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Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Steve Adams
Remene Alston Jr.
•Joined the squad during 2010 spring practice
•Ducks’ fifth-leading rusher had a career-high two touchdowns in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
98 | defensive line redshirt freshman | 6-5 | 275 Medford, Ore. Portland State | South Medford HS
5 | running back redshirt senior | 5-8 | 200 Greensboro, N.C. Page High School
PERSONAL — Born Stephen T. Adams on January 23, 1991 in Mount Vernon, Wash. Parents: Steve and Terral Adams. Family: Two brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): South Medford (Bill Singler) 2009. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009.
PERSONAL — Born Remene Danay Alston, Jr. on Oct. 3, 1987 in Greensboro, N.C. Parents: Remene Alston and Pamela Posey. Family: Four brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Page (Bob Via), 2006. Major: Sociology/Political Science. Redshirt: 2006.
2010 — Joined the squad as a walk-on during spring practice.
2010 — Member of the Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,037 pounds in clean, squat and bench during winter testing • Shared top honors among all players at his position with a 297-lb. clean.
HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered three times in football and four times in track at South Medford of the Oregon 6A Southwest Conference • Earned all-conference honors as a senior captain • Helped the Panthers to the Southwest Conference title in 2008 • State bench press champion as a junior • Voted most athletic.
2009 — Made his season debut against California, coming off the bench to rush for 42 yards and one touchdown on six carries • Added a season-high 59 yards and another score the following week vs. Washington State • Team’s fifthleading rusher ran for 133 yards and two touchdowns in five games. 2008 — A promising sophomore campaign ended early when he broke his foot during practice on Oct. 20 • Was the team’s fourth-leading rusher with 161 yards, despite missing the final six games of the year • Had a career-high 73 yards on six carries at Washington State • Ran for 71 yards on 11 carries, including a touchdown, vs. Utah State • Made his first career reception – for 10 yards – at USC • Carried four times for 17 yards in the opener vs. Washington • Also a key contributor on special teams, he had two solo tackles in seven games • Honored as special teams scout team player of the week leading up to win over Utah State. 2007 — A member of Oregon’s talented backfield, which set single-game and single-season rushing marks • Appeared in seven games with multiple carries in four, including 13 vs. Washington State. Had a season-high 54 all-purpose yards against WSU, including a season-high 26 yards on the ground • Scored his first career touchdown on his lone carry at Washington • Was also called on to return a pair of kickoffs for 45 yards, including a crucial 17-yard effort in a conference victory against USC. 2006 — Was acknowledged as one of program’s top scout team contributors, earning team’s scout team’s offensive player-of-the-week accolades for nine consecutive weeks from prior to the Fresno State game through USC. HIGH SCHOOL — The PrepStar all-region choice ranked among the top 20 prep running back recruits in the country by Rivals.com, as well as among the top 22 recruits out of North Carolina • The Metro Conference 4A state offensive player of the year rushed for 2,133 yards and 24 touchdowns his senior year, in addition to returning a pair of punts for scores • Included was a 92-yard punt return for a TD for the Pirates, who finished 2005 with a 5-6 ledger and a first-round state playoff appearance • Rebounded from a 2004 knee injury to complete his prep career as the No. 5 all-time rusher in school history, racking up 4,057 yards (6.6 per carry average) and 32 touchdowns • The three-time allconference selection was named to the 2005 all-area team by the (Greensboro) News & Record • Began his high school career by rushing for 902 yards and four touchdowns (6.3 avg.) in 2003. ALSTON’S CAREER STATISTICS Rushing G Att Yds 2007 7 25 42 2008 7 21 161 2009 5 30 133 TOTAL 19 76 336
TD 1 1 2 4
Lg Avg/C Avg/G 10 1.7 6.0 43 7.7 23.0 22 4.4 26.6 43 4.4 17.7
Receiving 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
TD 0 0 0 0
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 10 0.1 10.0 1.4 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 10 0.1 10.0 0.5
G 7 7 5 19
Rec 0 1 0 1
Yds 0 10 0 10
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G 7 7 5 19
No. 2 0 0 2
Yds 45 0 0 45
TD 0 0 0 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 28 22.5 6.4 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0 28 22.5 2.4
All Purpose 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G Rush 7 42 7 161 5 133 19 336
Rec 0 10 0 10
PR 0 0 0 0
KR 45 0 0 45
ALSTON’S CAREER BESTS Most Carries 13 Longest Rush 43 Most Rushing Yards 73 Most Rushing TDs 1 Most Receptions 1 Longest Reception 10 Most Receiving Yards 10 Most Receiving TDs 1 Most Kick Returns 1 Longest Kick Return 28
vs. Washington State at Washington State at Washington State four times at USC at USC at USC at USC two times vs. Washington State
IR Total Avg/G 0 87 12.4 0 171 24.4 0 133 26.6 0 391 20.6 10-13-09 9-27-08 9-27-08 10-4-08 10-4-08 10-4-08 10-4-08 10-13-07
Anthony Anderson
93 | defensive line redshirt freshman | 6-4 | 233 Spring Valley, Calif. Helix High School •Oregon’s defensive scout team award recipient in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Anthony Daniel Andersen on Nov.13, 1991 in Spring Valley, Calif. Parents: Herbert and Patricia Andersen. High School (Coach): Helix La Mesa (Troy Starr) 2009. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Made 1.0 tackle for loss (3 yds) in the Spring Game • Ranked fifth among defensive linemen in the shuttle run (4.18) during winter testing. 2009 — Redshirt season • Winner of the defensive scout team award at team’s post-season banquet • Selected defensive scout team player of the week following victories over UCLA and Arizona State, as well as for aiding preparations vs. Boise State. HIGH SCHOOL — Played outside linebacker and defensive end under head coach Troy Starr, who was on Urban Meyer’s Florida staff in 2007, at Helix High School of the Grossmont-South League • Was a Union-Tribune All-San Diego Second-Team Defense selection • A three-star recruit according to both Rivals. com and Scout.com • Ranked the No. 38 defensive end in the nation by Scout. com and the No. 60 defensive end by Rivals.com • Team posted a 10-2-1 record in his senior season and won eight straight games before falling to Oceanside HS in the San Diego Section championship game played at Qualcomm Stadium, 18 days before Oregon defeated Oklahoma State on same field in the Holiday Bowl • Also played basketball at Helix under head coach John Singer.
Blake Thompson, as all Oregon players did, gives the jersey off his back to a soldier following the Ducks’ 2010 Spring Game at Autzen Stadium.
PLAYER PROFILES
Kick Returns 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
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Karrington Armstrong
Mark Asper
•Member of the scout team in 2009
•Oregon’s starting right guard in 12 of 13 games in 2009
78 | offensive line redshirt freshman | 6-2 | 283 Reno, Nev. McQueen High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
79 | offensive line redshirt junior | 6-7 | 322 Idaho Falls, Idaho Bonneville High School
PERSONAL — Born Karrington Xavier Armstrong on Feb. 21, 1991 in Las Vegas, Nev. Parents: Johnny Armstrong and Cristi Suraco. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Robert McQueen (Ken Datton) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009.
PERSONAL — Born Mark Vaughn Asper on Nov. 8, 1985 in Rexburg, Idaho. Wife: Michelle. Daughter: Makayla. Parents: Vaughn and Virginia Asper. Family: Two brothers, three sisters. High School (Coach): Bonneville (Alex Huxford) 2004. Major: Spanish/Sociology. Redshirt: 2007.
2010 — Tops among all offensive linemen in the shuttle run (4.34) and squat lift (tie - 500 lbs) during winter testing. Squat tied for top mark on the team.
2010 — Named to the preseason All-Pac-10 third team by Phil Steele Publications • Member of the Oregon Iron Club for the second straight year, totaling 1,137 pounds in clean, squat and bench during winter testing • Shared top honors on the team with a 500-lb. squat.
2009 — Redshirted his initial collegiate season. HIGH SCHOOL — A 2007 all-state selection at offensive guard • Played offensive and defensive line for head coach Ken Dalton at McQueen High School of the Northern - High Desert League • A three-star recruit according to both Rivals.com and Scout.com • Ranked as the No. 48 offensive guard in the nation by Rivals.com and the No. 66 defensive tackle by Scout.com • Team posted a flawless 14-0 record and won the state championship by defeating Palo Verde (Las Vegas) 13-12 at the University of Nevada’s Mackay Stadium • Armstrong had four tackles in the contest • The Lancers outscored their opponents 579100 on the season, including five shutouts (one in the playoffs) • Also a state champion heavyweight wrestler in his junior season coach Jeremy Mumm.
2009 — Oregon’s starting right guard in 12 of 13 games • Did not start against USC due to injury but still played 39 snaps • Was in on 70 or more plays in six of 13 games, including 94 snaps at Arizona • Recorded 54 pancake blocks, just behind Jordan Holmes’ team-high 55. 2008 — Saw action in seven games as a redshirt freshman • Drew his first career start, playing right tackle in Oregon’s Holiday Bowl victory over Oklahoma State • Took part in 27 snaps vs. Utah State, as well as 17 at Washington State and 16 against Arizona State • Displayed steady improvement as the season wore on to position himself to break into the rotation on a regular basis the next three years • Spent the majority of his time at left tackle during 2008 spring drills, yet provides the flexibility to play both guard and tackle. 2007 — The elder statesman among underclassman on the team • Redshirted after being away from the game for a two-year religious mission commitment. HIGH SCHOOL — The three-year offensive and defensive line starter and 2003 team captain earned first-team all-state offensive honors as a senior after receiving second-team accolades following 2002 • Also selected to all-area contingent as well as first-team all-High Country Conference acclaim on both sides of the ball in 2003 after capping junior year receiving first-team all-league offensive attention • Became the focus of Bees’ offensive attack as league’s scoring leader (34.0 avg.) often ran the football directly behind his escort • Loomed as conference’s best defensive lineman for team which completed year with a 4-5 ledger, and led team in quarterback sacks in each of his final two seasons • Also a starter for the school’s 2003 4A state champion basketball team which again ranked No. 1 in the state his final year.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Brandon Bair
Sacks 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
88 | defensive line redshirt senior | 6-7 | 272 St. Anthony, Idaho South Fremont High School •13-game starter was Oregon’s top tackler among defensive linemen
2010 — Member of the Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,145 pounds in clean, squat and bench during winter testing. Shared top honors among defensive linemen with a 330-lb. clean. 2009 — Oregon’s top tackler among its defensive linemen (45), accumulated what was then a collegiate-best five tackles in the season opener at Boise State before adding four against Purdue and three vs. Utah • Also altered a punt in the second quarter against the Utes, earning squad’s special teams player of the week honors • But that was no match for his personal-high 10 tackles at Stanford, which included one TFL for 1 yard • The honorable mention all-conference pick shared Ducks’ top honors with seven stops at Washington, including a pair of tackles for losses of 10 yards • Team’s eighth-best tackler ranked second on the team with 8.5 TFLs, including stops behind the line of scrimmage in six of his last seven appearances, and broke up two passes • Played more snaps than any of team’s defensive linemen (909), including over 90 snaps in each of team’s first two games. 2008 — A key reserve, started the year on the perimeter of the defensive line before moving inside, where he made a greater impact as the season wore on • Had eight tackles while playing in all 13 games, including a career-high three tackles vs. Utah State and two at Arizona State • Forced one fumble at Washington State and recovered another, returning it 24 yards, in the regular-season finale at Oregon State • Broke up a pass and recorded one solo stop against Oklahoma State in the Holiday Bowl • Stepped onto the field for a season-high 47 snaps at Washington State and took part in double figures in plays on 12 of 13 occasions • Missed all of spring drills while recuperating from off-season shoulder surgery • Epitomized by a great work ethic and toughness that leads to continual improvement. 2007 — Played as a reserve in all 13 games, including a season-high 32 snaps in the Sun Bowl • Demonstrated proficiency primarily against the run, yet was credited with a trio of quarterback hurries and one pass breakup • Posted two tackles at Washington, including a stop for a 5-yard loss, and recovered a fumble at Michigan • Also had a two-tackle performance in El Paso vs. South Florida. 2006 — Began the year at tight end before shifting to defense when injuries created a greater urgency • Didn’t take long to regain his form from a long layoff, receiving scout team player-of-the-week citations on six occasions • Included were both defensive and special teams acclaim in aiding preparations in Washington win. HIGH SCHOOL — The 2002 first-team all-state defensive honoree (Idaho Statesman) accumulated 32 tackles and two quarterback sacks in addition to grabbing 20 catches for 260 yards and three touchdowns as a tight end as a senior in 2002 • In addition to characterized as a great run blocker, also made it into the end zone on four 2-point conversions • The 2001 first-team all-conference offensive and defensive choice added 17 catches for 197 yards and three TDs as well as 40 tackles, 11 sacks and one blocked punt as a junior. BAIR’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2007 13 5 1 6 2008 13 5 3 8 2009 13 21 24 45 TOTAL 39 31 28 59
TFL 1.0 0.0 8.5 9.5
Yds 5 0 30 35
PD 1 1 2 4
FF 0 1 0 1
FR Blkd 1 0 1 0 0 1 2 1
UA 0 0 0 0
A Total 0 0.0 0 0.0 4 2.0 4 2.0
BAIR’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Sacks Most Forced Fumbles Most Fumble Recoveries Most Pass Breakups: Most Blocked Kicks
10 2.0 1.0 1 1 1 1
Yds 0 0 14 14 at Stanford two times at Washington at Washington State at Oregon State four times vs. Utah
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •2nd Team All-Pac-10 (Rivals.com) •3rd Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications) •All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches)
11-7-09 10-24-09 9-27-08 11-29-08 9-19-09
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Brandon Jake Bair on Nov. 24, 1984 in Rexburg, Idaho. Wife: Jordan: Daughter: Brooklyn. Parents: Terry Bair and Brenda Miller. Family: Six brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): South Fremont (Cris Tucker) 2003. Major: Counseling and Educational Psychology. Redshirt: 2006.
G 13 13 13 39
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Kenjon Barner
24 | running back redshirt sophomore | 5-11 | 180 Riverside, Calif. Notre Dame High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
•UO single-season best 1,020 kickoff return yards in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Kenjon Fa’terrel Barner on April 28, 1989 in Lynwood, Calif. Parents: Gary and Wilhelmenia Barner. Family: Five brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Riverside Notre Dame (Pat Thompson) 2008. Major: Pre-Journalism. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Shares honors as team’s fastest running back, completing 2010 winter workouts by clocking 4.69 in the electronic 40 yards, as well as paced all players at his position with a 31-inch vertical jump • Led all rushers with 96 yards (10.7 avg.) and two touchdowns in 2010 Spring Game • In only his second appearance with the school’s track team this year, ran the third leg of 4x100 relay that scored 4th in the 2010 Pac-10 Championships. 2009 — The Pac-10’s all-conference honorable mention choice saved his best for last, exploding for 420 all-purpose yards over his last two games, to set a single-season school record with 1,020 yards in kickoff returns • Accumulated what was then a season-high 193 all-purpose yards in the regular-season finale vs. Oregon State before racking up 227 yards in the Rose Bowl • Included was a season-high 160 yards on eight kickoff returns against the Beavers before running for a collegiate-best 64 yards vs. Ohio State• Finished ninth on school’s one-season all-purpose yards chart (1,553) • Yet it was his 5-yard run on fourth down late in the game which secured the Civil War win • Oregon’s third-leading rusher (366 yards) ran for 33 yards against the Beavers • Led the Ducks with a game-high 156 all-purpose yards against UCLA, thanks in large part to his 100yard kickoff return for a score to provide the second-half spark and led to his acclaim as the Pac-10’s special teams player of the week • Helped Oregon answer USC’s opening field goal by returning ensuing kickoff 77 yards to provide Ducks with field position which they converted into a first-quarter game-tying field goal • Added 40 yards on five carries vs. Washington State to go along with his 40 yards in punt returns and 30 yards in kickoff returns, and provided 120 all-purpose yards at Washington • Scored his first collegiate touchdown against Purdue, converting a 3-and-19 situation into a 21-yard scoring run • Finished game with 34 yards rushing • Supplied his second rushing TD vs. the Trojans as part of his 24 rushing yards • Returned kickoffs of 39 yards in the post-season, 31 yards vs. OSU, 26 yards against California, 27 against Utah, 24 yards vs. Purdue and 29 yards at Boise State • Accumulated 154 yards in kickoff returns at Stanford, in addition to scoring his second rushing TD (1 yard) is as many weeks, to garner 171 all-purpose yards • Also added one catch for 7 yards in collegiate debut at Boise State • Ranked third in the Pac-10 in kickoff returns (24.9 avg.) and sixth in punt returns (9.1 avg.). 2008 — Redshirt season • Earned team’s special teams scout honors leading up to win over Purdue • Defensive scout team award for preparations ahead of USC game. HIGH SCHOOL — The PrepStar All-West Region pick was ranked as 38th-best running back in the country by Rivals.com as well as 86th overall prospect in the state • The state’s 2007 rushing and scoring leader finished second in the country in scoring (22.8 avg.) and fourth in rushing (240.3 avg.), tallying 3,124 yards on the ground (7.5 avg.) and 46 overall touchdowns • Looms as one of only three Riverside players ever to run for over 3,000 yards in one season • Included was a season-high 369 rushing yards vs. Laguna Beach, as he eclipsed 300 yards on the ground on three occasions • Also posted 67 tackles (41 unassisted) as the Mountain Pass League’s fourth-leading tackler as a senior, and returned a league-leading six interceptions for 146 yards • Added a pair of fumble recoveries for a return of 91 yards in addition to leading the team in kickoff (28.5 avg.) and punt returns (17.3 avg.) • As a junior, ran for 1,759 yards and 30 scores, in addition to recording 35 tackles and three interceptions on defense • Over the course of his four-year prep tenure, accumulated 10,772 career all-purpose yards (8,178 yards rushing), 144 touchdowns and 362 tackles • GoldenStatePreps.com all-Southern California second-team • Afforded team MVP honors in football and basketball as the league’s scoring leader in both sports while claiming first-team all-CIF applause in football and second-team tributes in basketball.
BARNER’S CAREER STATISTICS Rushing G Att Yds 2009 13 61 366
TD 3
Lg Avg/C Avg/G 48 6.0 28.2
Receiving 2009
G 13
Rec 4
Yds 30
TD 0
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 13 0.3 7.5 2.3
Punt Returns G 2009 13
No. 13
Yds 137
TD 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 31 10.5 10.5
Kick Returns 2009
G 13
No. Yds 41 *1020
TD 1
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 100 24.9 78.5
All Purpose 2009
G Rush 13 366
Rec 30
PR 137
KR 1020
IR Total Avg/G 0 1553 119.5
*Oregon record BARNER’S CAREER BESTS Most Carries 9 Longest Rush 48 Most Rushing Yards 64 Most Rushing TDs 1 Most Receptions 1 Longest Reception 13 Most Receiving Yards 13 Most Kick Returns 9 Longest Kick Return 100 Most Kick Return Yards 173 Most All-Purpose Yards 227
two times at UCLA vs. Ohio State three times four times vs. Ohio State vs. Ohio State at Stanford at UCLA at Stanford vs. Ohio State
10-10-09 1-1-10 1-1-10 1-1-10 11-7-09 10-10-09 11-7-09 1-1-10
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •2nd Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications, Rivals.com) •Pac-10 All-Freshman (Sporting News) •All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches) •Pac-10 Player of the Week (Special Teams at UCLA)
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Rob Beard
Bryan Bennett
•Took all but one kickoff in 2009
•No. 10 prep quarterback in the nation according to Scout.com
93 | kicker redshirt sophomore | 6-0 | 218 Fullerton, Calif. Troy High School
3 | quarterback freshman | 6-3 | 174 Encino, Calif. Crespi High School
2010 — Achieved the top mark among kickers and quarterbacks in the bench press (295 lbs) during winter testing. 2009 — Oregon’s kick-off specialist in his freshman season • Attempted one field goal (51 yards) against UCLA, which was blocked • Utilized on 87 kickoffs, averaging 63.0 yards with 10 touchbacks, while allowing opponents an average starting field position of the 27-yard line. 2008 — Redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — Beard earned three letters in football, two in basketball and two in track at Troy High School in Fullerton, Calif. • Competed in the 100 meters, 4x100 and 4x400 meter relays during the track season while seeing time at running back, linebacker and place kicker in football • Helped lead the Warriors to the 2006 league title with a 12-1 record, the best in school history • Beard was twice named league player of the week his senior season and was named to the all-league team in 2006.
