording only three penalties since 2011.

“Coach Cristobal always emphasizes penalties as a lack of culture; if you don’t get on your guys hard enough, you don’t teach them the right things, like the fundamentals,” Senior inside linebacker Kaulana Apelu said. “I just give credit to them [coaches] for always getting on us to fix that because penalties is a big problem.”

It’s a huge improvement for a team that was ranked as the mostpenalized team in the Pac-12 and in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (with 122 total penalties last season) and has seen two seasons in a row with a 14-penalty count game.

Since the 2008 season, the Ducks have only finished better than eighth in the conference twice: once in 2011 (ranked No. 7 with an average of 7.21 penalties per game) and once in 2009 (ranked No. 7 in the then-Pac-10 with 7.3 penalties per game).

Over halfway into the regular scheduled season, Washington leads the Pac-12 with the fewest amount of total penalties (37). Oregon is ranked second with 38 — which is 23 fewer than the team’s total at this point in the season last year. “ ere is a lot of progress in so many areas, but we are nowhere near where we want to be yet,” Cristobal said. “ ere is no magic formula to this. ere is no hocus-pocus. We’re not based or founded on any trickery or false enthusiasm or energy. We grind at it to build it the right way because it’s the only way to build it to last.”

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Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Brady Aiello (66), who replaced injured Penei Sewell in the starting lineup, looks to block Washington State linebacker Dominick Silvels (20). (Devin Roux)

Autzen Stadium was on edge. e game was on the line. If Oregon football scored a touchdown, the Ducks would get the win over their rival, Washington.

Quarterback Justin Herbert handed the ball off to running back CJ Verdell, who found a gap in the line and danced untouched into the end zone to win the game 30-27.

“It was an awesome play call,” offensive lineman Brady Aiello said. “Just typical Cristobal.

Defense had no idea it was coming. [Jacob Capra] and I did a great job.”

Aiello and Capra, who came into the game for injured linemen Penei Sewell and Dallas Warmack, created the gap for Verdell. Now, with Sewell out for five more weeks and the O-line shifted, Aiello is a starter. He’s been in this situation before and remained ready for it to happen again.

“I know we had to put in Brady and Jake Capra, and they didn’t miss a beat,” Herbert said. “Got complete trust in them and really

Ducks quarterback Justin Herbert said that offensive lineman Brady Aiello “didn’t miss a beat” after stepping into the starting lineup due to injuries. (Sarah Northrop)

proud of those guys.”

Aiello possesses plenty of experience from his four years at Oregon, playing in nine games last season and starting in 10 of the team’s 12 games two seasons ago.

“Being here for four years, I’ve kind of grown accustomed to being ready,” Aiello said. “Right now it’s second nature. I played the whole season last year — have to be ready. Doesn’t matter what role. As long as it’s a role to help the team out.”

His teammates and coaches have faith in him.

Although the Ducks were run off the field in the first half against Washington State, with Oregon rushing for just three yards, Aiello will still be an integral part of the Oregon O-line going forward.

“Second string right guard, right tackle and they get the game-winning blocks for us,” offensive lineman Shane Lemieux said. “ at’s just a statement of our depth.”

For Aiello, the pressure barely affects him. It’s business as usual.

“Same mentality as usual,” he said. “Just be

physical, be tough, be the first in the weight room, be the first one in the meeting room. Same thing I’ve been doing for four years.”

Mario Cristobal led the unit under Willie Taggart, but under Cristobal’s guidance as head coach, Alex Mirabal is in charge of the unit that has received special emphasis these past two years.

“We have a great coaching staff to get those guys ready,” offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo said.

Despite the lackluster game against Washington State, Oregon’s run game has been effective this season, averaging 187.9 yards per game. Just like with Verdell’s game-winning touchdown against Washington, much of the run game’s success is thanks to the blockers making those holes for the running backs.

“I call them Moses because, as a group, they just love to open up like the Red Sea,” running back Travis Dye said of the O-line. “I give them all the credit.”