Field Goals 2009
G 13
Att Made 1 0
Tackles G 2009 13
UA 6
A Total 0 6
Lg 0 TFL 0.0
PAT 2PAT 1 0
FG Total Avg/G 0 1 0.1
Pct 0.0 Yds 0
PD 0
FF 0
FR Blkd 0 0
PERSONAL — Born Bryan Alton Bennett on March 6, 1992 in Tarzana, Calif. Parents: Brian and Shyhra Bennett. Family: Two sisters. High School (Coach): Crespi (Jeremiah Ross), 2010. Intended Major: Sports Marketing. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — A three-year starter at quarterback and defensive back for head coach Jeremiah Ross at Crespi High School of the Serra League (Southern Section, South 2 Division) • 2009 co-MVP of the Serra League • Was the Serra League first team quarterback • L.A. Times Top Ten High School Quarterback in the Southland nominee • Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 selection • Named a Prepstar Magazine All-American • Team captain • Completed 170 of 266 passes for 2,370 yards and 27 touchdowns in his senior season as the Celts went 5-5 • Also ran for 410 yards on 60 carries and another seven touchdowns on the ground while throwing just six interceptions • Had 20 tackles, one interception and four pass deflections while on defense • In his junior season in 2008-09 when the Celts went 6-4, threw for 1,622 yards and nine touchdowns on 108of-195 passing with 10 interceptions and rushed for 193 yards on 49 carriers with one touchdown • In 2007-08 as a sophomore, he passed for 2,133 yards and 17 touchdowns on 148 of 281 passing with 14 interceptions as the Celts went 11-3 overall, losing to Long Beach Poly in the state championship • Took over as a sophomore after current UCLA quarterback and Crespi graduate Kevin Prince went down with a knee injury in the first game of his final season with the Colts • Played with teammate and fellow incoming recruit Hroniss Grasu • Was selected as the MVP among quarterbacks at the Scout Combine in Los Angeles prior to his senior year • Has been timed at 4.52 in the 40 meters and 4.16 in the shuttle run • As a track athlete, boasts a long jump of 22-10, triple jump of 46-6, a broad jump of 10-6 and has a 36-inch vertical • Rated a four-star recruit and No. 10 quarterback in the country by Scout.com • Also earned a four-star ranking and No. 15 position ranking by Rivals.com • Ranked a three-star recruit by ESPN.com.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Robert Owen Beard on April 26, 1990 in Fullerton, Calif. Parents: Joseph and Leslie Beard. Family: One brother and one sister. High School (Coach): Troy High School (Jim Burton) 2008. Major: Pre-Advertising. Redshirt: 2008.
BEARD’S CAREER STATISTICS Scoring G TD Rush Pass Retn 2009 13 0 0 0 0
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Everett Benyard
71 | offensive line redshirt freshman | 6-7 | 315 San Diego, Calif. Cathedral Catholic High School •Member of the scout team in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
PERSONAL — Born Everett Benyard III on May 13, 1991 in San Diego, Calif. Parents: Everett and Jennette Benyard. Family: One brother, two sisters. High School (Coach): Cathedral Catholic (Sean Doyle) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Emerged from spring drills as the primary backup at right tackle. 2009 — The first-year redshirt was named squad’s scout team offensive player of the week following wins over Utah and USC. HIGH SCHOOL — A 2008 Union-Tribune All-San Diego First-Team Offense selection •. Played on the offensive line for head coach Sean Doyle at Cathedral High School of the Eastern League • Two-time Eastern League First-Team • Named a three-star recruit by both Scout.com and Rivals.com • Ranked the No. 32 and No. 69 offensive tackle by Scout.com and Rivals.com, respectively • Team went 14-0 his senior season and defeated St. Mary’s (Stockton, Calif.) 37-34 in the Division II state football championship game held at the Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. • Benyard opened holes for teammate and four-star RB/ FB prospect, Tyler Gaffney, who scampered for 329 yards and five touchdowns in the state title game • Cathedral ran for 4,278 yards and passed for 2,616 yards on the season (second in state in total offense (492.4 yds/g), fourth in scoring (47.2 pts/g) and ninth in rushing) • Also played basketball for two seasons at Cathedral Catholic.
John Boyett
20 | safety redshirt sophomore | 5-10 | 198 Napa, Calif. Napa High School •Became the first freshman in school history to lead the team in tackles PERSONAL — Born John Newcomb Boyett on Dec. 20, 1989 in Woodland, Calif. Parents: Dan and Cindy Boyett. Family: One sister, one brother. High School (Coach): Napa (Troy Mott) 2007. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Preseason All-Pac-10 first team choice according to Phil Steele Publications • Tops among all defensive backs, second on the team in the shuttle run (3.88 sec) and ranked second among DBs with a squat lift of 415 lb. during winter testing. 2009 — If there has ever been a player who has made the most of his opportunity it would be the redshirt freshman, who became the school’s first freshman to lead the Ducks in tackles since the defensive records were first consistently accumulated in 1969 • Since filling in remarkably for the injured T.J. Ward at free safety for six games, he ranked among the team ‘s top three tacklers in seven of its last nine outings while earning 10 starts • He completed his first season with a team-high 90 stops, parlaying his efforts into being named first-team freshman All-America (CollegeFootballNews.com and Phil Steele Publications) • Credited with a career-high 12 stops in the Rose Bowl setback to Ohio State, he paced his team in tackles on three occasions while eclipsing double figures three times • Credited with 11 stops vs. Stanford and Oregon State (nine unassisted), he posted nine tackles (seven solo) while making his debut in the starting lineup against Purdue • Made what was potentially a game-saving play vs. the Boilermakers, knocking a receiver out of the back of the end zone in the final seconds to break-up a two-point conversion attempt • Finishing second on the team with three interceptions (tying for 12th in the league), he came up with fourth-quarter thefts to seal wins over Utah (to go along with eight tackles) and UCLA • Ranked eighth in the Pac-10 in tackles with a 6.9 avg.
2008 — Redshirt year • A three-time scout team player of the week, readied the team leading up to games against Boise State, Washington State and Oklahoma State • Graduated from high school early in order to be on hand for winter term and become acclimated to the workout regimen required at the next level • Was credited with three tackles in the Spring Game. HIGH SCHOOL — Earned first-team all-state accolades (calhisports.com) as well as four-star acclaim by Scout.com, which also included him on its California top 100 (61st) • The PrepStar all-West Region selection ranked as the 20th prep safety in the country in addition to earning Northern California player-of-theyear honors by GoldenStatePreps.com • The EA Sports second-team AllAmerican also was included on Tacoma News Tribune’s Western 100 list of elite recruits • Completed his senior season passing for 1,827 yards and 19 touchdowns while rushing for 1,527 yards (6.9 avg.) and 20 more TDs • In addition to his 3,354 yards of total offense (18th in the state), also accumulated 81 tackles (4th in the league), three quarterback sacks and three interceptions for a squad that finished the year with a 13-1 record, a Monticello Empire League title, and ranked 15th in the state • Also led the league in punting (6th in the section), averaging 38.9 yards per kick • Rushed for 144 yards and three touchdowns while completing eight of 15 passes for 159 yards and another score to lead the Indians to the Sac-Joaquin Division I sectional championship his senior year over St. Mary’s, 38-36. BOYETT’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2009 13 62 28 90 Interceptions G 2009 13
No. 3
Yds 34
BOYETT’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 12 Most Tackles for Loss 1.0 Most Interceptions 1 Most Pass Breakups 1
TFL 2.0 TD 0
Yds 6
PD 8
FF 0
FR Blkd 0 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 24 11.3 2.6
vs. Ohio State two times three times five times
1-1-10
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Freshman All-America (FWAA, CollegeFootballNews.com) •1st Team All-Freshman (Phil Steele Publications) •2nd Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications) Pac-10 All-Freshman (Sporting News)
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Jamaal Burrell
Brian Butterfield
•Member of the scout team in 2009
•Has been honored with 17 scout team awards during his career
75 | offensive line redshirt freshman | 6-4 | 306 Fontana, Calif. Dominguez High School
8 | defensive back redshirt senior | 6-0 | 183 Sherwood, Ore. Sherwood High School
PERSONAL — Born Brian Roy Butterfield on July 17, 1988 in Yuba City, Calif. Parents: Bill and Tracie Butterfield. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach) Sherwood (Greg Lawrance) 2006. Major: Economics. Redshirt: 2006.
2010 — Started at right tackle for the victorious White team during the Spring Game.
2010 — Started at safety for the Green team in the Spring Game.
HIGH SCHOOL — A 2008 All-L.A. Wave Newspapers First-Team Offense selection • Played offensive and defensive tackle for head coach Willie Donerson at Dominquez HS of the San Gabriel Valley League • Named a two star recruit by Scout.com and a three star player by Rivals.com • Played in a running offense as the Dons posted 2,039 yards on the ground in 2008 as opposed to just 393 yards passing • Started high school career at Summit HS (Fontana, Calif.).
Ben Butterfield
92 | wide receiver redshirt freshman | 6-0 | 180 Sherwood, Ore. Sherwood High School •Emerged from spring practices as one of three backup receivers on the depth chart PERSONAL — Born Benjamin William Butterfield on June 4, 2991 in Oregon City, Ore. Parents: William and Tracie Butterfield. Family: One brother, one sister. Brother Brian Butterfield is a defensive back for the Ducks. High School (Coach): Sherwood (Greg Lawrence), 2009. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Started at receiver for the victorious White team in the Spring Game • Tied for second at his position in the 20-yard electronic-timed dash (2.84). 2009 — Redshirt season • Selected scout team special teams player of the week following consecutive wins over UCLA and Washington. HIGH SCHOOL — Played at wide receiver for head coach Greg Lawrence at Sherwood High School of the Northwest Conference • Earned three varsity letters while playing for the Bowmen.
2009 — One of Oregon’s top special teams players, he appeared in all 13 games his junior season • Played a season-high 20 snaps against Cal • Recorded 11 tackles during the regular season in addition to posting one in the Rose Bowl. 2008 — The walk-on made ten appearances overall and saw the field in the final nine games of the season • Played a season-high 21 snaps in the win at Washington State • Finished the year with two tackles • A three-time scout team player of the week honoree, earned special teams honors for prep work ahead of the home opening win over Washington and defensive honors the following two weeks leading up to wins over Utah State and Purdue. 2007 — An eight-time scout team player of the week recipient, helped prepare the first team offense, defense and special teams in a variety of roles on the practice field • Was the offensive scout team POTW leading up to UO’s road victory against Michigan, his second of five straight weekly team honors to start the season • Won the special teams scout award six times. 2006 — Redshirted and earned six weekly team awards for scout team proficiency, including special teams player of the week prior to the epic home win versus Oklahoma. HIGH SCHOOL — Initially invited to Oregon as a walk-on at wide receiver, the Oregon Class 3A prep standout was asked to switch to defense prior to the beginning of his first fall camp • Led the Bowman to state runner-up finishes over his final two years, totaling 83 receptions for 1,183 yards and 11 touchdowns • Also played three seasons at cornerback for Sherwood and was named firstteam all-state (3A) at defensive back in 2005 by The Oregonian. BUTTERFIELD’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total TFL 2008 9 1 1 2 0.0 2009 13 9 3 12 0.0 TOTAL 22 10 4 14 0.0
Yds 0 0 0
BUTTERFIELD’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 3 vs. California
PD 0 0 0
FF 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 9-26-09
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Jamaal Aaron Burrell on Oct. 8, 1991 in Riverside, Calif. Parents: Anthony and Yolanda Burrell. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Dominguez (Keith Donerson) 2009. Major: Pre-Journalism. Redshirt: 2009.
2009 — Redshirt season, participated on the scout team.
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Blake Cantu
Ryan Clanton
•Part of UO’s 2008 signing class, delayed enrollment until winter of ‘09
•A true junior, still has a redshirt available
9 | wide receiver redshirt freshman | 6-0 | 193 Southlake, Texas Southlake Carroll High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
60 | offensive line junior | 6-5 | 294 Bakersfield, Calif. C.C. of San Francisco | Bakersfield Christian
PERSONAL — Born Blake Andrew Cantu on Aug. 1, 1989 in Fort Worth, Texas. Parents: Ramiro and Gwen Cantu. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Southlake Carroll (Hal Wasson) 2008. Major: Pre-Economics. Redshirt: 2009.
PERSONAL — Born Ryan Wade Clanton on January 16, 1990 in Steamboat Springs, Colo. Parents: Ray and Kelly Clanton. Family: Two sisters. High School (Coach): Bakersfield Christian (Doug Barnett) 2008. Major: Sociology.
2010 — Slowed by injury during spring practices.
2010 — First enrolled at Oregon for start of 2010 winter term, allowing him to participate in spring drills • Paced all offensive linemen during winter workouts with a 375-lb. bench press.
2009 — Redshirt • Led all players with 111 yards receiving in the 2009 Spring Game • Enrolled in school for the 2009 winter term after delaying his enrollment due to a pre-existing injury. HIGH SCHOOL — The PrepStar all-Midlands Region choice ranked as 92ndbest player in the country at his position by Rivals.com • Was chosen first-team all-state as well as all-District 5A Super Team pick following his junior year, and a 6-5A Sophomore of the Year in 2005 • Credited with 70 catches for 877 yards and seven touchdowns as a senior after hauling in 80 passes for 1,283 yards and 14 scores in 2006 • Completed his prep career accumulating 179 receptions for 2,749 yards and 27 touchdowns over the course of his final three seasons • Selected to play in the UnderArmour All-America Game in Orlando, Fla., following the conclusion of his senior season.
BEFORE OREGON — Rated a four-star recruit by Rivals.com • Rated the No. 7 JC OT in the nation according to Scout.com • Signed with Fresno State out of HS before deciding to enroll in JC • Played for head coach George Rush at CCSF, the same JC program that produced notable Ducks Jeremiah Masoli, Blake Ferras and Matthew Harper • Played both guard and tackle and was a junior college all-American for the 9-1 Rams in 2009 • Prepped at Bakersfield Christian High School, winners of the CIF Central Section Division V state title in 2007• BCHS rushed for 2,925 yards in Clanton’s senior season and scored an amazing 55 touchdowns on the ground as the Eagles went 11-2 in route to the state championship.
Zac Clark
99 | defensive line senior | 6-2 | 270 Wichita, Kan. Butler County C.C. | Wichita North •Projected as a starter at defensvie tackle in 2010 PERSONAL — Born Zachary Stevanson Clark on May 2, 1989 in Manhattan Kan. Parents: Stevan and Patricia Clark. Family: One brother, two sisters. High School (Coach): Wichita North (Stevan Clark) 2007. Major: Sociology. Note: Father Stevan played defensive end for the New England Patriots. 2010 — Member of the Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,127 lbs in the clean, squat and bench press during winter testing. 2009 — One of four JC transfers to participate in spring practice, supplied needed depth as the season wore on • Posted a season-high five tackles vs. Arizona State • Credited with 18 tackles and one TFL while playing in all 13 games, including a tackle for loss in the opener at Boise State, and blocked a PAT in a two-point win over Purdue • Was on the field for a season-high 52 snaps in the season opener against the Broncos. BEFORE OREGON — Ranked the No. 72 JC player in the nation by Rivals.com • The No. 82 overall JC player nationally by Scout.com • A three-star recruit by both Rivals and Scout • Played in 11 games in 2008, with 78 tackles, 19 TFL, 11 sacks, 14 QB hits, one interception and a pair of forced fumbles • Team won the NJCAA National Championship in 2008 • 90 tackles and 15 sacks as a high school senior • Also played tight end as a prep and was all-state in basketball. CLARK’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2009 13 7 11 18 CLARK’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Blocked Kicks
3 5 1.0 1
TFL 1.0
Yds 1
vs. California vs. Arizona State at Boise State vs. Purdue
PD 0
FF 0
FR Blkd 0 1 9-26-09 11-14-09 9-3-09 9-12-09
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Michael Clay
Nick Cody
•Fourth-leading tackler among team’s linbackers as a true freshman
•Primary backup at right guard
46 | linebacker sophomore | 5-11 | 225 San Jose, Calif. Bellarmine College Preparatory
61 | offensive line redshirt sophomore | 6-5 | 296 Brush Prairie, Wash. Hockinson High School
2010 — Second fastest at his position in the 20-yard dash (2.87 electronic) and shuttle run (3.95) during winter testing. 2009 — Forced coaches to take a look at him as one of team’s long snappers, but has since made his way onto the field as a reserve linebacker • One of the Ducks’ three true freshmen to experience game action, was the recipient of the team’s Len Casanova Award as the first year player who best exemplifies ideals of competitiveness, team inspiration and outstanding performance • Snapped for all of Oregon’s punting situations in addition to accumulating 32 tackles, including two tackles for loss and one quarterback sack (8 yards) •Team’s co-leader with five tackles vs. Washington State, accumulated four stops the following week at UCLA, as well as at Arizona. HIGH SCHOOL — A two-time All-Mercury News first-team selection • A Tacoma News Tribune Northwest 100 selection • Played fullback and linebacker for head coach Mike Janda at Bellarmine Prep of the West Catholic League • Named the No. 4 linebacker in California by Superprep Magazine • Was named the West Catholic League Linebacker of the Year in 2008 with 81 tackles, seven sacks and four picks and again in 2007 after tallying 110 tackles in his junior season • 2008 GoldenStatePreps All-Northern California First-Team Defense • Named a four-star recruit and the nation’s No. 14 weakside linebacker by Scout.com and a three-star recruit and the country’s No. 3 outside linebacker by Rivals.com • High School team went 12-1 in his senior season, with a 21-0 shutout victory against Valley Christian in the Central Coast Section Championship game • Bellarmine limited opponents to just 111 points on the season. TFL 2.0
Sacks 2009
Yds 8
G 13
UA 1
CLAY’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Sacks Most Pass Breakups
A Total 0 1.0 5 1.0 1.0 1
Yds 9
PD 2
FF 0
two times two times vs. Washington State two times
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Team First-Year Player of the Year (Casanova)
FR Blkd 0 0
PERSONAL — Born Nicholas Ryan Cody on December 13, 1989 in Portland, Ore. Parents: Donna Cody and the late Clifton Cody. Family: One brother, two sisters. High School (Coach): Hockinson (Rick Steele) 2008. Major: Journalism. Redshirt: 2008 2010 — Third among offensive linemen and fifth on the team with a squat of 465 lbs during winter testing. 2009 — Stepping onto the field for 10 appearances, made his starting debut for the Ducks against UCLA at right tackle • Played season-high 58 snaps against Washington State • Named a Pac-10 Academic All-Conference Honorable Mention. 2008 — Redshirt season • Earned scout team honors before UW victory. HIGH SCHOOL — The four-star recruit was ranked as the third-best overall player in the state of Washington as well as the 25th offensive tackle in the country at his position by Rivals.com • The PrepStar all-west region choice also was included on the Tacoma News Tribune’s Western 100 ledger as the fouryear starter attracted all-state attention his final two seasons • The three-time Greater St. Helens League standout helped lead the Hawks to a 7-3 mark and a second-place league finish after climbing as high as fifth in the state • The twotime all-region honoree also was on the school’s wrestling team as a freshman before playing football and basketball his final three prep seasons. HONORS AND AWARDS
2009
•Pac-10 Academic All-Conference HM
Nick Cole
30 | wide receiver redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 195 Concord, Calif. Clayton Valley High School •Will be part of a deep position battle for backup spots during fall camp
10-3-09
PERSONAL — Born Nicholas Bryant Cole in Concord, Calif. Parents: Jeff Cole and Samantha Stith. Family: One brother, three sisters. High School (Coach): Clayton Valley (Herc Pardi) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Made one reception and returned on kickoff in the Spring Game • Third among receivers with a 265-lb. bench press during winter testing. 2009 — Selected scout team offensive player of the week following wins over California and Arizona State. HIGH SCHOOL — An ESPN Rise California All-State Selection (Defense - DB) • Played wide receiver and safety for head coach Herc Pardi at Clayton Valley High School of the Diablo Valley League • Caught 46 passes for 990 yards (21.5 avg) and 12 touchdowns as a senior • Two best games came in playoffs as he tallied 170 yards (season-high) and one touchdown on six catches in the first round against Casa Grande and seven catches for 128 yards and three touchdowns (season-high) in the second round against Las Lomas HS • Had one interception and one fumble recovery on defense in CVHS’ 17-7 loss to Cardinal Newman in the NCS Division II Championship on Dec. 13 • 2008 GoldenStatePreps All-Northern California Second-Team Defense (DB).
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Michael Vincent Clay on August 30, 1991 in Santa Clara, Calif. Parents: Rodney Clay and Sandra Ramirez. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Bellermine College Prep (Mike Janda) 2009. Major: Pre-Business.
CLAY’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2009 13 17 15 32
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Nate Costa
7 | quarterback redshirt senior | 6-1 | 210 Hilmar, Calif. Hilmar High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
•Led the Ducks to a key road win at UCLA in lone start last season PERSONAL — Born Nathaniel William Costa on May 15, 1988 in Turlock, Calif. Parents John and Shawn Costa. Family: Two brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Hilmar (Frank Marques), 2006. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2007. 2010 — Shared top honors among all quarterbacks during 2010 winter workouts with a 275-lb. clean, and paced the position with 290-lb. bench press. 2009 — Transformed his starting debut at quarterback into a success, completing nine of 17 passes for 82 yards in a 24-10 win at UCLA • Included was his first touchdown pass as a collegian, thanks to a 20-yard third-quarter scoring strike to Jeff Maehl • Contribution the following game at Washington included running for a two-point conversion as well as picking up 7 yards on a fake field goal for a first down • Experienced his most extensive playing time prior to his first start while entering the game against Washington State late in the second quarter and engineering 17 points in a resounding win • Completed seven of nine passes for 80 yards while rushing for 26 more and one touchdown • Stepped onto the field to take his first snap from center since 2006 when he quarterbacked the Ducks for the majority of the fourth quarter against California • Responded by completing four of seven passes for 35 yards, in addition to picking up three additional yards on the ground, to pace team to a 42-yard, fourth-quarter field goal • Also completed a pass to kicker Morgan Flint for a successful two-point conversion against the Golden Bears • Span of 1,035 days between appearances ended when he took the field vs. Purdue as the team’s holder on place kicks • Offerred proof that the importance of a solid holder cannot be overlooked as he earned Pac-10 special teams player-of-the-week kudos for his role in digging an errant snap out of the grass that resulted in a successful PAT that extended Oregon’s game at Arizona into overtime and a resulting win • Owns a career completion percentage of 65.8 percent (25-38) • Was named a second-team academic all-conference pick. 2008 — Was named the starting quarterback in fall camp before suffering torn knee ligaments less than two weeks before the season opener • Sidelined the entire year while rehabilitating from his second major surgery in as many years.
COSTA’S CAREER STATISTICS PASSING G Att Cmp Int 2006 2 5 5 0 2009 12 33 20 1 TOTAL 14 38 25 1 Rushing 2006 2009 TOTAL
G 2 12 14
Att 7 16 23
Total Offense G Rush 2006 2 39 2009 12 18 TOTAL 14 57 COSTA’S CAREER BESTS Most Completions Most Attempts Most Passing Yards Most Passing TDs Most Interceptions Longest Pass Most Carries Most Rushing Yards Most Rushing TDs Longest Rush
9 17 82 1 1 35 6 26 1 10
Yds TD 73 0 197 1 270 1
Yds 39 18 57
Lg Pct Avg/P Avg/G 35 100.0 14.6 36.5 29 60.6 6.0 16.4 35 65.8 7.1 19.3
TD 0 1 1
Effic 222.6 114.7 128.9
Lg Avg/C Avg/G 10 5.6 19.5 8 1.1 1.5 10 2.5 4.1
Pass Total Avg/G 73 112 56.0 197 215 17.9 270 327 23.4 at UCLA at UCLA at UCLA at UCLA at UCLA vs. Portland State two times vs. Washington State vs. Washington State vs. Portland State
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HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •2nd Team Pac-10 Academic All-Conference •Pac-10 Player of the Week (Special Teams at Arizona)
Erick Dargan
4 | defensive back freshman | 6-1 | 198 Pittsburg, Calif. Pittsburg High School •Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 selection
2007 — Set to redshirt behind Heisman Trophy candidate Dennis Dixon and senior Brady Leaf, he would have been UO’s go-to quarterback following Dixon’s injury, but suffered torn knee ligaments of his own during practice in October.
PERSONAL — Born Erick A. Dargan on July 28, 1992. Parent: Tammie Marlon. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Pittsburg (Victor Galli), 2010. Major: Undeclared.
2006 — Brought out of his redshirt year in the eighth game of the year, completing all three of his pass attempts for 51 yards against Portland State • Also perfect in two tries at USC for 22 yards • Carried the football seven times for 39 yards, including 25 yards against the Trojans • Calmly marched Oregon downfield in his collegiate debut vs. the Vikings, capping a 98-yard drive with a touchdown • Also made the most of his lone possession in the L.A. Coliseum, with the offense coming up 3 yards shy of the end zone in the waning moments of the game.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
HIGH SCHOOL — The PrepStar all-region selection was rated among the nation’s top 19 quarterbacks by Rivals.com, displaying a versatility as a dual-threat standout • Led the Trans Valley League in rushing as well as finishing second in passing and scoring (108), completing 161 of 276 passes (58 percent) for 2,252 yards and 15 touchdowns as a senior while picking up an additional 1,709 yards (8.1 avg.) and 18 TDs on the ground • Tallied a season-best 265 yards running with the football vs. Escalon en route to 496 yards of total offense • Also credited with 329 passing yards against Bret Harte • The Central Valley player of the year and three-time all-state honoree led his team to the conference championship in 2005 as the Yellowjackets posted a 12-1 ledger.
BEFORE OREGON — Played running back and defensive back for head coach Victor Galli at Pittsburg High School of the Bay Valley League (North Coast Section, North 1 Division) • Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 selection • Second-team All-East Bay in 2008 • First-team All-BVAL League in 2008 • Helped lead the Pirates to a 9-5 overall record in 2009 • San Francisco Chronicle High School Athlete of the Week for the week of December 10, 2008 • Missed half of his senior season due to a knee injury • As a junior, rushed for 769 yards on 99 carries with 11 touchdowns and had 72 tackles with three interceptions, two fumble recoveries and one sack • Former HS teammate of current Duck CB Avery Patterson and attended the same school as former Duck DT Ra’Shon Harris • A four-star recruit and the No. 24 ranked safety in the nation by Scout.com • A four-star and No. 22 safety by Rivals.com • A three-star recruit by ESPN.com.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
D.J. Davis
Marcus Davis
10 | wide receiver senior | 6-1 | 205 Denver, Colo. Montbello High School •Set the school standard among wide receivers in the bench press (355)
2010 — Made the team’s biggest improvement in the electronic 40-yard dash during offseason workouts while turning in the fastest time among the school’s wide receivers, bettering his time to 4.62 • Also paced all teammates at his position with a 308-lb. clean and a 325-lb. bench press, in addition to sharing top honors with a 31-inch vertical jump. 2009 — The eight-game starter developed into a clutch receiver, latching onto passes in his last 10 appearances • The team’s fourth-leading receiver grabbed a single-game high four passes for 45 yards and one score at Washington before responding with three grabs for 31 yards against USC • Added three catches for 34 yards against California in his debut in the starting lineup before returning the following week vs. Washington State to claim two receptions for 21 yards • Also included a 21-yard scoring reception at Stanford among his two grabs for 25 yards • Accumulated 23 catches for 233 yards and two scores in 2009. 2008 — Sophomore campaign was cut short after suffering torn knee ligaments against Stanford Nov. 8 • Totaled five receptions for 85 yards on the year • Two catches for 51 yards against the Cardinal, including a career-long 45-yard reception • Two catches for 15 yards at Cal • Made one grab for 19 yards at USC • Led team with average of 17.0 yards per reception • Appeared in all nine games prior to the injury. 2007 — Enhancing his contribution by graduating from high school early in order to take part in spring drills, the true freshman caught three passes for 35 yards and one touchdown in 12 games • Early jump on the competition contributed to him stepping onto the field early before production waned some down the stretch • Included among season totals were two catches for 28 yards and one score during extensive action (26 plays) in front of ESPN’s “Game Day” crew and a national audience in the win vs. Arizona State. HIGH SCHOOL — The SuperPrep All-American ranked among the top 20 prep receivers in the country as well as among the top 15 players in the Midlands section by the recruiting service • Gathered four-star recognition by Rivals.com and Scout.com in addition to receiving votes on the Long Beach Press-Telegram Best in the West balloting • Accumulated 30 receptions for 567 yards and nine touchdowns his senior year for a team which finished with a 2-8 record after posting 45 catches for 988 yards and 16 scores as a junior • His outstanding character epitomized by him receiving the 16th annual Watkins Memorial Award as the nation’s top African American male high school scholar athlete.
DAVIS’ CAREER BESTS Most Completions Most Receptions Longest Catch Most Receiving Yards Most Receiving TDs
9 4 45 51 1
Yds 35 85 233 353
TD 1 0 2 3
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 19 0.2 11.7 2.9 45 0.6 17.0 9.4 23 1.9 10.1 19.4 45 0.9 11.4 10.7
at UCLA at Washington vs. Stanford vs. Stanford three times
10-10-09 10-24-09 11-8-08 11-8-08
3 | defensive back sophomore | 6-1 | 185 League City, Texas University of Texas | Clear Creek High School •2009 U.S. Army All-America played nine games at UT as a true freshman PERSONAL — Born Marcus K. Davis in LaMarque, Texas on Jan. 2, 1991. Parents: Marcus and Yolanda Davis. Family: Two sisters. High School (Coach): Clear Creek (Darrell Warden), 2008. Major: Undeclared. Note: Father, Marcus Sr., played college baseball at Grambling, and sister Candice was an All-Conference USA volleyball player at SMU. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Appeared in nine games for the No. 2 Longhorns in 2009, making 10 tackles (six unassisted), including one sack at Wyoming • Registered a season-high four stops at Baylor and had multiple tackles on four occasions • A prep All-America and three-time first-team all-district selection at defensive back for head coach Darrell Warden at Clear Creek HS (Texas 5A, District 24) • Played in the 2009 U.S. Army All-America Bowl • Rated as the nation’s eighthbest cornerback by ESPN and a member of ESPN’s top 150 • A member of Rivals top 250, was tabbed the state’s best cornerback by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football • Three-year letterman who started at defensive back and wide receiver • Tallied 179 tackles, eight interceptions, 18 pass breakups and five blocked kicks (two punts and three FGs) during his final three seasons • Also scored six TDs on punt and kickoff returns during his career • Earned first-team all-district 24-5A at defensive back and kick returner as a senior, posting 72 tackles, five INTs and nine pass breakups • Also returned 11 punts for 285 yards (26.0 ypr) and a TD • Notched 17 tackles and two PBU against Kingwood • Named first-team alldistrict 24-5A as a junior with 60 tackles, two INTs and five PBU • Returned eight kickoffs for 366 yards (45.8 ypr) and three TDs • Earned first-team all-district 24-5A honors as a sophomore, registering 47 tackles, two INTs and four PBU • Returned eight kickoffs for 234 yards (29.3 ypr) and two scores • A three-year letterman in track and field, won district championships in the 110-meter hurdles and long jump • Holds prep personal bests of 14.1 in the hurdles and 24-5 in the long jump • Set a Junior Olympics age group national record in the triathlon (shot put, long jump, 1,500m) with 996 points as a 10-year-old • Set another Junior Olympics age group national record in the pentathlon (100m hurdles, shot put, high jump, long jump, 1,500 meters) with 3,326 points as a 14-year-old.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Andrew (D.J.) Jahmael Davis on Jan. 4, 1989 in Denver, Colo. Parents: Ishmael Davis and Beatrice Washington. Family: Two brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): Montbello (Oliver Lucas) 2006. Major: Psychology.
DAVIS’ CAREER STATISTICS Receiving G Rec 2007 12 3 2008 9 5 2009 12 23 TOTAL 33 31
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Chad Delaney
Eric Dungy
•Joined the squad during 2010 spring practice
•Played for three-time 5A state champions
84 | wide receiver redshirt freshman | 6-0 | 179 Elmira, Ore. Elmira High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
19 | wide receiver freshman | 6-1 | 170 Tampa, Fla. Plant High School
PERSONAL — Born Chad Michael Delaney on October 8, 1990 in Eugene, Ore. Parents: Patrick and Kim Delaney. Family: One brother, three sisters. High School (Coach): Elmira (Chris Miller) 2009. Major: Human Physiology. Redshirt: 2009.
PERSONAL — Born Eric Anthony Dungy on Jan. 12, 1992 in Overland Park, Kan. Parents: Anthony and Lauren Dungy. Family: Three brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): Plant (Robert Wiener), 2010. Major: Undeclared.
2010 — Joined the squad as a walk-on during spring practice.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered three times in football and basketball and four times in baseball at Elmira HS of the Oregon 4A Sky-Em League • Played wide receiver and defensive back for the Falcons, earning second-team all-conference honorable mention as a DB and honorable mention as a kick returner during his junior season • Honorable mention all-conference honors at receiver as a sophomore • Was a first-team All-Sky-Em choice in baseball as a utility player.
BEFORE OREGON — Played wide receiver and defensive back for head coach Robert Weiner at Plant High School of the 5A District 5 League • Helped the Panthers to a 13-1 record in 2009 and a 53-4 mark (.930 pct.) over his four years • Member of Plant’s three-time state championship squad, which accumulated a 17-1 postseason record over four seasons • As a senior, caught 24 passes for 340 yards and two touchdowns • Made 61 tackles from his DB position in addition to a team-leading five interceptions, one sack, three fumble recoveries and six pass deflections • Named second-team all-county by the Tampa Tribune • Earned the team’s Prime Time Clutch Player Award • In his junior season, made 56 tackles, one sack, two interceptions and eight pass deflections • Jumped 21-5 in the long jump for his HS track team • Received a two-star ranking from Rivals.com and Scout.com.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Max Forer
Anthony Gildon
•Enters 2010 as the No. 2 center for the second consecutive season
•Started three games in 2009
64 | offensive line redshirt senior | 6-3 | 267 Santa Monica, Calif. Santa Monica High School
2010 — Second fastest among offensive linemen in the short shuttle (4.43) and “L” runs (7.75) during winter testing. 2009 — Appeared in four games as a reserve offensive lineman • Was at center for Oregon’s go-ahead touchdown drive in the third quarter of the Rose Bowl Game • Played a season-high 10 snaps against Washington State. 2008 — Saw action vs. Utah State, totaling a career-best eight snaps against the Aggies. 2007 — The walk-on took the field twice despite an abundance of experience and health on the offensive line • Made appearances vs. Fresno State and South Florida, totaling five plays • Received team honors for play on the defensive scout team leading up to the Michigan game. 2006 — Redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — Helped the Vikings to a runner-up Ocean League finish with a 4-1 mark, 8-3 overall, as a senior • Had 18 tackles and a pair of sacks while playing on the defensive side of the ball.
Trevor Fox
57 | offensive line redshirt freshman | 6-5 | 290 Temecula, Calif. Chaparral High School •Member of the scout team in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Trevor Steven Fox on Sept. 13, 1990 in Laguna Hills, Calif. Parents: Steven and Geri Fox. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Chaparral (Tommy Leach) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Ranked third among offensive linemen with a 308-lb. clean lift during winter testing. 2009 — Was a member of the scout team during redshirt campaign. HIGH SCHOOL — Played offensive guard and tackle for head coach Tom Leach at Chaparral of the Southwestern League • All-SWL First-Team Offense • All-CIF • All-Riverside County • Second-Team All-California • Named the No. 79 player in the Far West Region (Calif., Nev., Hawaii) by Superprep Magazine • Ranked as the No. 73 guard in the nation by Rivals.com and the No. 35 OG by Scout.com • Named a three star recruit by both major recruiting services • Team advanced to the Inland title game in his senior season but fell to Centennial (Corona, Calif.) • Chaparral rushed for 3,081 yards (220.1 yds/g) and passed for 1,917 yards in 2008, averaging 34.9 points per game.
18 | defensive back redshirt junior | 6-1 | 185 Simi Valley, Calif. Oaks Christian High School
PERSONAL — Born Anthony Joseph Gildon on Dec. 21, 1988 in San Fernando, Calif. Parents: Terry Gildon and DeChandra Busch. Family: Two brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Simi Valley (Bill Redell), 2007. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — His 38-inch vertical leap during winter workouts loomed as top mark among defensive backs and ranks fourth all-time among competitors in the secondary • Member of the Oregon Iron Club and the third-strongest player (pound for pound) after totaling 946 pounds in the clean, squat and bench (5.31 times his body weight). 2009 — Made his starting debut at cornerback at UCLA before completing the year opening vs. Ohio State in the Rose Bowl • Appeared in eight games (3 starts) while finishing the year with seven tackles • Included was a season-high three stops against the Bruins. 2008 — Redshirt season • Posted one tackle and broke up one pass in the Spring Game • 35.5-inch vertical jump in winter testing equaled program’s fifthbest effort ever among defensive backs and was the top mark in 13 years. 2007 — Part of Oregon’s incredible freshman class that saw ten true rookies take the field for the 9-4 Ducks • Appeared in nine games • Lone tackle was a TFL in the Sun Bowl win against South Florida • Played a season-best ten snaps vs. Washington State • Credited with a pass breakup in his debut at Michigan. HIGH SCHOOL — Earned four stars from Rivals.com as well as votes on the Long Beach Press-Telegram Best in the West balloting • Ranked among the top 12 defensive backs in the Far West Section by SuperPrep • Credited with 32 tackles and 10 interceptions his senior year, returning one for a score • Also converted 20 catches into seven touchdowns to help Lions complete a 15-0 ledger • School defeated Cardinal Newman in overtime, 27-20, to claim CIF Division II state title and finish sixth in the country in the final USA Today rankings • Played a major role in the Tri-Valley League champions leading the state with 27 interceptions and outscoring the opposition by an average of 42.2 points per game • Contributed 46 tackles and four interceptions (returning two for TDs) in 2005. GILDON’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2007 9 1 0 1 2009 8 5 2 7 TOTAL 17 6 2 8 GILDON’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 3 Most Tackles for Loss 1.0 Most pass breakups 1
TFL 1.0 0.0 1.0
Yds 1 0 1
at UCLA vs. South Florida two times
PD 1 1 2
FF 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 10-10-09 12-31-07
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Max Louis Forer on May 5, 1988 in Los Angeles. Parents: Jeffrey and Michele Forer. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Santa Monica (Mike Burnett). Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2006.
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Ramsen Golpashin
Hroniss Grasu
•Listed as the primary backup at left guard following spring practice
•Ranked by Scout.com as the No. 9 prep center in the country
70 | offensive line redshirt junior | 6-4 | 275 Saugus, Calif. Saugus High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
52 | offensive line freshman | 6-3 | 267 Encino, Calif. Crespi High School
PERSONAL — Born Ramsen Golpashin on Dec. 27, 1988 in Culver City, Calif. Parents: John and Miriam Golpashin. Family: One brother. High School (Coach) Saugus (Jason Bornn) 2007. Major: Business Administration. Redshirt: 2007.
PERSONAL — Born Hroniss Grasu on Aug. 12, 1991 in Northridge, Calif. Parents: Steve and Mariana Grasu. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Crespi (Jeremiah Ross), 2010. Intended Major: Business.
2010 — Emerged from spring practices as the top backup at left guard.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
2009 — Appeared in three games, including a season-high 10 snaps vs. Washington State • Also played vs. California and Washington.
BEFORE OREGON — A starter on both the offensive and defensive lines for head coach Jeremiah Ross at Crespi High School of the Serra League (Southern Section, South 2 Division) • First-team All-State as a sophomore • Named firstteam all-area on offense by the Los Angeles Daily News in 2010 • 2008 All-Serra League selection • As a senior in 2009-10, plowed the road as an offensive lineman for a team that racked up 1,958 rushing yards and 2,436 passing yards, and had 37 tackles and four sacks while playing defense • As a junior in 200809, had 27 tackles on defense and blocked for a team that rushed for 1,606 yards and passed for 1,738 more, scoring 27 total offensive touchdowns • As a sophomore in 2007-08, had 33 tackles and tied for a team-high with five sacks while blocking for 1,000-yard rusher Austin Shanks and a team that rolled up 2,388 rushing yards and 2,167 passing yards • Blocked for current UO quarterback Bryan Bennett • Given a three-star rating by Scout.com and selected as the No. 9 center in the country • A three-star ranking and No. 12 center in the nation by Rivals.com • Three-star recruit and No. 100 defensive end prospect in the country according to ESPN.com.
2008 — Saw first collegiate action vs. Utah State • Special teams scout team player of the week leading up to win vs. Arizona. 2007 — Redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — Recognized as a scholar-athlete by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame • Two-time All-Area and All-Foothill League performer for the Centurions.
Scott Grady
28 | defensive back redshirt sophomore | 5-11 | 180 Tigard, Ore. Tigard High School •Emerged from spring practices as the top backup at right cornerback. PERSONAL — Born Scott A. Grady on November 4, 1989 in San Diego, Calif. Parents: Richard Grady and Andrea Thomas. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Tigard (Mitch Sanders) 2008. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Demonstrated the team’s greatest improvement of 100 lbs in the squat lift (365) and posted team’s fastest time among defensive backs during winter testing, clocking an electronic 40 best of 4.73. 2009 — Appeared in seven games, primarily on special teams • Played seasonhigh 12 snaps against Arizona State • Credited with one punt return in the regular season. 2008 — Redshirt season • Worked with the scout team primarily on defense and special teams. HIGH SCHOOL — Second-team all-state running back (The Oregonian), ranked as the third-best prospect in the state by Rivals.com as well as the 38th defensive back in the country • PrepStar all-West Region recipient and Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 honoree • Team captain, named Pacific Conference’s offensive player of the year and second-team all-league • Suffered an injury in the second game of the year, hampering him the remainder of his senior season, yet still managed to accumulate 1,661 all-purpose yards (184.6 avg.).
Mana Greig
63 | offensive line redshirt freshman | 5-11 | 291 Kailua, Hawaii St. Louis High School •Scout team participant in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Colin Taumaletoa Kamanaokaaina Greig on Feb. 15, 1990 in Waimanalo, Oahu, Hawaii. Parents: Cynthia Su’a and Kimo Greig. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach) St. Louis (John Hao) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Had the third-fastest shuttle time among offensive linemen during winter testing at 4.53 seconds. 2009 — Member of the scout team during his redshirt campaign. HIGH SCHOOL — Helped the Crusaders to back-to-back 11-1 marks and unbeaten 7-0 Interscholastic League I ledgers during his sophomore and junior campaigns • Rated as the No. 25 prep center by ESPN with a scouts grade of 74 following his junior season • Selected to play in the Hawaii All-Star Football Classic • St. Louis had a record of 7-2 during his senior season.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Ryan Hagen
Brandon Hanna
•Joined the squad in spring of 2010
•Made the switch from linebacker to defensive end during the spring
60 | defensive line redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 284 Brea, Calif. Troy High School
44 | defensive line redshirt junior | 6-2 | 234 Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Lake City High School
PERSONAL — Born Brandon Thomas Hanna on Oct. 29, 1988 in Spokane, Wash. Parents: David and Helen Hanna. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Lake City (Van Troxel), 2007. Major: Economics. Redshirt: 2007.
2010 — Joined the team during spring practice.
2010 — Switched from linebacker to defensive end during the spring • Member of the Oregon Iron Club and Oregon Elite as selected by the Strength & Conditioning staff after winter testing • Totaled 1,084 pounds in the clean, squat and bench, and posted the third-fastest times in his position group in the 20 and 40-yard dashes (electronic) and “L” Run.
Dustin Haines
14 | quarterback redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 200 Eugene, Ore. South Eugene High School •Member of the scout team in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Dustin Lee Haines on June 12, 1991 in Kalispell, Mont. Parents: Mike Haines and Janelle Gentry. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): South Eugene (Travis Johnson) 2009. Major: Human Physiology. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Completed one pass for three yards and had a pair of carries in the Spring Game. HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered four times in football and track and twice in basketball for the Axemen ... Three-time All-Southwest League choice and team MVP in football .... Also played safety for South Eugene ... Was the district champion in the javelin as a junior.