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Oregon Ducks safety Jevon Holland is tied for leading the Pac-12 in interceptions this season with three. (Devin Roux)

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In the third quarter of the week-five matchup between Oregon and Cal, the Golden Bears were charging toward the red zone, looking to decrease the 18-point deficit. Oregon’s defense was in need of a play when Cal quarterback Chase Garbers took a shot into the end zone.

True freshman safety Jevon Holland read the deep pass, intercepting the potential touchdown in the end zone.

“One of us on the team was gonna make it and it just happened to be me,” Holland said. “ e interceptions, they come and go, but when you’re in a position to make one, you have to make it. My team needed me, and I came through.”

One quarter later, with the game well out of reach, Holland intercepted Cal’s other quarterback, Brandon McIlwain, to shut down the Golden Bears for good.

Holland has established himself as an essential piece to the Oregon defense thanks to big interceptions and a “foreverimproving” mindset.

“He plays with confidence,” safety Ugochukwu Amadi said.

“He’s eager to always want to learn more and do extra.”

Holland has earned his “ball hawk” reputation, something that signals an elite safety. His first career pick came in week three against San José State. On the Spartans’ first drive of the game, Holland intercepted quarterback Josh Love to set up an eventual Oregon touchdown.

In the postgame press

conference, Holland waited in silence as defensive end Jalen Jelks and outside linebacker Justin Hollins were asked questions regarding the game.

Finally, on the last question, Holland was asked about his interception.

After describing every detail from the play with a straight face, as if this first pick was actually his 50th, the freshman finished with a nod and a smile. e veterans helped him out, adding in some much-needed color.

“Big-time play,” Hollins said.

“And he’s a freshman,” Jelks added with a smirk. “Just saying.”

Although seniors Amadi, Hollins and inside linebacker Kaulana Apelu are in the midst of career years, Holland has turned a lot of heads in his first campaign.

“Jevon’s stepped up big time,” linebacker Troy Dye said. “He’s done a tremendous job. … As people can see, he’s out there having fun.”

Holland was not originally a starter. Sophomore Nick Pickett began the season alongside Amadi, but Holland’s knack for finding the ball made it too tough for the coaches to leave him off the field. e coaches decided to switch Pickett and Holland on the depth chart.

“It really didn’t make any difference,” Holland said. “Nick said ‘next man up.’ He wants to see me shine. I want to see him shine. It was a lot of support from both sides.” e freshman got his opportunity in his first career

start against then-ranked No. 7 Washington.

“I was nervous,” Holland said.

“I just wanted to make sure that I helped my team. … It felt good, but to get a first start, especially against Washington, it gave me pride and gave my family pride, too. It was exciting.”

Oregon has been spoiled with true freshman riches.

Two seasons ago, Dye led the defense in tackles (91), tackles for loss (13) and sacks (6.5) as a true freshman. at same season, Brenden Schooler led the team with four interceptions as a true freshman safety.

Last season, true freshmen omas Graham Jr. (teamleading four interceptions) and Deommodore Lenoir (one interception) started at both cornerback spots. Jordon Scott dominated the line of scrimmage at nose tackle.

In 2018, once again a freshman is contributing. Holland is tied for the team lead in interceptions with three and his 25 tackles are sixth on the team.

Making this big of an impact as a true freshman is rare. e gap in talent between the high school and college levels is major, and newcomers often struggle to realize they can no longer get away with sheer talent. ey must do what Holland deems most important: thinking. “ e biggest thing from high school to college is just making sure you know what the situation is,” Holland said. “You have to really make sure that you think and go through the process of what you need to do while you’re in coverage.”

Coaches and teammates aren’t the only ones taking notice of Holland’s early success. Holland has earned a spot on 247Sports’ midseason true freshman AllAmerican list and multiple Pro Football Focus Pac-12 team-ofthe-week spots.

Despite the hot start to Holland’s career, there is still room for improvement in both tackling and in coverage.

“I need to make sure I come down more patiently, make sure

I wrap up, make the tackle — the secure tackle,” Holland said. “ at’s the biggest thing for me, just making sure my tackling is OK. I feel like my coverage can always get better. at’s forever improving.”