2009 — Appeared in five regular season games, including season-high seven snaps at Arizona • Recorded three tackles while playing mostly on special teams. 2008 — Appeared in four games, contributing three of his four tackles on the year at Washington State • Recorded his first collegiate stop vs. Utah State • Member of the travel squad despite his limited number of snaps. 2007 — Prepped the first team offense during his redshirt year as a five-time weekly scout team honoree on defense. HIGH SCHOOL — Ranked among the top two prospects in Idaho by SuperPrep, along with the best 50 players in the Midlands • 5A all-Idaho first-team linebacker received three stars from Rivals.com and Scout.com, and rated 10th on SuperPrep’s Northwest Hot 100 list • Also named the Inland Empire League’s Linebacker of the Year • Tallied 107 tackles as a senior, including six quarterback sacks and four tackles for loss • Forced four fumbles and recovered three others • Timberwolves went 12-0 and won 5A state championship • Awarded President’s Award for Academic Excellence. HANNA’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2008 4 3 1 4 2009 5 1 2 3 TOTAL 9 4 3 7 HANNA’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 3
TFL 0.0 0.0 0.0
Yds 0 0 0
PD 0 0 0
at Washington State
FF 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 9-27-08
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Ryan James Randall Hagen on January 5, 1991 in Fullerton, Calif. Parents: William Hagen and Charla Hall. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Troy (Jim Burton) 2009. Major: Pre-Business.
HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered three times in football, basketball and track at Troy HS in Fullerton, Calif. ... All-Freeway League defensive lineman and team defensive MVP as a senior in 2009 ... Team won Freeway League championship in 2008 ... Two-time team defensive MVP in basketball ... Four-time scholar athlete was twice named all-county scholar athlete.
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2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Cliff Harris
Taylor Hart
•Led the team in pass breakups despite not taking the field until the sixth game of the season in 2009
•Member of the scout team in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
3 | defensive back sophomore | 5-11 | 180 Fresno, Calif. Edison High School
66 | defensive line redshirt freshman | 6-6 | 262 Tualatin, Ore. Tualatin High School
PERSONAL — Born Cliff Jamaal Harris on Dec. 12, 1990 in Fresno, Calif. Parents: Willie and Lizette Harris. Family: Three brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Edison (Tim McDonald), 2009. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Recorded the third-fastest electronic 40-yard dash (4.81) among defensive backs during winter testing. 2009 — Injuries in the defensive secondary necessitated a change in redshirt plans as he made his collegiate debut in the sixth game of the year at UCLA • Was credited with one unassisted tackle and one pass broken up in his opening appearance • Responded the next game to post five stops at Washington, in addition to breaking up a pair of passes and halting a Husky scoring drive with an interception in the end zone, before posting a season-high six tackles at Arizona • Responded to his first of two starting assignments with a pair of tackles and one pass break-up vs. Arizona State • In only eight appearances, tallied 12 unassisted stops among his 19 tackles, in addition to leading the team with eight passes broken up • Parlayed a pair of kickoff returns for 49 yards in the Rose Bowl, including a 42-yard runback, with a trio of unassisted tackles. HIGH SCHOOL — 2009 U.S. Army All-American • Named the No. 7 recruit in the state of California by The Contra Costa Times • A 2009 ‘Best in the West’ selection (No. 10 overall, No. 2 DB) by the Long Beach Press-Telegram • A Tacoma News Tribune Northwest 100 selection • An all-state third-team selection • ESPN Rise California All-State Selection (Defense - DB) • Played cornerback and wide receiver for head coach and former 49er, Tim McDonald at Edison HS of the County/Metro League • Ranked the No. 7 and No. 6 cornerback in the nation by Rivals.com and Scout.com, respectively • Both services rated Harris a four-star recruit • Named the No. 10 defensive back prospect in the nation by Superprep Magazine • Had six interceptions his senior season to go with one kickoff and one punt return for touchdown • Had nine interceptions to go with a kick and a punt return for touchdown as a junior • Scout.com analyst Brandon Huffman said Harris is “the best cover corner in the country” • Edison HS finished second in the County/Metro League and advanced to the second round of the state playoffs. HARRIS’ CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2009 8 12 7 19 No. 1
TFL 0.0
FF 0
FR Blkd 0 0
G 8
Kick Returns 2009
G 8
No. 2
Yds 49
TD 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 42 24.5 6.1
All Purpose 2009
G Rush 8 0
Rec 0
PR 0
KR 49
6 1 2
TD 0
PD 9
Interceptions 2009
HARRIS’ CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Interceptions Most Pass Breakups
Yds 0
Yds 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0
at Arizona at Washington at Washington
IR Total Avg/G 0 49 6.1 11-21-09 10-24-09 10-24-09
PERSONAL — Born Taylor Glenn Hart on Feb. 22, 1991 in Carmichael, Calif. Parents: Doug and Kathy Hart. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Tualatin (Craig Hastin) 2009. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009. Notable: Father is a UO graduate. Attended first Oregon game (against USC) when he was eight years old. 2010 — Started at tackle for the Green team in the Spring Game, recording one stop. 2009 — Redshirt season • Selected scout team defensive player-of-the-week following win over Arizona. HIGH SCHOOL — A first-team all-state selection on both offense (tackle) and defense (end) • Hart played for head coach Craig Hastin at Tualatin, of the 6A Pacific League • A Tacoma News Tribune Northwest 100 selection • A Tacoma News Tribune ‘Northwest Nuggets’ Honorable Mention • Ranked as the No. 26 defensive end in that nation according Rivals.com and ranked the No. 45 DE and No. 27 overall player in the Northwest Hot 100 by Scout.com • Named a three star recruit by both recruiting services • The No. 1 player in the state of Oregon according to Superprep Magazine • Lost to Beaverton in the second round of the state playoffs as a senior after defeating the Beavers during the regular season.
Daryle Hawkins
16 | quarterback redshirt freshman | 6-4 | 192 Omaha, Neb. Omaha Central High School •Member of the scout team in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Daryle Ahryahn Hawkins on Dec. 28, 1990 in Omaha, Neb. Parents: James and Kathryn Knight. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Omaha Central (Jay Bell) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Shared top honors among team’s quarterbacks during winter workouts with a 275-lb. clean • UO’s fastest player at the position with a 4.89-second electronic 40-yard dash • Ran for 13 yards and one touchdown on five carries in the 2010 Spring Game. 2009 — Guided the scout team as a first-year redshirt • Was on the travel squad and in uniform for the UCLA game. HIGH SCHOOL — Played for head coach Jay Ball at Omaha Central High School of the A District 3 League • Lined up at wide receiver for the Eagles in his junior season as the team took home the Nebraska Class A state championship • Named the starting quarterback to begin his senior season but injured his collarbone in the second game • Returned to the line-up for final two games • Had 540 yards of total offense in the 3+ games he played in 2008 • Team went 2-1 with him in the line-up, 0-6 without • A prolific track competitor in high school • Took home a state title in the triple jump, second in the state in long jump • Had the fastest prelim time in the 110m hurdles but rolled ankle before the finals and still took third • Metro-Conference 110m and 110m hurdles champion • Two-star recruit according to Rivals.com • Played football, track and basketball in each of his four years in high school • Basketball team won the Nebraska state title in three of his four years • Went to same HS as Ahman Green and Gayle Sayers.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Ricky Heimuli
Jordan Holmes
•U.S. Army All-American
•On the Rimington Trophy Watch List •Started all 13 games at center in 2009
90 | defensive line freshman | 6-4 | 310 Glendale, Utah Brighton High School
54 | offensive line redshirt senior | 6-5 | 300 Yuba City, Calif. Yuba City High School
PERSONAL — Born Jordan David Holmes on May 16, 1988 in Yuba City, Calif. Parents: Mike and Gail Holmes. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Yuba City (Brian Brown) 2006. Major: Education. Redshirt: 2006.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
2010 — On the watch list for the Rimington Trophy, awarded annually to the nation’s top center.
Justin Hoffman
81 | wide receiver redshirt sophomore | 6-1 | 201 Eugene, Ore. Churchill High School •Emerged from spring practice among the twodeep at wide receiver PERSONAL — Born Justin R. Hoffman on August 30, 1989 in Eugene, Ore. Parents: William and Jan Hoffman. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Churchill (Darrell Mehl) 2008. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Established himself as one of the top reserves at his position during spring practice ... Recorded the fastest time among receivers and third-fastest mark overall in the shuttle run at 3.89 seconds during winter testing ... His 375lb. squat was also tops at the position. 2009 — While still looking for his first collegiate reception, the walk-on provided depth to the receiving corps while accompanying the team on each of its five games on the road … Made five appearances, including stepping onto the field for 12 snaps vs. Washington State. 2008 — Redshirt season … Presented with UO’s yearly special teams scout team award at the postseason banquet … Won four weekly scout team honors for his work prepping the Ducks for games vs. UCLA (defense), Cal, Stanford and Oklahoma State. HIGH SCHOOL — Played wide receiver and outside linebacker for head coach Darrell Mehl at Churchill High School in Eugene … Earned four-letters in football and baseball … Played catcher on the baseball team … Led the Lancers to the Midwestern League championship in 2007.
2009 — One of four team captains • Ducks’ starting center in each of 13 games his junior season • Played 70 or more snaps in nine of Oregon’s 12 regular season games, including a career-high 94 in the double-overtime win at Arizona • Earned offense player of the week honors from coaching staff following Arizona State win • Named Pac-10 All-Academic • Earned team’s “Pancake Club” award at postseason banquet after being credited with a team-high 55 pancake blocks • Member of Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,125 pounds in the clean, squat and bench during winter testing. 2008 — Appeared in 13 games, starting four • No. 2 at center on the depth chart behind All-American Max Unger • Starting assignments came at left guard against Washington, Utah State, Purdue and UCLA – all UO victories • Part of UO’s record-setting rushing offense that ranked second nationally with 280.1 yards per game • Season-high 82 snaps against the Huskies • Selected an honorable mention academic all-conference choice. 2007 — Added quality depth to a veteran offensive line, backing up center and both guard spots • Took the field in eight of 13 games, highlighted by a 29-play effort in Oregon’s win at Michigan. 2006 — Provided major contribution during redshirt year by prepping Oregon defense, accumulating scout team offensive player of the week honors during weeks preceding Fresno State, California, Arizona and Oregon State games. HIGH SCHOOL — The PrepStar all-region choice excelled as a two-way standout for the Honkers in addition to receiving all-area player-of-the-year honors following 2005 campaign • Yuba City’s most valuable player each of his last two years was selected first-team all Sac-Metro on offense following his final prep season after earning second-team honors as a junior • The three-time all-Metro League pick failed to allow a quarterback sack in his three years at offensive tackle and was hailed as league’s offensive line co-MVP his final prep campaign • The two-time team captain accumulated five QB takedowns, 11 tackles for loss and deflected three passes defensively his last fall while the offense sported a balanced attack (1,562 yards rushing, 1,467 yards passing) • Was credited with 56 tackles, eight quarterback sacks and two fumble recoveries in 2004 • Also excelled as a standout wrestler as the 2006 Northwest sub-section winner finished sixth in the CIF state tournament, capping his senior year with a 37-4 record (34 pins). HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Honorable Mention Pac-10 Academic All-Conference •Team “Pancake Club” Award
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Rickson Centennial Heimuli on Sept. 18, 1991 in Glendale, Utah. Parents: Okusitino and Kerem Heimuli. Family: Three brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): Brighton, 2010. Major: Undeclared.
BEFORE OREGON — Played for head coach Ryan Bullett at Brighton High School of the 5A Region 4 league • 2009 Mainland All-Stars MVP in the Hawaii/ Polynesia-Mainland Bowl • A Prepstar Magazine All-American • 2010 Long Beach Press-Telegram “Best in the West” first-team selection • The Bengals went 6-4 in his senior season • 2008 All-State Honorable Mention • A four-star recruit and No. 10 defensive tackle by Scout.com • Ranked a four-star recruit and No. 8 defensive tackle in the nation by Rivals.com • Member of the Rivals100 • A fourstar recruit and No. 13 defensive tackle by ESPN.com.
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2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Drew Howell
Tyrell Irvin
•Rated the nation’s No. 1 long snapper by Chris Rubio
•UO’s strongest player, his 35.5-inch vertical leap ranks among the all-time school leaders at DE/LB
PLAYER PROFILES
50 | long snapper freshman | 6-2 | 213 Tehachapi, Calif. Tehachapi High School
PERSONAL — Born Andrew Michael Howell on June 12, 1992 in Long Beach, Calif. Parents: Mick and Kathryn Howell. Family: Three brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): Tehachapi, 2010. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Played for head coach Steve Denman at Tehachapi High School of the South Sequoia League (Central Section, South 2 Division) • Member of the Chris Sailer Kicking “Top 12” • Rated the nation’s No. 1 Long snapper by Chris Rubio • Rated the top long snapper at the Chris Sailer Kicking Camp • 2009 South Sequoia League first-team OL • 2008 South Sequoia League second-team OL • Three-year varsity starter • Made 130 tackles as a senior linebacker in addition to 2.5 sacks and one interception.
Josh Huff
4 | wide receiver freshman | 5-10 | 190 Houston, Texas Nimitz High School •Member of the USA Junior Football Team PERSONAL — Born Joshua Ismail Huff on Oct. 14, 1991. Parents: Donald and Charlotte Simpson. High School (Coach): Nimitz (Robert Toomer), 2010. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Played quarterback, wide receiver, running back and cornerback for head coach Robert Toomer at Nimitz High School of the 5A Region III District 19 League • 2010 Junior National Team selection by USA Football • Playing cornerback, tallied game-high 2.5 tackles for loss at the USA vs. World game • The Cougars went 4-6 in his senior season • 2008 Class 5A second-team all-district offense • Accumulated nearly 2,000 yards of total offense as a senior as he rushed for 1,147 yards and 11 touchdowns and threw for 856 more yards • Also ran track, logging a 10.86 100-meter time on his way to a second place finish at the 19-5A district meet as a junior • A three-star recruit and the No. 36 running back in the 2010 class according to Scout.com • Ranked a four-star prospect and the No. 7 all-purpose running back in the nation and the No. 37 overall recruit in the state of Texas by Rivals.com • Rated a three-star running back by ESPN.com.
33 | defensive line redshirt senior | 6-1 | 231 Denver, Colo. Mt. San Antonio CC | Aurora High School
PERSONAL — Born Tyrell L. Irvin on January 1, 1988 in Aurora, Colo. Parents: Terry and Jennifer Irvin. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Aurora (Tom Doherty) 2006. JC (Coach): Mt. San Antonio Community College (Robert Jastrab). Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Tested as team’s fastest defensive lineman during winter workouts with a 4.71 electronic 40-yard dash clocking, as well as Ducks’ strongest player, combining to lift 1,244 lbs. spanning three separate lifts • Paced position with a 35.5-inch vertical jump, 500-lb. back squat and shared top honors with a 395-lb. bench press. 2009 — Credited with solo tackles against Utah, Washington State, UCLA, Washington and Stanford, to go along with his quarterback sack against the Cougars • Also recovered a blocked punt in the end zone for a touchdown at Washington, in addition to forcing a fumble against the Cougars • UO’s strongest player, pound for pound, totaling 5.61 times his body weight in the bench (355), squat (465) and clean (308) lifts during winter testing 2008 — Saw the field for two plays in the season opener vs. Washington. BEFORE OREGON — Attended Mt. San Antonio Community College from 2006-08 after graduating from Aurora High School of the Centennial League • Led the Mt. SAC Mounties to a 10-3 record and paced the defense with 63 tackles (40 solo) in 2007 • Also notched 5.5 sacks and returned two interceptions for a combined total of 50 yards. IRVIN’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2008 1 0 0 0 2009 13 5 0 5 TOTAL 14 5 0 5
TFL 0.0 1.0 1.0
Sacks G 2008 1 2009 13 TOTAL 14
Yds 0 6 6
UA 0 1 1
IRVIN’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Sacks Most Forced Fumbles
A Total 0 0.0 0 1.0 0 1.0 1 1.0 1.0 1
Yds 0 6 6
PD 0 0 0
five times vs. Washington State vs. Washington State vs. Washington State
FF 0 1 1
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0
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Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Brian Jackson
12 | defensive back redshirt freshman | 5-10 | 192 Hoover, Ala. Hoover High School •Member of the scout team in 2009
2010 — Made four solo tackles for the victorious White team in the Spring Game. 2009 — Selected scout team’s defensive player of the week on two occasions vs. Purdue and Stanford. HIGH SCHOOL — Played for head coach Josh Niblett at Hoover High School of the 6A Region Six League • Jackson had 161 tackles and three interceptions in his senior season and was named Alabama Sports Writers Association FirstTeam All-State as a defensive back and All-Metro First-Team as a safety • Ranked the No. 85 safety in nation by Rivals.com and the No. 71 cornerback by Scout. com • Named a three-star recruit by both services • Team advanced to the state championship game but lost to Prattville 16-13 to finish with a 13-2 record on the season.
Talmadge Jackson III 37 | defensive back senior | 5-10 | 188 Murrieta, Calif. Chaparral High School
•Team leader with four interception in 2009 •Has played in all 39 games since ‘07 PERSONAL — Born Talmadge Delmas Jackson III on March 19, 1989 in San Diego, Calif. Parents: Talmadge Jr. and Deitra Jackson. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Chaparral (Tom Leach), 2007. Major: Political Science. 2010 — Held out of contact drills during spring practice while recovering from injury. 2009 — Team’s seventh-leading tackler (50) accumulated six tackles at UCLA but struck a defining blow with his second interception in as many weeks • Returned his pick for a 32-yard touchdown • Led the Ducks in interceptions with four (tied for 4th in the Pac-10) in addition to tying for seventh in the league in passes defended (0.8 avg.) • Has developed the knack for making the big play at the right time, with his fourth-quarter pick in the end zone at Arizona supplying Oregon with the opportunity to drive for a tying score in the final 3 minutes of a double-overtime win • Missed most of the win at Washington with a back ailment before returning the following week to face USC • Secured a new personal best with seven stops vs. the Trojans (six unassisted) to go along with one pass broken up • First posted six tackles in the season opener at Boise State, including first-ever tackle for loss • Accumulated five tackles each of the next two weeks vs. Purdue and Utah • Was held without a tackle against Washington State, however returned an interception 24 yards in addition to breaking up one pass • Seldom left the field, accumulating 100 snaps or more in four games while looming as one of team’s two players to tally more than 1,000 plays for the year.
2007 — Found his way onto the field for all 13 games as a true freshman, playing a key role on special teams and in the secondary on pass defense packages • Recorded tackles in seven games, including two apiece vs. Fresno State and at UCLA • Had a 32-play effort vs. the Bulldogs and again vs. South Florida in the Sun Bowl • Selected as Oregon’s special teams player of the game vs. Arizona State. HIGH SCHOOL — Excelled on both sides of the football while ranking among the top 10 defensive backs in California as well as among the elite 55 overall prospects in the state • The three-star recipient (Rivals.com, Scout.com) received votes from the Long Beach Press-Telegram’s Best in the West panel after ranking 42nd in the state in scoring (158 points) and finishing second in the Southwestern League in rushing • Ran for 2,081 yards (7.9 avg.) and 24 touchdowns in 2006, while adding 18 catches for 392 yards and four more scores • Included were 313 yards on the ground vs. Centennial as well as parlaying five receptions for 170 yards and six kickoff returns for 107 yards against Valley View • Also contributed 42 tackles, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries (one for a TD) on defense his senior season • The all-league and all-Valley choice played a major role in the Pumas’ 11-3 record to earn third-team all-state accolades (calhisports.com). JACKSON’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2007 13 6 3 9 2008 13 20 10 30 2009 13 40 10 50 TOTAL 39 66 23 89 No. 0 2 4 6
TFL 0.0 0.0 1.5 1.5
Yds 0 0 73 73
PD 0 6 10 16
FF 0 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Interceptions 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G 13 13 13 39
Kick Returns 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G 13 13 13 39
No. 0 5 2 7
Yds 0 59 32 91
TD 0 0 0 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 20 11.8 4.5 17 16.0 2.5 20 13.0 2.3
All Purpose 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G Rush 13 0 13 0 13 0 39 0
Rec 0 0 0 0
PR 0 0 0 0
KR 0 59 32 91
JACKSON’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 7 Most Tackles for Loss 1.0 Most Interceptions 1 Longest INT Return 32 Most Pass Breakups 2 Most Kick Returns 2 Longest Kick Return 20
TD 0 0 1 1
Yds 0 0 5 5
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0 32 18.2 5.6 32 12.2 1.9
vs. USC at Boise State six times at UCLA two times at Purdue vs. Utah State
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Todd Doxey Award (team honor)
IR Total Avg/G 0 0 0.0 0 59 4.5 73 105 8.1 73 164 4.2 10-31-09 9-3-09 10-10-09 9-13-08 9-6-08
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Brian Harrison Miles Jackson on Nov. 15, 1990 in Bessemer, Ala. Parents: Thomas and Annese Jackson. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Hoover (Josh Niblett) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009.
2008 — Fifth-leading tackler among defensive backs with 30 stops (20 unassisted) • Two interceptions tied for third on the squad • Earned special teams game ball for effort at USC • Top reserve among the secondary, received first career start vs. Boise State • Posted a career-high five stops at Purdue (all unassisted) while contributing four tackles against USC, Arizona State and Arizona • Credited with two pass breakups and first career interception against the Broncos • Made a key second-half interception vs. the Wildcats • Appeared in all 13 games, playing 70 or more plays on three occasions • Returned five kickoffs for 59 yards • Clocked as team’s fastest defensive back during winter workouts, finishing the electronic 40 yards in 4.65 seconds.
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LaMichael James
21 | running back redshirt sophomore | 5-9 | 185 Texarkana, Texas Liberty-Eylau High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
•Preseason All-America Second Team •Pac-10 freshman record of 1,546 yards in 2009 PERSONAL — Born LaMichael Keondrae James on October 22, 1989 in New Boston, Texas. Parent: Rosemary James. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Texarkana Liberty-Eylau (Pat Brady) 2008. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Named to the watch list for the Maxwell Award, awarded annually to the outstanding college football player in America • One of 30 players on the watch list for the Walter Camp player of the year award • Named to the preseason All-America second team by NationalChamps.net and Sporting News • Preseason first-team All-Pac-10 choice by Phil Steel Publications • Shares honors as team’s fastest running back, completing winter workouts by clocking 4.69 in the electronic 40-yard dash • Despite limited workouts with school’s track team, scored 5th in the 2010 Pac-10 championships at 100 meters while posting a best of 10.52 in the semifinals • Also anchored 4x100 relay to 4th place. 2009 — Few players have ever made the impact in their initial campaign at Oregon as the Pac-10’s Offensive Freshman of the Year as evidenced by him becoming the school’s first freshman on record to earn the team’s Most Outstanding Player accolades • The second-team all-conference choice and first-team Freshman All-American (CollegeFootballNews.com) ranked ninth in the country in rushing (118.9 avg.) as the nation’s third-leading freshman • Also selected national Freshman Performer of the Year by the College Football Performance Awards • The Ducks’ first freshman to ever surpass 1,000 rushing yards in a single season (1,546 yds.) eclipsed the Pac-10 freshman rushing record with 166 yards in last regular-season outing vs. Oregon State • Equalled school records by extending his string of consecutive 100-yard efforts to seven with his ninth game over the century mark on the season before he was held to 70 yards in the Rose Bowl against Ohio State • Averaged 133.5 yards per game in 11 outings as a starter (1,468 yds), ranks second on school’s singleseason rushing ledger • Sandwiched a pair of three-touchdown rushing efforts in Nov. 14 appearance vs. Arizona State and Dec. 3 against the Beavers around the win at Arizona, where he was shutout of the end zone for only the second time in his first 10 games as a starter • Parlayed four catches for 89 receiving yards against Stanford to go along with his 125 yards on the ground to tally a career-best 214 all-purpose yards • Surpassed school’s single-game freshman school record for the third time with a season-high 183 yards rushing in win over USC • Performance earned him Pac-10 offensive player-of-the-week accolades • That occurred one week after amassing 154 yards at Washington • Reached the end zone in eight of 13 appearances, including a season-high three times on two occasions and twice vs. Washington and Washington State • Ran for 14 touchdowns - the third-highest one-year output in school history • Accumulating spectacular runs to start his own highlight reel, broke off a collegiate-long 60-yard scoring effort at Stanford, a 56-yard run for a score in Seattle, 52 yards vs. Oregon State, a 49-yard run against UCLA that dug Oregon out of a hole at its own 1-yard line, as well as a 33-yard marvel vs. USC that left spectators and the Trojans’ defense speechless • Had nine carries of 30 yards or more and four totes over 50 yards, while leading the nation with 21 carries in excess of 20 yards • Made the most of his collegiate starting debut against Utah by rushing for more yards than any freshman in school history to be named team’s offensive player-of-the-game • Ran for 152 yards and one touchdown on 27 carries against the Utes, in addition to picking up 23 yards in kickoff returns and 3 yards as a receiver • Enjoyed his first multi-touchdown game of his career vs. Washington State • Saw first extensive action as a collegian in the second game of the year vs. Purdue, carrying the football nine times for 56 yards • Included were 42 yards on the ground on a 72-yard third-quarter scoring drive to give the Ducks a lead they would never relinquish • Averaged 6.7 yards per carry, which ranked second in the Pac-10 • Also tied for sixth in the league in all-purpose yards per game (135.2 avg.) and tied for 10th in scoring (6.5 avg.) • Carried twice for a team-high 22 yards in season opener at Boise State. 2008 — Redshirt season • Earned scout team player of the week honors (offense) for work prior to games at USC and Oregon State.
HIGH SCHOOL — An all-state selection following his junior and senior seasons, the four-star prospect by Rivals.com was ranked 12th-best running back in the country as well as the 39th overall player in the state • The PrepStar all-Midlands Region honoree tallied 53 touchdowns and better than eight yards per carry his final three years • Rushed for 2,043 yards (8.9-yard avg.) and 26 touchdowns his senior season for the Leopards, including a city single-game record rushing performance of 322 yards • The 2006 second-team 3A all-state selection and District 16-3A MVP tallied 19 TDs as a junior while adding 1,600 on the ground and another 500 yards in receptions for the state champions • Won the 100 meters at the state track meet in 2006 with a time of 10.51. JAMES’ CAREER STATISTICS Rushing G Att Yds 2009 13 230 *1546
TD 14
Lg Avg/C Avg/G 60 6.7 118.9
Receiving 2009
G 13
Rec 17
Yds 168
TD 0
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 55 1.3 9.9 12.9
Kick Returns 2009
G 13
No. 2
Yds 43
TD 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 23 21.5 3.3
All Purpose 2009
G Rush 13 1546
Rec 168
PR 0
KR 43
Scoring G 2009 13
TD Rush Pass Retn 14 14 0 0
PAT 2PAT 0 0
IR Total Avg/G 0 1757 135.2 FG Total Avg/G 0 84 6.5
*Pac-10 freshman record JAMES’ CAREER BESTS Most Carries Longest Rush Most Rushing Yards Most Rushing TDs Most Receptions Longest Reception Most Receiving Yards Most Kick Returns Longest Kick Return Most Kick Return Yards Most All-Purpose Yards
27 60 183 3 4 55 89 1 23 23 214
vs. Utah at Stanford vs. USC two times two times at Stanford at Stanford two times vs. Utah vs. Utah at Stanford
9-19-09 11-7-09 10-31-09 11-7-09 11-7-09 9-19-09 9-19-09 11-7-09
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Pac-10 Offensive Freshman of the Year (Pac-10 Coaches) •National Freshman Performer of the Year (College Football Performance Awards) •Freshman All-America (FWAA, CollegeFootballNews.com) •3rd Team All-American (AP, Sporting News) •2nd Team All-Freshman (Phil Steele Publications) •1st Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Pub., Rivals.com, ESPN.com) Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (Sporting News) •2nd Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches) Pac-10 All-Freshman (Sporting News) •Pac-10 Player of the Week (Offense vs. USC) •Team’s Most Outstanding Player (Skeie’s Award)
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Marvin Johnson
JOHNSON’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 6 Most Fumble Recoveries 1
1 | defensive back redshirt senior | 5-11 | 210 Compton, Calif. Dominguez High School
2010 — One of the team’s strongest defensive backs paced the secondary during winter workouts with a 319-lb. power clean lift and 365-lb. bench press. 2009 — Given the Wilson Award for most outstanding special teams player at team’s postseason awards banquet • Tallied 29 tackles while playing in all 13 games, equalling his season-best with five tackles in the Rose Bowl vs. Ohio State • Role at the line of scrimmage increased after the season-ending knee injuries to Walter Thurmond and Willie Glasper, but has long proven to be one of program’s top special-team contributors • Assumed team’s nickel-back responsibility, accumulating a trio of tackles against California, Washington State, UCLA and USC • Produced his initial five-stop effort on the year at Stanford • Played season-high 48 snaps at Washington. 2008 — Key reserve and special teams stalwart finished the regular season with 14 tackles in 11 appearances • Career best six tackles against Utah State • Had a 21-yard fumble return in the season opener vs. Washington • Contributed at least two tackles in five outings while experiencing his most extensive action in his first three games of the year (57 snaps vs. Utah State) before being slowed by injury • Joined two of his teammates in equaling the program’s top power clean mark (330 lbs.) ever among defensive backs, and led the way in the secondary with a 350-lb. bench press during winter testing • Shaved 13 hundredths of a second off his electronic 40-yard dash time (4.79) from 2007. 2007 — One of team’s top special teams assets • Posted 10 tackles in 12 appearances, including three stops against California and two vs. Houston • Was recognized as team’s special teams player of the week against the Golden Bears • Played a minimum of 23 snaps in each of the final three games, including a season-high 37 vs. South Florida in the Sun Bowl victory. 2006 — Redshirt season • Honored five times for his work on the scout team, twice on defense and three times on special teams. HIGH SCHOOL — Listed among California’s top 100 players by Rivals.com as well as the 26th-rated safety prospect in the nation • Garnered San Gabriel League MVP recognition as the all-state and all-CIF recipient was awarded “Dream Team” player of the year plaudits by the Long Beach Press-Telegram • Rushed for 1,016 yards and 18 touchdowns as a quarterback his senior year while passing for 1,250 yards (54-96), two interceptions and 19 more scores • Defensively, accumulated better than 90 tackles while intercepting five passes • Epitomizing his natural talents, he completed a 91-yard pass against Downey and a 92-yard run against Warren in a game where he accumulated 250 yards and three touchdowns on the ground • The finalist for state player-of-the-year honors led the Dons to the CIF Division III championship with a 13-1 ledger and a No. 5 state ranking. Yds 0 0 0 0
PD 0 0 0 0
FF 0 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0
Dion Jordan
96 | defensive line redshirt sophomore | 6-7 | 231 Chandler, Ariz. Chandler High School •Switched from tight end to defensive end during the spring PERSONAL — Born Dion Rory Jordan on March 5, 1990 in Chandler, Ariz. Parent: Sherrita Jordan. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Chandler (Jim Ewan) 2008. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Switched from tight end to defensive end during the spring and will enter fall camp among the two-deep at his new position • Equaled the fastest electronic 10-yard dash among defensive linemen at 1.71 seconds and ranked second in the electronic 40-yard dash after clocking 4.77. 2009 — The reserve tight end stepped onto the field for a season-high 20 snaps against Washington State but proved to be a bigger factor as the season wore on playing special teams • Made appearances in three of the final four games of the year, including seven plays in the Rose Bowl vs. Ohio State • Finished the year with both of his tackles against Arizona State. 2008 — Performed scout team duties during his redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — The four-star prospect was ranked as the 10th overall tight end in the country by Scout.com • Also included on the website’s Arizona Top 85 (4th) as one of the best prospects in the state, as well as one of only seven tight ends on the Tacoma News Tribune’s Western 100 elite ledger • The PrepStar All-American and first-team all-region and all-state choice caught 13 passes for 292 yards and three touchdowns in six games his senior year before the remainder of his season was curtailed while recovering from a serious offthe-field accident • Averaged 9.2 tackles per game and 0.8 sacks per game in 2007 • Blocked two kicks and forced two fumbles while returning one 59 yards against Ironwood HS • Posted 15 tackles against Yuma and 13 vs. Chavez during his senior campaign • Caught 54 passes for 804 yards and 13 touchdowns as a junior. JORDAN’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2009 6 1 1 2 JORDAN’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 2
TFL 0.0
Yds 0
vs. Arizona State
PD 0
FF 0
FR Blkd 0 0 11-14-09
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Marvin Johnson Jr. on April 28, 1988 in Compton, Calif. Parents: Marvin Sr. and Shelavante Moore. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Dominguez (Willie Donerson), 2006. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2006.
TFL 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
9-6-08 8-30-08
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Wilson Award (team outstanding special teams)
•Wilson Award winner (most outstanding special teams player)
JOHNSON’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2007 12 4 6 10 2008 11 8 6 14 2009 13 19 10 29 TOTAL 36 31 22 53
vs. Utah State vs. Washington
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2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Josh Kaddu
Keloni Kamalani
•Poised to battle for the starting job at SAM linebacker
•Member of the scout team in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
56 | linebacker junior | 6-3 | 235 Vacaville, Calif. Vacaville High School
57 | linebacker redshirt freshman | 5-11 | 209 Kihei, Hawaii Kamehameha Maui High School
PERSONAL — Born Joshua I. Kaddu on March 12, 1990 in Richmond, Calif. Parents: Fred and Margaret Kaddu. Family: One brother, three sisters. High School (Coach): Vacaville (Mike Papadopoulos) 2008. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Sat out spring practice while recovering from injury • 355-lb. bench press tied for third among linebackers during winter testing. 2009 — Accumulated 21 tackles in seven appearances, with four tackles for loss and one sack • Made his debut in the starting lineup against Utah, posting four tackles against the Utes • Increased his playing time with each game before a foot injury forced him to the sidelines for the rest of the regular season prior to the USC game • Played at least 20 snaps in each of the seven games he appeared, with a season-high 54 plays against both Utah and Purdue. 2008 — Originally expected to redshirt, was called on to fill a special teams void five games into the season • Appeared in six games and totaled five tackles, including a pair of solo stops in his debut at Washington State • Also made a pair of tackles at Oregon State. HIGH SCHOOL — Earned letters in football, basketball and track at Vacaville High School • Ranked as the 33rd-best strongside linebacker prospect in the country by Scout.com as well as included on its California Top 100 (99th) as one of the state’s top recruits • Named a three-star recruit by Scout.com and twostar recruit by Rivals.com • Finished his senior season ranked third in the Monticello Empire League in tackles with 92 stops (69 unassisted), 5.5 quarterback sacks (3rd in the league) and two interceptions • Included was a season-high 13 tackles vs. Vallejo • Also carried the ball 10 times for 78 yards and grabbed five catches for 155 yards and one touchdown • Helped Mike Papadopoulos’ team take home the Sac-Joaquin Section Division I football championship in 2006 with a 37-36 victory against Merced, the school’s first ever football title. KADDU’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2008 6 3 2 5 2009 7 13 8 21 TOTAL 13 16 10 26
TFL 0.0 4.0 4.0
Sacks G 2008 6 2009 7 TOTAL 13
Yds 0 4 4
UA 0 1 1
A Total 0 0.0 0 1.0 0 1.0
KADDU’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Sacks Most Forced Fumbles
4 2.0 1.0 1
Yds 0 12 12
two times vs. California at Washington at Washington
PD 0 0 0
FF 0 1 1
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0
PERSONAL — Born Keloni Kimo Logan Sarasin Kamalani on Aug. 1, 1991 in Wailuku, Hawaii. Parents: David and Shawndelle Kamalani. Family: Five siblings. High School (Coach): Kamehameha Maui (Leo Delatori) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Had 1.0 tackle for loss in the Spring Game • Member of the Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,140 lbs. in the clean, squat and bench during winter testing • Ranked as the second-fastest at his position with an electronic 40-yard dash of 4.88 and was the fastest through 20 yards at 2.85. 2009 — The walk-on spent his first year in Eugene on the scout team. HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered four years in football and twice in wrestling and track at Kamehameha Maui in Pukalani • Helped the Warriors to district titles in football and wrestling • Placed fourth in the state wrestling tournament as a sophomore.
C.E. Kaiser
68 | offensive line redshirt senior | 6-4 | 290 Veradale, Wash. Central Valley High School •22 career starts are tops among offensive linemen •Started at right tackle in 12 of 13 games in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Clarence Eugene Kaiser on Nov. 2, 1987 in Grand Forks, British Columbia. Parents: Michael and Teresa Kaiser. Family: One brother, two sisters. High School (Coach): Central Valley (Rick Giampetrie), 2006. Major: Counseling and Educational Psychology. Redshirt: 2006. 2010 — Shared top honors among offensive linemen during winter workouts with a 319-lb. clean. 2009 — Oregon’s starting right tackle in 12 of 13 games his junior season • Did not start at UCLA due to injury but still played 50 snaps • Played 70 or more snaps in six games on the season, including four of the last six • Credited with 35 pancake blocks.
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2008 — Battled through a late-season injury to play in all 13 games, starting 10 at right tackle • Played the third-most snaps of any offensive lineman, helping key Oregon’s team-record rushing attack (2nd nationally) • On the field for all but one offensive snap in record win at Oregon State • Eclipsed 16-year-old record, posting offensive line’s top power clean lift (374 lbs.) of all time during winter testing. 2007 — Lettered after appearing in seven games as a reserve behind a veteran offensive line • Also lined up as a tight end in Oregon’s jumbo package • Participated in double-digit plays four times, including 30 snaps vs. Washington State. 2006 — Redshirt season • Rewarded as scout team’s offensive player of the week prior to games against Stanford, California, Arizona and Oregon State. HIGH SCHOOL — The PrepStar all-region choice and honorable mention all-state standout was ranked among the top 25 prep prospects in Washington by Rivals.com • Anchored the Bears’ offensive line his senior year and paved the way for a pair of running backs that accumulated over 1,800 yards in a runoriented offensive attack • Received much of the credit for program’s 237.5-yard rushing average, earning first-team all-Greater Spokane League honors on offense in 2005 after earning the kudos on defense his junior year • Was chosen to take part in the state’s East-West all-star game in Everett, Wash • A dual-sport athlete, advanced to the state’s regional level in the discus and shot put • Also served as senior class president.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Wade Keliikipi
Javes Lewis
•Member of the scout team in 2009
•Only Duck with at least one interception, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in 2009
92 | defensive line redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 289 Wai’anae, Hawaii Wai’anae High School
2010 — Started at defensive tackle and recorded two tackles for the Green team in the Spring Game • Posted the fifth-best bench press among defensive linemen with a lift of 365 lbs. 2009 — Redshirted his first collegiate season and was a member of the scout team. HIGH SCHOOL — Named Hawaii’s top DT prospect in 2009 by SuperPrep Magazine and the No. 59 recruit overall in the West Region • Played for head coach Danny Matsumoto at Wai’anae High School of the Oahu Red-West League • Two star recruit by Scout.com • Ranked the No. 70 defensive tackle and the No. 20 player overall in the Northwest Hot 100 by Scout.com • Two star recruit by Rivals.com • Team posted a 5-6 overall record in 2008 and 9-4 in 2007 • Team nicknamed the Seariders.
14 | defensive back redshirt junior | 6-1 | 190 Tustin, Calif. Tustin High School
PERSONAL — Born Javes Ulysses Lewis Jr. on Dec. 11, 1989 in Nuremburg, Germany. Parents: Javes Lewis Sr. and Ganine Owens. Family: One brother, one sister. High School: Tustin 2007. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2007. 2010 — Started at safety and made four tackles for the victorious White team in the Spring Game. 2009 — Consistency was one of the themes for the 12-game starter as Oregon’s fourth-leading tackler (78) averaged 6.0 tackles per game to rank 18th in the Pac-10 • Broke into the starting lineup with a career-high nine tackles at Boise State, and equaled that effort (including 7 unassisted) at UCLA • Yet bettered those marks sharing a game-high 12 tackles at Stanford • Also shared team’s top honors with seven stops at Washington, in addition to picking off one pass and breaking up another • Started the Ducks’ first seven games at rover before shifting to cornerback for two appearances • Returned to his familiar safety outpost vs. Arizona State • Added six stops (and one tackle of loss) the second week of the season vs. Purdue • Effort against the Boilermakers highlighted by scooping up a fumble and returning it 28 yards for a touchdown • Led the team with five tackles and a pair of pass breakups vs. California before earning four stops (all unassisted) and his first career interception against Washington State • Outing against the Bruins included a pair of tackles for loss. 2008 — Reserve defensive back ranked 14th in tackles with 19 (12 unassisted) • Made five tackles in a pair of Pac-10 contests - at Washington State and vs. Arizona • Credited with three pass breakups at Cal • Appeared in all 13 games, eclipsing 30 plays on four occasions • Played 45 snaps at both WSU and Arizona State. 2007 — Redshirt season • Honored as the scout team player of the week on special teams leading up to the win vs. Washington State. HIGH SCHOOL — A running back and safety in high school, he racked up 1,480 yards rushing on 178 carries, 417 yards receiving and 27 total touchdowns in 2006 • Also had six interceptions on defense • Had 887 yards on 140 rushing attempts and 12 TDs during his junior season, in addition to four receptions for 169 yards, including a 68-yard touchdown catch in 2005 • Considered a wide receiver prospect by Scout.com out of high school. LEWIS’ CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2008 13 12 7 19 2009 13 54 24 78 TOTAL 26 66 31 97 Interceptions G 2008 13 2009 13 TOTAL 26 Sacks G 2008 13 2009 13 TOTAL 26
UA 0 2 2
No. 0 2 2
TFL 0.0 4.5 4.5
Yds 0 0 0
TD 0 0 0
A Total 0 0.0 0 2.0 0 2.0
Yds 0 12 12
LEWIS’ CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Sacks Most Forced Fumbles Most Fumble Recoveries Most Interceptions Most Pass Breakups
12 2.0 1.0 1 1 1 3
Yds 0 20 20
PD 3 7 10
FF 0 3 3
FR Blkd 0 0 1 0 1 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0
at Stanford at UCLA two times three times vs. Purdue two times at California
11-7-09 10-10-09 9-12-09 11-1-08
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Wade Kaulana Dominic Keliikipi on July 21, 1991 in Wai’anae, Hawaii. Parents: West and Gloria Keliikipi. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Wai’anae (Danny Matsumoto) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009.