Players can only learn so much from coaches, which makes an experienced teammate’s advice even more valuable. at’s where Amadi comes in. In his first full season as a safety, Amadi is the leader and most experienced of the defensive backs. e younger guys look to him for example, and Holland is no exception. “[Holland]’s still learning on the defense, but he just keeps playing,” co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach Keith Hayward said.

“What I see is him getting with Ugo in there studying and watching film. He’s just following that lead.

He’s taking a lot of coaching and just focusing on technique and fundamentals.”

Holland and Amadi have combined to form a formidable safety tandem. e two, alongside Lenoir, are tied with Cal’s Jaylinn Hawkins for the Pac-12 lead in interceptions (three).

As a sophomore defensive back, Lenoir went through what Holland is currently experiencing and, like Amadi, is passing on what he learned.

“We’ve all been through it before,” Lenoir said. “We remember from when we were freshmen. We are able to help Jevon out. Tell him that big plays are gonna happen. You’ve got to have short term memory and push to the next play.” e two might be tied with picks, but Amadi has something Holland doesn’t — touchdowns. Given his ability to find the ball, it should only be a matter of time.

“If I was just out there running around, some people would be satisfied with that, but I always want to commit more and do the most that I can,” Holland said.

“As a defensive back, getting an interception, that’s the biggest thing you can do besides a picksix, which frankly, I wish I could have got one.”

Jevon Holland (8) attempts to block a pass during the game against Washington State on Oct. 20, 2018.

(Devin Roux)

Jevon Holland (8) tackles a cougar in Oregon’s 34-20 loss to Washington State. (Sarah Northrop)

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OREGON EMPHASIZES FAST START TO PREPARE FOR ARIZONA BY: August Howell @howell_august Oregon football’s players and coaches made it obvious that the team couldn’t afford another slow start like it had in the first half against Washington State when the team takes on Arizona this Saturday.

Part of the problem with the offense was because of the loud crowd and pre-snap movement from the defense threw off the cadence and snap count for the offensive line.

“We did a couple things ourselves that allowed them to get into the game, and you can’t do that,” offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo said. “We play in that environment here at home all the time.” e slow first half and near comeback was a tough pill to swallow for the Ducks, but Arroyo said that game should be a learning opportunity. Oregon will play a second consecutive game on the road in a hostile environment where the crowd can be a factor.

In order to deal with the

penalties they received last game, the practices have involved many pre-snap repetitions.

“When we go through our racks, we’ll do four plays on the clap, and then two plays where the guard taps our center,” wide receiver Brenden Schooler said.

Quarterback Justin Herbert will want to be aggressive against Arizona from the kickoff. e Wildcats, statistically, are one of the worst defenses in the Pac-12.

His ability to connect with Dillon Mitchell has caused problems for defenses all season.

“He’s a guy who can get anyone off him and I know where he’s going to be wherever he is on the field,” Herbert said.

Saturday’s kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. in Tucson, Arizona. Arroyo expects the Wildcats to come out swinging as Oregon is the highest ranked team they’ve played this season.

“It’s been said before, a tale of two halves,” Arroyo said. “It’s a good example for us that you can’t go in and take things for granted and think you can roll into this.”

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PLAYERS TO WATCH BY: August Howell @howell_august

ARIZONA Running Back: J.J. Taylor Taylor is a key part of why Arizona is leading the conference in rushing yards. With quarterback Khalil Tate not 100 percent healthy, much of the offense has been in Taylor’s hands. e sophomore likes to do it all, whether it’s rushing, receiving or kick returning. Taylor averages 164.4 all-purpose yards per game, third in the Football Bowl Subdivision. Taylor is second in the conference in total rushing yards with 817.

Defensive Tackle: PJ Johnson In his first season with Arizona after transferring from City College of San Francisco, Johnson leads the Wildcats in sacks with three.

He also has 21 tackles, including 6.5 for a loss. At 6-foot-4 and 335 pounds, Johnson is a force that causes problems for opposing offensive linemen.

Oregon’s offensive line struggled with its snap count against Washington State, so expect a lot of pre-snap movement from Arizona’s offensive line.