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2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Malachi Lewis
Bryson Littlejohn
•Three-year letterwinner part of a true senior class that has won 29 games
•Appeared in 11 games, including one start in his first year at UO in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
26 | tight end senior | 6-4 | 216 Oxnard, Calif. Rio Mesa High School
43 | linebacker senior | 6-1 | 225 Elk Grove, Calif. Sierra C.C. | Laguna Creek High School
PERSONAL — Born Malachi Colby Jeremiah Lewis on July 26, 1989 in Eugene, Ore. Parents: Dion and Sheila Lewis. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Rio Mesa (Bob Gregorchuck), 2007. Major: Political Science. Note: Mother, Sheila (Sattiewhite), was a four-year letterwinner on the Ducks’ women’s basketball team from 1985-88. 2010 — Had the third-fastest electronic 40-yard dash among tight ends (4.95) during winter testing. 2009 — Came off the bench in three games to catch one pass for 26 yards against California before returning the next week to add one reception for four yards vs. WSU • Stepped onto the field for 15 snaps vs. the Golden Bears and 14 against Washington State. 2008 — Appeared in all 13 games for a second straight season, earning his first career start vs. Stanford • Saw plenty of action as a situational tight end/H-back and on special teams • Caught passes against Utah State (6 yards) and USC (5 yards) • Participated in 48 plays at Washington State and 37 at Arizona State • Team’s fastest tight end/H-back (4.82 40 time) during winter testing. 2007 — Utilized as a true freshman despite playing a position he had never played before • Stepped onto the field for all 13 games • Recovered a blocked punt in his Oregon debut vs. Houston • Caught three passes for 26 yards, including two for 21 yards against Washington State • Took part in 37 snaps vs. Arizona State, 36 at Washington and 35 vs. Washington State. HIGH SCHOOL — The SuperPrep All-American was ranked among the top 25 linebackers in the country as well as among top 25 prospects in California • Afforded four-star status by Rivals.com and Scout.com in addition to receiving votes on the Long Beach Press-Telegram’s Best in the West tabulation • The Spartans’ career rushing record holder (3,740 yards) accumulated 1,406 yards and 23 TDs on the ground his senior year to go along with eight catches for 242 yards • Included were 345 yards rushing and four touchdowns vs. Ventura as one of his three 200-yard rushing efforts for the Pacific View League champions • The league MVP also caught two passes for 108 yards vs. Nordhoff • The twotime all-CIF sectional and all-state honoree contributed 2,187 yards and 24 TDs rushing in 2005 • Also a track & field standout as the former two-time Junior Olympian (100m, 200m) was a member of school’s fourth-place CIF state 4x100 relay finisher in 2006. LEWIS’ CAREER STATISTICS Receiving G Rec 2007 13 3 2008 13 2 2009 3 2 TOTAL 29 7
Yds 26 11 30 67
TD 0 0 0 0
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 18 0.2 8.7 2.0 6 0.2 5.5 0.8 26 0.7 15.0 10.0 26 0.2 9.6 2.3
All Purpose 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
Rec 26 11 30 67
PR 8 0 0 8
KR 0 0 0 0
G Rush 13 0 13 0 3 0 29 0
LEWIS’ CAREER BESTS Most Receptions Longest Reception Most Receiving Yards
2 26 26
vs. Washington State vs. California vs. California
IR Total Avg/G 0 34 2.6 0 11 0.8 0 30 10.0 0 75 2.6 10-13-07 9-26-09 9-26-09
PERSONAL — Born Bryson Paul Littlejohn on March 30, 1989 in Sacramento, Calif. Parents: Marcus Littlejohn and Stacey Buckner. Family: No siblings. High School (Coach): Laguna Creek (Mark Nill) 2007. Major: Political Science. 2010 — Member of the Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,173 pounds in the clean, squat and bench during winter testing • 395-lb. bench press equalled the top mark on the team and his 32-inch vertical leap ranked second among linebackers. 2009 — Made first collegiate start against Stanford at strongside linebacker • Accumulated nine tackles during the regular season, while playing linebacker and on special teams in 11 games • Saw the field for at least 20 plays eight times and played 30 or more snaps on four occasions • One of four junior college transfers to enroll early and participate in spring practices • Concluded 2010 winter workouts pacing all linebackers with a 395-lb. bench press. BEFORE OREGON — California Community Colleges Coaches Association 2008 All-America and All-California Region II first team defense • Named a four-star recruit and the No. 12 overall JC player in the nation by Scout.com • Had an outstanding season for Sierra in 2008, posting 72 tackles, nine sacks, three forced fumbles, three interceptions and 14.5 tackles for loss while earning first-team JC Grid-wire All-American honors • Played running back and linebacker while at Laguna Creek HS • In high school, had 149 tackles his senior season with 2.0 sacks, three fumble recoveries and a blocked field goal. LITTLEJOHN’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total TFL 2009 11 5 4 9 0.0 LITTLEJOHN’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 4
Yds 0
vs. Purdue
PD 0
FF 0
FR Blkd 0 0 9-3-09
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Boseko Lokombo
Keanon Lowe
•Member of the scout team in 2009
•U.S. Army All-American
25 | linebacker redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 223 Abbotsford, B.C. W.J. Mouat Secondary School
2010 — Started at outside linebacker for the victorious White team in the Spring Game and had a game-high six tackles, 1.0 tackle for loss and broke up one pass • Third-fastest linebacker in the electronic 40-yard dash, clocking 4.89. 2009 — Redshirted his first collegiate season • Selected scout team defensive player of the week following victory over California, as well as squad’s practice player special teams player of the week against Purdue. HIGH SCHOOL — Received votes in the 2009 “Best in the West” by the Long Beach Press-Telegram • A Tacoma News Tribune ‘Northwest Nuggets’ Honorable Mention • A Tacoma News Tribune Northwest 100 selection • Made 47 tackles with four interceptions as a senior at W.J. Mouat Secondary • Named a four-star recruit and the No. 10 middle linebacker prospect in the nation and the No. 5 player overall in the Northwest Hot 100 by Scout.com and a three-star recruit and No. 27 outside linebacker by Rivals.com • The top Canadian recruit according to SuperPrep Magazine • Also played wide receiver and running back in high school • Ran for 1556 yards on 107 carries (14.54 avg.) and 22 touchdowns and caught 37 passes for 728 yards in senior season • Named Provincial AAA Eastern Conference All-Star Offensive MVP • Also returned punts and kickoffs • Has some local connections, as he played his junior season at South Eugene HS, where he tallied more than 50 tackles • Born in the Congo but moved to Montreal in 1996 .. Also competed in basketball and track and field.
6 | wide receiver freshman | 5-10 | 168 Portland, Ore. Jesuit High School
PERSONAL — Born Keanon Glenn Lowe on March 21, 1991 in Portland, Ore. Parents: Kevin and Jennifer Lowe. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Jesuit (Ken Potter), 2010. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Played running back, wide receiver and defensive back for head coach Ken Potter and Jesuit High School of the 6A Metro League • Named Oregon 6A Defensive Player of the Year as a defensive back • Also named 6A first-team All-State on offense as a wide receiver • Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 selection • Helped lead the Crusaders to a 12-2 overall record and state title game appearance in 2009 • As a senior, rushed for 1,213 yards on 150 carries with 20 touchdowns, while catching 42 passes for 603 yards and seven additional scores • Also had four interceptions and a fumble recovery on defense • On special teams, returned 15 kickoffs for 318 yards with a long of 39 yards • Led the Crusaders in scoring with 29 total touchdowns • As a junior in 2008-09, had 193 yards rushing on 25 carries for three touchdowns and added a team-high 42 receptions for 718 yards and eight scores • Had three interceptions and one fumble recovery on defense • On special teams, returned nine kickoffs for 376 yards including a long of 96 yards • On the track, was a six-time winner in the 100 meters as a junior, including a season-best 10.77 at the Metro League Championships • Placed first in the 200 with a time of 21.94 • Runner-up in the 100 at the 2009 state meet and medaled in the 200 (21.95) with a thirdplace showing • Anchored the league and state champion 4x100 relay • Also was Metro League champ in the 100 (10.79) and 200 (22.09) as a sophomore in ‘08 • A three-star recruit by Scout.com and the No. 35 cornerback in the nation • Rated a four-star recruit and the No. 17 ranked athlete by Rivals.com • A threestar prospect and No. 35 athlete by ESPN.com.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Boseko Lokombo on Oct. 15, 1990 in Kinslasa, Congo. Parents: Leon and Anne-Marie Lokombo. Family: Four brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): W.J. Mouat (Dennis Kelly) 2009. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009.
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Jeff Maehl
23 | wide receiver senior | 6-1 | 184 Paradise, Calif. Paradise High School •Team-high 29 starts coming into the 2010 season
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
PERSONAL — Born Jeffrey David Maehl on March 16, 1989 in Paradise, Calif. Parents: Steve and Lucy Maehl. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Paradise (Rick Prinz) 2007. Major: Sociology. 2010 — Ran the second-fastest time among receivers in the electronic 40-yard dash (4.77) during winter testing. 2009 — The Ducks’ receiving leader (53 catches, 696 yards) finished the regular season with a flurry, accumulating five of his six touchdown catches in the final month of the season, as well as surpassing 100 yards in each of his last two appearances of the regular season • Collected a personal best of 12 receptions and two touchdowns at Arizona while tallying 138 receiving yards against Oregon State • Extended his string of consecutive games with at least one catch to 21, yet was held to one catch for 10 yards in the Rose Bowl against Ohio State • Included in his resume was a 4-yard scoring catch in the first overtime to keep the pressure on the opposition in Tucson, Ariz. • Eight of his receptions at Arizona occurred after the start of the fourth quarter, while he was responsible for four grabs for 26 yards on the 80-yard drive that tied the score at 31-31 with only six seconds remaining in regulation • Didn’t catch his first scoring pass of the season until the sixth game of the year, converting a screen pass into a 20yard score in the third quarter at UCLA for his first touchdown of his junior year • Added a second against the Cardinal with a 29-yard strike before grabbing a career-long catch of 73 yards for a score against the Beavers • Ranked 10th in the Pac-10 in receptions (4.1 avg.) and receiving yards (53.5 avg.), grabbing five or more passes in six of 13 appearances, including a long of 58 yards against Utah • Encountered his top four receiving yards efforts of the season over the course of the last four regular-season games, converting catches into 66 yards at Stanford and 62 yards against Arizona State • The honorable mention all-conference pick also chosen by coaches as Duane Cargill Award recipient as team’s impact player • Selected to the all-Pac-10 third team by Phil Steele Publications • 2008 — Oregon’s second-leading receiver and 13-game starter tied for the team lead in touchdown catches (5), snagging one in three of his last four appearances • Had a season-high 79 yards at Oregon State, including his first scoring catch outside the friendly confines of Autzen Stadium on a 17-yard TD less than five minutes into the game • One week prior, had career-long 65-yarder for a score vs. Arizona • Career-best seven catches at Purdue for 38 yards • Grabbed five balls on two occasions, vs. Washington (49 yards) and at Arizona State (36 yards) • Rushed for 85 yards on 10 carries, including 30 yards on three runs in Tempe, Ariz • Lone catch vs. Stanford went for a 5-yard TD • Made seven tackles on special teams, including two solo stops against the Sun Devils. 2007 — Evolved from a reserve in the defensive secondary to a solid special teams performer before moving into the starting lineup at wide receiver for the final three games of the season • Playing in all 13 games, didn’t make his way onto the offensive side of the ball in a game until November • Finished the year with nine catches for 118 yards, including a team-high four receptions for 86 yards and one touchdown against Oregon State • Also grabbed two catches for 30 yards in his collegiate debut at the position at UCLA • Rushed three times for 34 yards, including an 18-yard sprint in the Sun Bowl vs. South Florida • Posted 11 of his 14 tackles during his first 10 outings on special teams, including three tackles each at Stanford and vs. Washington State.
HIGH SCHOOL — Ranked among the top 140 prospects in California by SuperPrep • Attracted three stars from both Rivals.com and Scout.com • Finished 20th in the CIF Northern Section in scoring (104 points) while finding his way into the end zone as a rusher, receiver, kickoff returner, punt returner and defensive back • Completed his senior year carrying the ball 25 times for 153 yards and three touchdowns in addition to catching 40 passes for 576 yards and 11 TDs • The playmaker also snagged seven interceptions to rank eighth in the Northern Section, returned 16 punts for 284 yards (17.8 avg.), recovered one fumble and blocked one field goal • Scored TDs on a 52-yard punt return and a 34-yard interception return in the 2006 opener vs. Las Plumas, before adding a 82-yard kickoff return into the end zone vs. Chico. MAEHL’S CAREER STATISTICS Receiving G Rec Yds 2007 13 9 118 2008 13 39 421 2009 13 53 696 TOTAL 39 101 1235
TD 1 5 6 12
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 33 0.7 13.1 9.1 65 3.0 10.8 32.4 73 4.1 13.1 53.5 73 2.6 12.2 31.7
Rushing 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G 13 13 13 39
Att 3 11 1 15
Yds 34 81 -2 113
TD 0 0 0 0
Lg Avg/C Avg/G 18 11.3 2.6 15 7.4 6.2 0 -2.0 -0.2 18 7.5 2.9
All Purpose 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G Rush 13 34 13 81 13 -2 39 113
Rec 118 421 696 1235
PR 0 0 0 0
KR 0 0 0 0
Scoring G 2007 13 2008 13 2009 13 TOTAL 39
TD Rush Pass Retn 1 0 1 0 5 0 5 0 6 0 6 0 12 0 12 0
PAT 2PAT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
FG Total Avg/G 0 6 0.5 0 30 2.3 0 36 2.8 0 72 1.8
Tackles 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
UA 8 6 7 21
Yds 1 1 0 2
FF 0 0 1 1
G 13 13 13 39
A Total 6 14 1 7 1 8 8 29
MAEHL’S CAREER BESTS Most Carries Longest Rush Most Rushing Yards Most Receptions Longest Reception Most Receiving Yards Most Receiving TDs Most All-Purpose Yards Most Tackles
3 18 30 12 73 138 2 138 3
TFL 1.0 0.5 0.0 1.5
IR Total Avg/G 0 152 11.7 0 502 38.6 0 694 53.4 0 1348 34.6
PD 0 0 0 0
three times vs. South Florida at Arizona State at Arizona vs. Oregon State vs. Oregon State at Arizona vs. Oregon State twice
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •3rd Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications) •All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches) •Team Impact Player (Cargill Award)
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
12-31-07 10-25-08 11-21-09 12-3-09 12-3-09 11-21-09 12-3-09
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Alejandro Maldonado
Derrick Malone, Jr.
•No. 7 prep kicker in the nation according to Scout. com
•Awarded three stars from Rivals.com, Scout.com and ESPN.com
41 | kicker freshman | 5-11 | 185 Colton, Calif. Colton High School
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22 | defensive back/linebacker freshman | 6-2 | 186 Colton, Calif. Colton High School
PERSONAL — Born Derrick Ennis Malone, Jr. on June 4, 1992 in San Bernardino, Calif. Parents: Derrick Malone, Sr. and Candice Allen. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Colton (Harold Strauss), 2010. Intended Major: Business.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
BEFORE OREGON — Kicked and punted for head coach Harold Strauss at Colton High School of the San Andreas League (Southern Section, South 1 Division) • First-team all-league punter and kicker as a senior • All-CIF Southern Section first-team kicker • All-San Bernardino County All-Star according to the Press Enterprise • Kohl’s Kicking School All-American • Crowned champion of the Las Vegas Regional Kicking Competition • Team captain and special teams MVP • Had 24 punts for 997 yards (41.54 avg.) with 20 inside the 20 • Converted 70 kickoffs into 60 touchbacks, including 37 out of the endzone • Hit on 8-of-12 field goals and connected on all 53 PAT attempts for 77 total points in his final prep season • As a junior, named first-team all-league punter and kicker and was named top kicker in Southern California • Had 23 punts for 903 yards (39.26 avg.) with a long of 70 yards • Had 13 punts inside the 20 • Took 53 kickoffs with 36 touchbacks and converted 10 FG and 32 PAT for 62 points • A prep teammate on the Yellowjackets with fellow 2010 recruit Derrick Malone • A three-star recruit by Scout.com and the No. 7 kicker in the nation • Rated a two-star recruit and the No. 24 kicker by Rivals.com • Garnered two-stars and ranked as the No. 30 kicker by ESPN.com.
BEFORE OREGON — Played both defensive back and running back for head coach Harold Strauss at Colton High School of the San Andreas League (Southern Section, South 1 Division) • Helped lead the Jackrabbits to a 10-2 overall record in his senior season before falling to Rancho Cucamonga in the playoffs • Had 44 tackles, two interceptions, 17 pass deflections and three fumble recoveries on defense in addition to rushing for 1501 yards on 137 carries (10.96 avg.) and 19 touchdowns • One of two 1,400+ yard rushers on his team in 2009-10 • As a junior in 2008-09, rushed for 1,063 yards on 136 carries and 11 scores on offense while racking up 41 tackles, two interceptions, 11 pass deflections and four fumble recoveries on defense • As a sophomore, had 44 tackles, one interception, four pass deflections and one fumble recovery while playing mostly on defense only • A prep teammate on the Yellowjackets with fellow 2010 recruit Alejandro Maldonado • Also ran track in high school, posting times of 10.9 in the 100m, 22.0 in the 200m and 49.0 in the 400m • Rated a three-star recruit and No. 41 safety in the country by Scout.com • A three-star and No. 40 safety by Rivals.com • A three-star prospect according to ESPN.com.
Dior Mathis
6 | defensive back freshman | 5-9 | 180 Detroit, Mich. Cass Technical High School •Enrolled early and participated in spring practice PERSONAL — Born Dior Montel Mathis on March 1, 1992. Parents: Mecah and Pam Mathis. High School (Coach): Cass Technical (Thomas Wilcher) 2010. PreJournalism. 2010 — Made one tackle in Spring Game for the victorious White team • Won the “Football 60” exhibition race at the Oregon Twilight track meet, covering 60 meters in 6.87 seconds to defeat four gridiron teammates • Enrolled early in order to participate in spring practice. HIGH SCHOOL — Played defensive back and wide receiver for head coach Thomas Wilcher at Cass Tech High School of the Detroit Public 1 League • Helped the Technicians to a 6-4 overall record in his senior season • A PrepStar Magazine All-American • Tallied 15 touchdowns and eight interceptions while starting on both sides of the ball as a junior • Recorded times of 10.4 in the 100-meters while competing with the Cass Tech track team • Ran the third fastest qualifying time in the state in Division One during the spring of 2009, clocking in at 10.71 en route to winning the regional championship • State indoor champion in the 60 meters where he ran a qualifying time of 6.88 • The last defensive back from the Midwest to sign with the Ducks was Jairus Byrd out of Clayton, Mo. in 2005 • A four-star recruit and the No. 17 cornerback in the nation according to Scout.com • Rated a four-star recruit and No. 12 cornerback in the nation by Rivals.com • A four-star prospect and the No. 9 corner in the country by ESPN.com.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Alejandro Maldonado on Aug. 12, 1991 in San Bernardino, Calif. Parents: Franciso Cardenas and Gabriela Flores. High School (Coach): Colton (Harold Strauss), 2010. Intended Major: Sports Marketing.
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Casey Matthews
55 | linebacker senior | 6-2 | 235 Agoura Hills, Calif. Oaks Christian High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
•On the watch lists for the Lott Trophy and Lombardi Award PERSONAL — Born Casey Christopher Matthews on Jan. 16, 1989 in Northridge, Calif. Parents: Clay and Leslie Matthews. Family: Three brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Oaks Christian (Bill Redell), 2007. Major: Sociology. Note: Father, Clay, was a 19-year NFL veteran and USC All-American. 2010 — On the watch lists for the Lott Trophy and Lombardi Award • Preseason all-Pac-10 second team according to Phil Steele Publications • Ranked No. 63 in Rivals.com Top 100 Players Countdown • Made the team’s biggest advance in the vertical jump during winter workouts, posting a 5.5-inch improvement to pace all linebackers with a best of 33 inches. 2009 — One of Oregon’s leading tacklers tied for the Pac-10 lead in stops following the first three games before a balanced effort led to three different players sharing team’s top honors over the next three games • Finishing the season tied as the Ducks’ second-leading tackler (81), the Pac-10’s second-team all-conference pick shared runner-up honors with seven tackles vs. USC after leading the team in stops in each of its first two games vs. Boise State and Purdue • Tallied a career single-game best 12 tackles (seven unassisted) against Purdue and shared team lead with eight tackles vs. Arizona State • Posted double-digit stops in each of his first two games of the year before completing the year with nine stops in the finale against Ohio State • Secured his first interception as a collegian against the Boilermakers, which led to a first-quarter field goal • Credited with six tackles at UCLA, including 1.5 quarterback sacks, as well as six stops vs. Oregon State. 2008 — Oregon’s sixth-leading tackler became a fixture in the starting lineup from the seventh game on • Part of the Pac-10’s top team in terms of tackles for loss, ranking third on the Ducks with 13.0 for 44 yards • Credited with a careerhigh nine tackles on three occasions: at Cal, vs. Stanford and vs. Oklahoma State • Made eight stops at USC, including 2.5 TFLs and a sack • All six of his tackles at Purdue were of the solo variety • Recorded at least one tackle in 12 of 13 appearances. 2007 — The true freshman played in the first 11 games and earned a start at Arizona before a shoulder injury prevented him from appearing in either the Civil War or the Sun Bowl • Recorded 11 of his 18 tackles unassisted, including four stops against the Wildcats and three vs. both Fresno State and Arizona State • Also posted two tackles for loss in the win over the Sun Devils • Participated in 62 plays at Arizona after taking part in 53 snaps the previous week against Arizona State. HIGH SCHOOL — The three-star honoree was ranked among the top 10 linebackers in California by SuperPrep as well as among the best 25 at his position in the country by Scout.com • Garnered Best in the West honorable mention acclaim by the Long Beach Press-Telegram after assisting the Lions to sixth in the final USA Today national rankings • The two-time all-Tri Valley League selection also was named defensive player of the year and all-county his junior and senior seasons while leading the team in tackles both years • Was credited with 158 tackles and two interceptions in 2006 in addition to 10 quarterback sacks for the CIF Division III state champions, who posted a 15-0 ledger • Added 132 tackles and four picks as a junior.
MATTHEWS’ CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total TFL 2007 11 11 7 18 4.0 2008 13 35 32 67 13.0 2009 13 40 41 81 4.5 TOTAL 37 86 80 166 21.5 Sacks 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G 11 13 13 37
Interceptions 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
UA 1 2 2 5 G 11 13 13 37
A Total 0 1.0 0 2.0 2 3.0 2 6.0 No. 0 0 1 1
Yds 0 0 10 10
MATTHEWS’ CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 12 Most Tackles for Loss 2.5 Most Sacks 1.5 Most Interceptions 1 Most Pass Breakups 1
Yds 5 44 25 74
PD 0 2 6 8
FF 0 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Yds 1 10 22 33 TD 0 0 0 0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0 10 10.0 0.8 10 10.0 0.3
vs. Purdue at USC at UCLA vs. Purdue seven times
9-12-09 10-4-08 10-10-09 9-12-09
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •2nd Team All-Pac-10 (Pac-10 Coaches, Phil Steele Publications)
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Terrance Mitchell
Nick Musgrove
•Enrolled early and participated in spring practice
•Member of the scout team in 2009
27 | defensive back freshman | 6-0 | 183 Sacramento, Calif. Luther Burbank High School
62 | defensive line redshirt junior | 6-2 | 228 Eugene, Ore. Churchill High School
PERSONAL — Born Nicholas Paul Musgrove on July 16, 1989 in Eugene, Ore. Parents: Mark and Diane Musgrove. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Winston Churchill (Darrell Mehl) 2007. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2009.
2010 — In line to battle for a starting spot as a true freshman after a stellar spring • Returned an interception 46 yards for a touchdown and made five tackles for the victorious White team in the Spring Game • Enrolled early in order to participate in spring practice.
2010 — Switched from linebacker to defensive line during the offseason • Concluded winter workouts sharing top honors among defensive linemen with a 330-lb. clean • Led all players at his position with a time of 4.03 in the shuttle run.
HIGH SCHOOL — Played for head coach John Heffernan at Burbank High School of the Metropolitan League (Sac-Joaquin Section, North 1 Division) • Earned Metro League Offensive MVP honors in 2009 • First-team all-City cornerback • CalHiSports.com All-State Football first team at defensive back • First-team All-Metro cornerback in 2008 • 2008 Sacramento Bee All-Metro honorable mention • Had 2,360 all-purpose yards on 106 rushing attempts and 48 catches in his senior season • Scored 24 touchdowns while on offense • On defense, had six interceptions, a forced fumble and one blocked field goal • As a junior in 2008, had 38 tackles, two interceptions for touchdowns, a forced fumble and 10 pass breakups • Also played basketball where he was first-team all-Metro League as a sophomore and junior • Rated a three-star recruit and No. 31 cornerback in the nation by Scout.com • A three-star prospect and No. 33 cornerback in the country according to Rivals.com • A three-star and No. 51 corner by ESPN.com.
2009 — Invited to participate in spring practices as a walk-on • Credited with one tackle in the Spring Game. HIGH SCHOOL — Earned six letters at Churchill HS, including three in lacrosse, two in swimming and one in football.
Jeff Palmer
59 | long snapper redshirt sophomore | 5-10 | 199 Dana Point, Calif. Santa Margarita High School •Appeared in all 13 games in 2009
90 | wide receiver redshirt sophomore | 6-2 | 176 Albany, Ore. West Albany High School
PERSONAL — Born Jeffrey Peter Palmer on May 2, 1989 in Pasadena, Calif. Parents: Richard and Ann Palmer. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Santa Margarita (Mike Jacot) 2008. Major: Psychology. Redshirt: 2008.
•Emerged among the two-deep at receiver following spring practice
2009 — Filled the role as team’s snapper for placements in all 13 games, including 12 plays vs. Washington State.
PERSONAL — Born William L. Murphy on May 15, 1990 in Albany, Ore. Parents: Mark and Kristi Murphy. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): West Albany (Randy Nyquist). Major: Pre-Business. Note: Father Mark played baseball at Oregon and brother Andrew played football at UO. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — Made one catch for 11 yards for the Green team in the Spring Game • Shared top honors among team’s wide receivers during winter workouts with a 31-inch vertical jump • Clocked at 4.82 in the electronic 40-yard dash, tying for third at his position. 2009 — The second-year walk-on made two catches for 42 yards in the ‘09 Spring Game, including a 33-yarder for the victorious Green squad. 2008 — Worked as a member of the scout team during redshirt year. HIGH SCHOOL — Earned three letters each in football, basketball and baseball at West Albany High School of the Mid-Willamette Conference • Earned first-team all-conference and first-team all-state honors for football in 2007 as a wide receiver and cornerback • Took home the 5A State Championship in football his senior season.
2010 — Enters the season as team’s most experienced snapper.
2008 — Was a member of the travel squad during his redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — A four-year letterwinner in football • Team was a Pac-5 semifinalist in 2007 • Intercepted Mater Dei HS QB Matt Barkley in a HS win.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Terrance Mitchell II on May 17, 1992 in Sacramento, Calif. Parents: Terrance and Kepta Mitchell. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Luther Burbank (John Heffernan) 2010. Major: Undeclared.
Will Murphy
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Avery Patterson
David Paulson
•Emerged from spring practice among the twodeep at cornerback
•All but one of his 12 catches in 2009 resulted in a first down
31 | defensive back redshirt freshman | 5-10 | 180 Pittsburg, Calif. Pittsburg High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
42 | tight end redshirt junior | 6-4 | 241 Auburn, Wash. Riverside High School
PERSONAL — Born Avery K. Patterson on March 21, 1991 in Oakland, Calif. Parents: Leon and America Patterson. Family: One sister. High School (Coach) Pittsburg (Victor Galli), 2009. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009.
PERSONAL — Born David Joshua Paulson on Feb. 22, 1989 in Renton, Wash. Parents: Scott and Kristi Paulson. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Riverside (Andrew Sage), 2007. Major: Business Administration. Redshirt: 2007.
2010 — Started and made one tackle for the Green team in the Spring Game.
2010 — Shared honors as team’s fastest tight end during winter workouts, recording an electronic time of 4.89 in the 40-yard dash • Was position’s coleader with a 297-lb. clean, in addition to leading all tight ends with a 28.5-inch vertical leap.
2009 — Redshirted his first collegiate season while recovering from injury. HIGH SCHOOL — Rated the No. 47 player at his position by Rivals.com with a 4.7 out of 6.1 rating • A two-sport star, lettered four times in both football and track • Second-team all-state, first-team Contra Costa Times and first-team all-East Bay as both a defensive back and running back under coach Victor Galli • Helped lead the Pirates to a 11-2 record as a senior carrying the ball 20 times for 205 yards and two touchdowns while recording 44 total tackles and two interceptions • Carried the ball 55 times for 315 yards and three touchdowns and had six catches out of the backfield for 58 yards on offense with 31 total tackles defensively as a junior • Amassed 73 carries for 394 yards and two touchdowns while being credited with 30 tackles and five pass deflections as a sophomore • Under track coach Phil Webb, ran the 100, 200 and 400 meters, 300 hurdles, 4x400 relay and the 4x100 relay • Tallied career bests of 10.71 and 21.78 seconds at 100 and 200 meters, respectively • Helped Pittsburg HS to a NCS runner-up finish in 2008, while becoming the 300 hurdles champion as a junior.
2009 — Emerged as a dependable option coming off the bench and one of the Ducks’ most improved contributors, both as a receiver as well as from the line of scrimmage • Added a personal single-game high three catches for 20 yards vs. Washington State • Yet few catches may have been any bigger than his lone grab (10 yards) at UCLA • Latched onto the football near the Oregon sidelines to keep a drive alive that resulted in an Oregon touchdown drive • In fact the season was epitomized by his big grabs as 11 of his 12 receptions resulted in first downs, while 11 catches contributed to Oregon scoring drives • His seasonbest 59 receiving yards at Washington included a 32-yard first-down catch on 3rd-and-25 from the UO 48-yard line • Also made the deciding block downfield on LaMichael James’ 56-yard TD run against the Huskies • Recorded one reception for 27 yards - the longest passing play of the game - in first career start at Boise State, before returning the following week to add one catch for 11 yards vs. Purdue • Totaled 12 catches for 185 yards for a team-best 15.4-yard average • After catching passes in eight of his team’s first nine games, was held without a reception for a two-game stretch before latching onto a 10-yard catch in the regular-season finale vs. Oregon State • Selected as a Pac-10 Conference firstteam academic all-league choice with a 3.68 GPA in business administration. 2008 — Saw his first game action as a collegian in win over Utah State. 2007 — Made the most of his redshirt season, earning scout team player of the week honors for his work leading up to wins vs. Houston, at Stanford and vs. Washington State. HIGH SCHOOL — Considered among the top prospects in the state as evidenced by his No. 4 selection on the Tacoma News Tribune’s Northwest Nuggets list • Also ranked 16th on SuperPrep’s Northwest Hot 100 ledger • The first-team 3A all-state linebacker (Associated Press) was tabbed as one of the nation’s top 50 tight ends after hauling in 18 catches for 182 yards his senior season • Played QB for the Ravens in his senior season • Still attracted SPSL 3A league defensive back of the year acclaim as well as second-team all-conference attention at quarterback • Received pre-season All-America attention by SuperPrep prior to his final prep campaign after catching 35 passes for 375 yards and seven touchdowns in 2005 as the second-team all-state tight end. PAULSON’S CAREER STATISTICS Receiving G Rec Yds 2008 1 0 0 2009 13 12 185 TOTAL 14 12 185 PAULSON’S CAREER BESTS Most Receptions 3 Longest Reception 32 Most Receiving Yards 59
TD 0 0 0
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 32 0.9 15.4 14.2 32 0.9 15.4 13.2
vs. Washington State at Washington at Washington
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009
•1st Team Pac-10 Academic All-Conference
10-3-09 10-24-09 10-24-09
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Spencer Paysinger 35 | linebacker redshirt senior | 6-3 | 231 Beverly Hills, Calif. Beverly Hills High School
•25 career starts tops among returners on defense •Preseason 2nd Team All-Pac-10
2010 — Pre-season all-Pac-10 second team choice by Phil Steele Publications • Team’s third-strongest player in terms of total weight lifted, putting up 1,182 lbs. in the clean, squat and bench lifts • Clocked as the fastest linebacker during winter testing, completing 40-yard dash in 4.81 • Had a team-best 352-lb. power clean in addition to pacing his position with a 480-lb. squat. 2009 — Finished the year tied as the team’s second-leading tackler (81), pacing the Ducks with a season-high 10 tackles (7 unassisted) against Utah, in addition to breaking up two passes, to be named team’s defensive player-of-the-game • Also shared team lead with eight stops vs. both Arizona State and Arizona • Included was a TFL and seven solo tackles in Tucson • Recorded a tackle for loss and recovered one fumble in the season opener at Boise State • Credited with nine tackles at Stanford, in addition to recovering one fumble and breaking up one pass, and recorded 1.5 TFLs among his nine stops in the Rose Bowl loss vs. Ohio State • Posted TFLs in consecutive appearances vs. Washington and USC • Four tackles vs. California included one TFL, before adding four more stops against Washington State • Also broke up two passes at UCLA. 2008 — Won the “Will” linebacker spot during fall camp and proceeded to start all 13 games • Named second team All-Pac-10 by Rivlas.com • Team’s secondleading tackler ranked fourth on the squad in tackles for loss with 12.0 for 25 yards • Tied for third on the team with two interceptions and fourth in pass break ups with six • Totaled seven of his TFLs in UO’s final four games – all wins – including 3.0 vs. Oklahoma State in the Holiday Bowl • Returned an interception 70 yards for his first career touchdown at Oregon State • Reached double-digit tackles three times, including a career-high 12 vs. both Washington and Arizona • Paced the team in tackles the first three games, wins over the Huskies, Utah State and at Purdue • Finished with 10 tackles vs. Boise State • Posted 2.5 tackles for loss, including his first career sack, and broke up a pass in his starting debut against UW • Picked off his first career interception at Cal • Awarded a game ball as the team’s defensive player of the game following wins over the Huskies and Aggies • Equaled the top squat best among Ducks’ linebackers (445 lbs.) at 2008 winter testing, and credited with position’s best power clean mark (319 lbs.). 2007 — Took the field in all 13 games • A key contributor on special teams, added depth to a linebacker corps that saw its share of injuries • Three of his four tackles were unassisted, including a pair in the Sun Bowl vs. South Florida • Averaged 11.7 plays per game. 2006 — Bestowed Ducks’ scout team player of the week accolades on defense or special teams on six occasions during his redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — Credited with a team-high 54 catches for an Ocean Leagueleading 1,093 yards (20.2 avg.) and 10 touchdowns as a senior • Included was a season-high seven catches for 112 yards in the 2005 opener vs. Diamond Bar while accumulating 128 receiving yards vs. Atascadero • Also nabbed a pair of interceptions on defense to go along with his 87 tackles (53 unassisted) as the Normans’ third-leading tackler added 2.5 quarterback sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery • Contributed a season-best 12 tackles against Torrance as the 2005 conference champions wound up going unbeaten through the regular season (9-1-2) • Capped prep career by earning first-team all-CIF Division IV as well as unanimous league MVP honors.
Sacks 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
G 13 13 13 39
Interceptions 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
UA 0 2 1 3 G 13 13 13 39
A Total 0 0.0 0 2.0 1 1.5 1 3.5 No. 0 2 0 2
Yds 0 70 0 70
PAYSINGER’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 12 Most Tackles for Loss 3.0 Most Sacks 1.0 Most Fumble Recoveries 1 Most Interceptions 1 Longest INT Return 70 Most Pass Breakups 2
Yds 0 25 16 41
PD 0 8 7 15
FF 0 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 0
Yds 0 8 3 11 TD 0 1 0 1
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Spencer Colin Christopher Paysinger on June 28, 1988 in Los Angeles. Parents: Donald and Autumn Paysinger. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Beverly Hills (Carter Paysinger), 2006. Major: Counseling and Educational Psychology. Redshirt: 2006.
PAYSINGER’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total TFL 2007 13 3 1 4 0.0 2008 13 45 50 95 12.0 2009 13 45 36 81 8.0 TOTAL 39 93 87 180 20.0
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 70 35.0 5.4 0 0.0 0.0 70 35.0 1.8
two times vs. Oklahoma State three times two times two times at Oregon State four times
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches) 2008 •2nd Team All-Pac-10 (Rivals.com)
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11-29-08
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Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Chad Peppars
Eddie Pleasant
•One of three redshirt seniors among the defensive backfield
•Moved from linebacker to safety during the spring
PERSONAL — Born Chad Cameron Peppars on Aug. 28, 1988 in Chicago, Ill. Parents: Gordon and Julie Peppars. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Loyola (Jeff Kearin), 2006. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2006. Note: Chad’s father Gordon was an All-American track star at UCLA as a member of the 1972 and 1973 National Champions. The ‘72 title was secured at Hayward Field.
PERSONAL — Born Edward Joseph Pleasant on Dec. 17, 1988 in Compton, Calif. Parents: Ed Pleasant and Janice Starks. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Kennedy (Mitch Olson), 2007. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2007.
PLAYER PROFILES
7 | defensive back redshirt senior | 5-10 | 189 Los Angeles, Calif. Loyola High School
11 | defensive back redshirt junior | 5-11 | 213 La Palma, Calif. Kennedy High School
2010 — Posted the second-highest vertical leap among defensive backs at 34.5 inches during winter workouts. 2009 — A reserve corner in his junior season • Played season-high 29 snaps at Washington • Accumulated three tackles and two pass break-ups in seven games played • Was the fastest defensive back in the electronic 40-yard dash during winter testing, clocking 4.73. 2008 — Ruled ineligible for the season prior to the start of fall camp • Rejoined squad at the beginning of fall term. 2007 — Made five appearances with first tackle as a collegian coming in the season-opener vs. Houston • Saw the field for 13 plays at Stanford and nine vs. Fresno State. 2006 — Spent his redshirt year grasping the intricacies as a full-time defender at the Division I level. HIGH SCHOOL — Team’s rushing leader and first-team all-Serra League tailback accumulated 1,093 yards in addition to hauling in 21 receptions for 207 yards • Included in his totals were season highs of 145 yards on the ground against both Santa Margarita and Servite • The Cubs’ third-leading scorer combined to provide 78 points, including three touchdowns vs. La Quinta, as he helped lead his team to the CIF Division I title • Developed a reputation as one of state’s top cover cornerbacks for a program that ranked 17th in the state. PEPPARS’ CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2007 5 0 1 1 2009 7 1 2 3 TOTAL 12 1 3 4 PEPPARS’ CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 2 Most Pass Breakups 1
TFL 0.0 0.0 0.0
Yds 0 0 0
at Washington two times
PD 0 2 2
FF 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 10-24-09
2010 — Made a seamless transition from linebacker to safety during the spring • Led all defensive backs during winter workouts with a 455-lb. squat • Clocked as the second fastest DB in the electronic 40-yard dash at 4.74. 2009 — Credited with a career-high nine tackles and recovered a fumble at Boise State, before adding six stops (five unassisted) against Washington • Contributed six stops at Arizona - all unassisted - including two quarterback sacks for losses of nine yards • The 11-game starter picked off his first collegiate interception vs. Utah, returning it 17 yards • Team’s sixth-leading tackler (54) added four stops opposing Washington State and shared the Pac-10 lead with three fumble recoveries • His forced turnover resulted in team’s lone offensive touchdown in win at UCLA • Ranked second on the team with 4.5 QB sacks (t13th in the Pac-10), and third with 8.0 TFLs • Played less than full strength at Stanford, yet still credited with five stops in a reserve role • Added one pass breakup and two quarterback hurries to his six tackles vs. Arizona State • String of consecutive games credited with at least one TFL snapped at three appearances, including a quarterback sack against the Cardinal. 2008 — Top reserve linebacker was also a key contributor on special teams, making five of his 16 tackles on kickoffs and one on punt coverage • Averaged more than 32 plays per game over his 12 appearances • Made a season-high four stops (three solo) and broke up two passes vs. UCLA • Also had multiple tackles vs. Washington, Utah State and Stanford, and at Arizona State • Forced a fumble on the opening kickoff in the win over the Cardinal • Clocked as the program’s fastest linebacker (4.72 electronic 40) while equaling the position’s top squat (445 lbs.), its second-best power clean (297 lbs.) and second-best bench press (355 lbs). 2007 — Very impressive first year in the program, earning scout team weekly honors leading up to wins at Stanford (defense) and vs. Washington State (offense) • Provided emergency depth and quality reps at running back when the position became depleted with injuries. HIGH SCHOOL — A three-star prospect according to both Rivals.com and Scout.com, he received all-Orange Country player of the year, all-state and defensive player of the year accolades • Finished 2006 second in the Empire League in scoring (122 points) and third in rushing (1,356 yards), tallying 18 of his touchdowns on the ground in addition to catching 20 passes for 247 yards and two more scores • Rushed for 100 yards or more in six of 11 games, including 218 and 205 yards in consecutive appearances vs. Savanna and Canyon • Scored all four TDs in a season-ending Southern Section playoff win over Anaheim (29-10) • Defensively, tallied 57 tackles, 1.5 quarterback sacks, one interception and one blocked field goal as a prep senior, including 13 tackles vs. Downey, for the 10-4 Fighting Irish • Coached by former Oregon linebacker Garrett Sabol (1997-2000). PLEASANT’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total TFL 2008 12 12 4 16 0.0 2009 13 37 17 54 8.0 TOTAL 25 49 21 70 8.0
Yds 0 29 29
PD 2 5 7
FF 1 0 1
FR Blkd 0 0 3 0 3 0
Football Sacks G 2008 12 2009 13 TOTAL 25
UA 0 4 4
Interceptions G 2008 12 2009 13 TOTAL 25
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS A Total 0 0.0 1 4.5 1 4.5 No. 0 1 1
Yds 0 17 17
65 | defensive line junior | 6-4 | 262 Queen Creek, Ariz. Phoenix College | Valley Christian HS
Lg Avg/R Avg/G 0 0.0 0.0 17 17.0 1.3 17 17.0 0.7
at Boise State at Arizona at Arizona vs. Stanford three times vs. Utah vs. UCLA
•Original UO recruit arrived from JC ahead of spring practice 9-3-09 11-21-09 11-21-09 11-8-08 9-19-09 10-11-08
Andres Reed
32 | running back redshirt junior | 6-0 | 218 Medford, Ore. College of Siskiyous | South Medford HS •Member of the scout team in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Andres David Reed on January 27, 1985 in Medford, Ore. Wife: Hameet. Parents: Shane and Amber Reed. Family: Five brothers, five sisters. High School (Coach) South Medford (Bill Singler), 2003. Junior College (Coach) College of the Siskiyous (Eric Young), 2006. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Led the victorious White team with 55 rushing yards on five carries in the Spring Game • The Ducks’ strongest running back paced all players at his position with a 425-lb. squat and 375-lb. bench press, as well as shared top honors among running backs with a 297-lb. clean during winter workouts. 2009 — Participated on the scout team during his redshirt year after joining the team in September. BEFORE OREGON — A team captain and academic scholar award winner for the Eagles during his time at the College of the Siskiyous • A three-sport letterman in high school (football, track and basketball • Played both running back and linebacker for South Medford for four years while competing in the 200 meters and 400-meter relay • Helped the Panthers to the 2003 SOC championship.