OREGON Wide Receiver: Jaylon Redd

Linebacker: Troy Dye

Arizona’s defense is near the bottom of the Pac-12 in nearly all major defensive statistical categories. Quarterback Justin Herbert has found Redd in the end zone for two games in a row. He’s had a touchdown in five of his last eight games, including a one foot catch on the while falling out of bounds to tie the game against Washington. Looking at his numbers, the sophomore has improved his receiving stats compared to last season. He has 238 receiving yards on 16 receptions on the season, compared to 59 yards on five receptions last season.

e junior missed some tackles in the loss to Washington State, and was visibly upset with himself after the game. Dye, who leads Oregon in tackles with 57 this season, will be looking to bounce back. While Arizona isn’t nearly as pass heavy as Washington State, Dye and the defense will be busy keeping track of Taylor and several talented wide receivers. If Tate is able to play, that will be an even bigger challenge for Dye. e defense will look to take advantage of Arizona’s penalties. e Wildcats leads the nation with 58.

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Arizona Offense Arizona’s offense has been a bit of a conundrum. ere have been fewer attempts to run quarterback Khalil Tate this season, and he is not a true pocket passer. He’s injured and could miss the Oregon game, so Rhett Rodriguez might play in his spot — and Rodriguez is struggling. He is completing only 51 percent of his passes and has two touchdowns to three interceptions. But the Wildcats rely on their running game to move the ball. ey’re second in the Pac-12 in rushing yards per game at 195.5. Running back JJ Taylor is averaging over 100 yards per game and is one of the better running backs in the Pac-12.

Oregon Defense e Ducks were sliced and diced by Washington State’s passing attack. Oregon’s pass defense is one of the worst in the Pac-12, but while they allow yards, they do get turnovers. ey lead the conference in interceptions and defensive touchdowns scored.

Deommodore Lenoir and Ugochukwu Amadi have a knack for finding the football. But Arizona’s passing offense pales in comparison to Washington State’s. Oregon’s run defense is the second best in the conference, and the Ducks have talented linebackers and defensive line depth to stop Arizona. Middle linebackers Troy Dye and Kaulana Apelu have been cleaning up what the defensive line starts. Nose guard Jordon Scott doesn’t have the stats, but his ability to win the line of scrimmage allows Dye and Apelu to fly in and tackle the running back. e Ducks did struggle to contain Cal’s running quarterbacks at times, but overall they are able to stop most rushing attacks.

Verdict If Tate plays, the Ducks may have a challenge, but they managed to contain him last year and he’s been worse this season. Oregon will return to containing and winning a line of scrimmage on Saturday.

Advantage: Oregon

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Oregon Offense Oregon’s offense sputtered in the running game against Washington State. e Ducks only mustered 2.8 yards per carry, which is concerning given that the running game is head coach Mario Cristobal’s bread and butter. It was Oregon’s first full game without left tackle Penei Sewell, and the O-line didn’t fare well. But credit must be given to Washington State. e Cougars have a good defense, and simply put, Arizona does not. Even with a top-tier quarterback, the Ducks will still run the inside zone. e conservative running is counteracted with aggressive throws down the field. Quarterback Justin Herbert leads the Pac-12 in yards per completion and is not afraid to rifle the ball into tight windows.

Arizona Defense Oregon struggled to run against Washington State, but they should have little problem against Arizona. e Wildcats have the second-worst run defense in the Pac-12, by far the worst Oregon has faced so far this season. Much like Washington State, Arizona is not afraid to jump between schemes. While they don’t pre-snap shift like Washington State, they still give an offense a lot to digest. Regardless, offenses are still able to move the ball, and Arizona has had little luck in slowing them down. Utah scored 42 on them and UCLA scored 31. ey’re also allowing quarterbacks to complete 64 percent of their passes, making it hard to get off the field.

Verdict Oregon’s offense has showed some weakness throughout the season, but it’s still the second best in the Pac-12, and the Wildcats don’t have the skill to slow them down.

Advantage: Oregon

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2233 Willamette Street Building G Eugene, OR 97405 Phone 541.484.2136 Fax 541.484.0960 eugeneoralsurgery.com John E. Villano, DDS, PC

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