PERSONAL — Born Isaac Joseph Remington on June 16, 1989 in Phoenix, Ariz. Parents: James and Claudia Remington. Family: Two brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Valley Christian (Bill Morgan) 2007. Major: Sociology. 2010 — Benefitted from enrolling at Oregon for winter term and took part in spring drills. BEFORE OREGON — Played for head coach Land Jacobsen at Phoenix College, where he was named second-team all-ACCAC and second-team all-WSFL in 2009 • Had 16 tackles and seven sacks in a season cut short by injury • Attended Valley Christian High School in Chandler, Ariz • VCHS went 12-0 in his senior season (2006) before falling to Thatcher HS in the state championship game • As a senior, Remington and the VCHS defense limited opponents to just 164 points and held seven teams to 10 points or less • Credited with two blocked punts and one interception • Earned D-line MVP honors at Oregon’s football camp in summer of 2006 • Originally offered by the Ducks out of HS • Two-time all-state defensive end his final two prep seasons.
PLAYER PROFILES
PLEASANT’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 9 Most Tackles for Loss 2.0 Most Sacks 2.0 Most Forced Fumbles 1 Most Fumble Recoveries 1 Most Interceptions 1 Most Pass Breakups 2
Isaac Remington
Yds 0 20 20 TD 0 0 0
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Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
Jackson Rice
Kenny Rowe
•One of three true freshmen to play for the Ducks in 2009
•On the watch lists for the Lott Trophy, Lombardi Award and Nagurski Trophy
PERSONAL — Born Jackson Timothy Rice in Santa Clara, Calif. Parents: Mike Rice and Amy Huddlestone. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Campolindo (Kevin Macy) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Notable: Father, Mike, was an NFL punter with the New York Jets.
PERSONAL — Born Kenneth Lealand Rowe on April 22, 1989 in Los Angeles. Parents: Alfred and Sabrina Rowe. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Polytechnic (Raul Lara), 2007. Major: Political Science.
58 | defensive line senior | 6-3 | 232 Long Beach, Calif. Long Beach Polytechnic High School
PLAYER PROFILES
49 | punter sophomore | 6-3 | 220 Moraga, Calif. Campolindo High School
2010 — The team’s only punter heading into fall camp • Punted four times in the Spring Game with a long of 50 yards. 2009 — Averaged 43.1 yards per punt through the month of October and enjoyed a single-game best (in games with more than one punt) 45.2-yard average on six kicks at Washington • As an ultimate tribute to Oregon’s offense as well as himself, booted his lone attempt 53 yards vs. USC • Enjoyed one of the most efficient games of his young career, averaging 43.2 yards on four punts vs. Ohio State in the Rose Bowl, allowing only one return yard and placing three balls inside the 20-yard line • Included was a 55-yard boot which landed on the Buckeyes’ 2-yard line • Also averaged 41.0 yards on a trio of punts vs. Washington State, placing his three boots at the 17, 5 and 1-yard lines while allowing no return yards • Booted five punts for a 44.8-yard average at Stanford, including one kick inside the 20-yard line, while allowing only 19 yards of returns • Averaged 40.5 yards per kick on the year, placing 23 of his 61 punts inside the 20-yard line • Also forced opposition to make 12 fair catches • Had a stellar collegiate debut, averaging 43.9 yards on seven punts, including a long of 54 yards at Boise State, to earn his first of two team player-of-the-week honors on special teams • Ranked eighth in the Pac-10, booting a season-long 60-yard effort at Washington. HIGH SCHOOL — 2009 U.S. Army All-American • A Tacoma News Tribune Northwest 100 selection (both as an athlete and punter) • 2008-09 HS Maxwell Award Winner for best punter in 2009 class • Rated the No. 1 punter in the nation by Scout.com, No. 2 punter by Rivals.com and ESPN.com • Played for head coach Kevin Macy at Campolindo HS of the Diablo Foothill League • Averaged 47.6 yards per punt in his senior season • A first-team all-Contra Costa County selection • Named one of the top-20 players in the Bay Area (No. 7) in The Contra Costa Times ‘Cream of the Crop’ - the first selection from Campolindo since 1999 • Rated as the No. 17 kicker overall by Rivals.com • A three-star recruit by Scout.com and a two-star according to Rivals.com • A Chris Sailer Top-12 Selection • Team lost in the second round of the California North Coast Section playoffs. RICE’S CAREER STATISTICS Punting G No. Yds Avg 2009 13 61 2472 40.5 RICE’S CAREER BESTS Most Punts Most Punting Yards Highest Average Longest Punt Most Punts Over 50 Yards Most Punts Inside 20
7 307 53.0 60 3 3
Lg 60
TB 1
three times at Boise State vs. USC at Washington at Washington three times
FC 12
I20 Blkd 23 1
9-3-09 10-31-09 10-24-09 10-24-09
2010 — On the watch lists for the Ted Hendricks Award (top defensive end), Chuck Bednarik Award (top defensive player), Lott Trophy (defensive IMPACT player), Lombardi Award (outstanding lineman or linebacker) and Bronco Nagurski Trophy (nation’s top defensive player) • Preseason All-Pac-10 second team selection by Phil Steele Publications • Ranked No. 83 in Rivals.com Top 100 Players Countdown. 2009 — The honorable mention all-Pac-10 choice led the conference (tied for 9th nationally) with 11.5 quarterback sacks as well as a team-high 15.0 tackles for loss (t3rd in Pac-10) • Oregon’s second-leading tackler among down linemen posted 43 tackles, equalling a career high with seven tackles in the postseason vs. Ohio State • Equalled a Rose Bowl record with a trio of quarterback sacks against the Buckeyes en route to the contest’s defensive MVP award • Also recorded seven tackles at UCLA while adding six stops at Boise State and vs. Arizona State • Included were two QB sacks vs. the Broncos, the Bruins and California, as well as 1.5 takedowns against Oregon State • Forced fumbles against Utah, the Golden Bears and UCLA (tying for 8th in the Pac-10), in addition to breaking up passes against Cal and UCLA • Returned a fumble 18 yards against Washington and added two pass breakups. 2008 — Continued his role as one of Oregon’s top reserves in passing situations, posting 10 tackles • Career-high three tackles – all unassisted – in the season opener vs. Washington • Had tackles in seven of his 13 appearances • Forced a fumble at Washington State and broke up passes vs. UCLA and Arizona • Saw the field for a career-best 41 plays at Arizona State and 38 plays at WSU • Returned to the defensive line after spending spring practices at linebacker. 2007 — Made the most of his opportunity as a pass-rush specialist, converting six of his eight takedowns into tackles for loss • Included were five quarterback sacks for a loss of 33 yards, as well as a forced fumble at Arizona • Credited with tackles in six of his 13 appearances, including two TFLs at Michigan and two tackles, including a sack, vs. South Florida in the Sun Bowl • Registered 30 snaps at Arizona, as well as 28 at Washington, and was a key component in substitution packages defending the pass. HIGH SCHOOL — The SuperPrep All-American was voted to the Long Beach Press-Telegram’s Best in the West first team after emerging as one of the best defensive end prospects in the country • The four-star recipient (Rivals. com, Scout.com) was ranked as one of the top 20 prep prospects in California and among the best 25 defensive linemen in the country by SuperPrep • The pass-rushing specialist posted 31 quarterback sacks in three seasons for the Jackrabbits, including three QB takedowns on three separate occasions in 2006 • Packaged 17 quarterback sacks among his 99 tackles as a senior, in addition to adding one fumble recovery and two blocked punts (one for a TD) • Contributed 13 tackles vs. both Pittsburg and Millikin for the Moore League champions, who were ranked fourth in the state by USA Today • Also aided the school by securing eight receptions for 145 yards and two scores. ROWE’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2007 13 6 2 8 2008 13 9 1 10 2009 13 25 18 43 TOTAL 39 40 21 61
TFL 6.0 0.0 15.0 21.0
Sacks 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
Yds 33 0 63 96
G 13 13 13 39
UA 5 0 10 15
A Total 0 5.0 0 0.0 3 11.5 3 16.5
Yds 39 0 69 108
PD 0 2 4 6
FF 1 1 3 5
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
ROWE’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles Most Tackles for Loss Most Sacks Most Forced Fumbles Most Fumble Recoveries Most Pass Breakups
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Clint Sager 7 4.0 3.0 1 1 2
two times vs. Ohio State vs. Ohio State five times at Washington at Washington
1-1-10 1-1-10 10-24-09 10-24-09
Nick Rowland
•Member of the scout team in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Clinton David Sager on Oct. 18, 1990 in Hermiston, Ore. Parents: Kirk and Joni Sager. Family: Two brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Hidden Valley (Jim Figoni) 2009. Major: Human Physiology. Redshirt: 2009.
72 | offensive line freshman | 6-5 | 325 Peoria, Ariz. Centennial High School
2010 — Posted the top squat among tight ends with a lift of 435 lbs. during winter testing.
•USA Junior Football Team
HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered four years in football, three in baseball and wrestling at Hidden Valley HS of the Oregon 4A Skyline Conference • Earned four first-team all-conference awards • A Second-team all-state linebacker and honorable mention all-state tight end for the Mustangs and head coach Jim Figoni.
PERSONAL — Born Nicholas Alexander Rowland on Jan. 30, 1992 in Phoenix, Ariz. Parents: Jim Dixon and Jeannie Harrison. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Centennial (Dick Taylor), 2010. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Played offensive and defensive line for head coach Richard Taylor at Centennial High School of the 5A Desert West League • Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 selection • Tacoma News Tribune called him “the West’s top prospect at offensive line” • A PrepStar Magazine All-American • USA Junior Football Team selection • Arizona Republic All-State Team – 2009 • Arizona Football Coaches Association All-State Team – 2009 • Named first-team allregion and all-Arizona after his junior season • Named second-team all-region following his sophomore campaign • Helped the Coyotes advance to the state championship game and a 13-1 season in 2009 and was part of a 39-game win streak at Centennial HS • As a senior, blocked for a team that racked up 3,724 yards on the ground and one 2,000+ yard rusher in addition to passing for 2,037 yards and scoring 77 total touchdowns • As a junior, the Coyotes rushed for 3,491 yards and passed for 1,751 more en route to a 14-0 record and state championship • As a sophomore, won a state championship with the Coyotes as the team passed for 2,038 yards and rushed for 3,406 more • Rated a four-star recruit and the nation’s No. 4 offensive guard by Scout.com • The No. 9 guard and No. 1 overall recruit in the state of Arizona in addition to being a four-star by Rivals.com • A three-star recruit and No. 29 guard by ESPN.com.
2009 — Redshirt season • Selected scout team offensive player of the week following wins over UCLA and Arizona.
PLAYER PROFILES
HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches)
97 | tight end redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 237 Grants Pass, Ore. Hidden Valley High School
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James Scales
Brenton Spickerman
•Enrolled early and participated in spring practice
•Member of the scout team in 2009
17 | defensive back freshman | 5-10 | 190 Greensboro, N.C. Northern Guilford High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
PERSONAL — Born James H. Scales on May 5, 1992 in Greensboro, N.C. Parents: James Jr. and Paris Scales. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Northern Guilford (Johnny Roscoe) 2010. Graduated from Brittain Academy. Major: Undeclared. 2010 — Enrolled early in order to participate in spring practice. HIGH SCHOOL — Played defensive back for head coach Johnny Roscoe at Northern Guilford High School of the Triad League • The Nighthawks went 12-2 in 2009 and 10-1 in 2008 and as a junior, made 80 tackles, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries • A PrepStar Magazine All-American • Rated a three-star prospect and No. 109 cornerback in the 2010 class by Scout.com • A three-star recruit and No. 49 corner by Rivals.com • A three-star and No. 60 ranked athlete in the nation by ESPN.com.
73 | offensive line redshirt freshman | 6-6 | 266 West Linn, Ore. Jesuit High School
PERSONAL — Born Brenton Joseph Spickerman on Jan. 18, 1991 in Beaverton, Ore. Parents: Dan and Kim Spickerman. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Jesuit (Ken Potter) 2009. Major: Biology. Redshirt: 2009. 2010 — Tied for fifth among offensive linemen in the 40-yard dash with electric clocking of 5.54. 2009 — Worked as a member of the scout team during redshirt year. HIGH SCHOOL — Lettered two years in football and baseball and four in basketball at Beaverton’s Jesuit High School of the Oregon 6A Metro League • Named first-team all-league and second-team all-state at offensive tackle as a senior • Three-time all-league performer on the basketball court, where he was the MVP of the state championship game as a senior.
Lache Seastrunk
Jennings Stewart
•U.S. Army All-American
•Member of the scout team in 2009
15 | running back freshman | 5-11 | 187 Temple, Texas Temple High School
PERSONAL — Born Lache J. Seastrunk on July 29, 1991 in Temple, Texas. Parent: Evelyn Seastrunk. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Temple, 2010. Intended Major: Mass Media. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Played for head coach Bryce Monsen at Temple High School of the 5A Region II District 12 League • District 12-5A Newcomer of the Year in 2007-08 • Two-time U.S. Army All-American Player of the Week • Finished his high school career with 4,127 yards and 52 touchdowns • APSE Class 5A second-team all-state selection in 2009 • As a senior, rushed for 1,174 yards and 15 touchdowns • As a junior, rushed 171 times for 1,541 yards and 14 touchdowns • As a sophomore, rushed 130 times for 1,532 yards and 22 touchdowns as Temple won a district title • On the track, had personal bests of 10.33 (100) and 21-8 (long jump) during his prep track career • Clocked at 10.64 in the 100 meters as a sophomore and won the district meet that same year with a time of 10.77 • Broke three Temple High records – 100, 400 and long jump – as a 13-year-old eighth-grader • A five-star recruit, the No. 20 prospect at any position and the No. 4 running back in the country by Scout.com • A five-star prospect and the nation’s No. 3 running back by Rivals.com • Member of the Rivals100 • A four-star prospect and the No 6 running back in the country by ESPN.com • The No. 2 player at any position in the country and No. 1 running back by Tom Lemming at MaxPreps.com • Member of the SN100 as the No. 4 overall player and No. 2 running back by The Sporting News.
64 | linebacker redshirt sophomore | 6-3 | 211 Grants Pass, Ore. Grants Pass High School
PERSONAL — Born Jennings Jeffrey Stewart on August 12, 1989 in Long Beach, Calif. Parents: Jeff Stewart and Yvonne Gardner. Family: Four brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): Grants Pass (Tom Blanchard) 2008. Major: General Science. Redshirt: 2008. 2010 — One of four players to earn Oregon Elite status from the strength & conditioning staff for his overall performance during winter testing • Top “L” run among linebackers in a time of 7.09 • Credited with one tackle in the Spring Game. 2009 — Switched from tight end to linebacker • Selected scout team special teams player of the week following wins over California, USC and Arizona State. 2008 — Redshirt season • Recognized as Oregon’s offensive scout team player of the year • Three-time special teams scout honoree for work leading up to games vs. Boise State, Washington State and Oregon State • Weekly scout award on offense prior to the win over Arizona. HIGH SCHOOL — Coached by former Oregon quarterback Tom Blanchard (1967-70) at Grants Pass High School of the Oregon 6A Southwest Conference • Named first-team all-conference in 2006 and second-team in 2007 • Also played basketball and ran track for the Cavemen • Competed in the shot put, 4x100 and 4x400 during track season. HONORS AND AWARDS 2008 •Scout Team Player of the Year (Offense)
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Dewitt Stuckey
Brian Teague
•Among the two-deep at middle linebacker following a solid spring
•Member of the scout team in 2009
53 | linebacker junior | 5-11 | 221 Stockton, Calif. Lincoln High School
86 | tight end redshirt freshman | 6-3 | 246 Portland, Ore. David Douglas High School
PERSONAL — Born Brian Justas Teague on Oct. 25, 1990 in Portland, Ore. Parents: Boyd Sr. and Colleen Teague. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): David Douglas (Dan Wood) 2009. Major: Undeclared. Redshirt: 2009.
2010 — Heads to fall camp as the primary reserve at middle linebacker • Made three solo stops for the victorious White team in the Spring Game.
2010 — Played for the victorious White squad in the Spring Game.
2009 — The reserve linebacker stepped onto the field for six games, including 14 snaps in the regular-season finale vs. Oregon State • The majority of his six tackles occurred while covering kicks on special teams, recording three stops (two unassisted) against Washington State. 2008 — Stepped out of potential redshirt season in UO’s fifth game, settling into a special teams role and posting a season-high 16 plays at Washington State • Totaled six appearances on the year • Saw the field for 10 plays at Arizona State and vs. Oklahoma State. HIGH SCHOOL — The SuperPrep four-star prospect was ranked as the 13thbest weakside linebacker recruit in the country by Scout.com as well as a member of the California Top 100 (30th) • Also rated the No. 32 linebacker prospect in the country and 56th overall player in the state by Rivals.com • The Tacoma News Tribune’s Western 100 honoree finished his senior year third in the state in tackles with 204 stops (135 unassisted), a league-leading 8.5 quarterback sacks, 3.5 forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries • Also carried the football for 514 yards (6.9 avg.) and 14 touchdowns • Credited in double figures in tackles in all 13 games in 2007, including a season-high 20 stops vs. St. Mary’s • The PrepStar All-West Region pick earned first-team all-state accolades (calhisports.com) his senior season as well as Defensive Player of the Year on the All-Northern California first team by GoldenStatePreps.com • Helped lead the Trojans to a 9-4 record and third place in the San Joaquin AA League before dropping a 24-21 verdict to St. Mary’s in the sectional semi-finals.
STUCKEY’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 3
TFL 0.0 0.0 0.0
Yds 0 0 0
PD 0 0 0
vs. Washington State
FF 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 0 0 0 0 10-3-09
2009 — Redshirt season • Recognized as Oregon’s offensive scout team player of the year • Selected offensive scout team player of the week following the win over Washington State. HIGH SCHOOL — Earned two letters in football and baseball, and one in basketball at David Douglas HS of the Oregon 6A Mt. Hood Conference • Played tight end, defensive end and quarterback for the Scots under head coach Dan Wood • First-team all-conference at tight end, second-team at defensive end and honorable mention as a punter • Also won first-team all-conference accolades in baseball. HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •Scout Team Player of the Year (Offense)
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Dewitt Stuckey on February 4, 1989 in Vallejo, Calif. Parent: Mary P. Lewis. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Lincoln (Jim Rubiales) 2008. Major: Sociology.
STUCKEY’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2008 6 0 0 0 2009 7 3 3 6 TOTAL 13 3 3 6
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Darron Thomas
Blake Thompson
•Will challenge for the starting job at quarterback in fall camp
•Member of the scout team in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
1 | quarterback redshirt sophomore | 6-3 | 212 Houston, Texas Aldine High School
40 | linebacker redshirt junior | 5-11 | 230 Cottage Grove, Ore. Cottage Grove High School
PERSONAL — Born Darron Varnell Thomas on May 23, 1990 in Houston. Parents: Latina Thomas and Darren Waters. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Aldine (Bob Jones) 2007. Major: Pre-Business. Redshirt: 2009.
PERSONAL — Born Blake Houston Thompson on May 20, 1989 in Eugene, Ore. Parents: Bill and Sheryl Thompson. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Cottage Grove (Randy Fischer) 2007. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2007.
2010 — Completed 15 of 23 passes for 196 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the Spring Game • Led all quarterbacks during winter workouts with a 31.5 vertical jump, and shared top honors among players at his position with a 275-lb. clean.
2010 — Made four tackles for the victorious White team during the Spring Game • Had the fourth-best mark at his position with a 445-lb. squat during winter testing.
2009 — Successfully redshirted his second season, preserving three years of eligibility • Was on the travel squad and in uniform for all 13 contests • Member of Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,026 pounds in the power clean, squat and bench press during winter testing • Fastest quarterback in the 20-yard dash, clocking an electric 2.85 • One of three players to earn the Oregon Elite distinction by the strength & conditioning staff for overall performance in the weight room and in speed and agility drills. 2008 — Pulled out of a potential redshirt year in the second half of the fourth game of the season and came close to overcoming a 24-point fourth-quarter deficit, completing 13 of 25 passes for 210 yards and three touchdowns in the final 15 minutes of a 37-32 setback against Boise State • His three TDs and 210 yards against the Broncos were the most ever by a UO freshman quarterback in a debut and he became the first Oregon signal-caller in 11 seasons to throw a touchdown in his inaugural appearance • Connected on three of eight pass attempts for 58 yards in his final four outings, including a 35-yard option pass in the win at Oregon State • Rushed six times for 24 yards and a touchdown at Washington State • Graduated early from high school and enrolled at Oregon as a 17-year-old student during the winter quarter. HIGH SCHOOL — Claimed four-star accolades from Rivals.com as the sixthbest player at his position in the country, as well as included on the Scout.com Texas Top 100 ledger (32nd) as one of the state’s top prospects • The PrepStar All-American and dual-threat athlete completed 148 of 249 passes (59.8%) for 2,576 yards and 11 touchdowns his senior year, in addition to rushing for more than 900 yards • Contributed 905 passing yards (77-141) and six TDs in 2006, while adding 499 yards and 10 scores on the ground. THOMAS’ CAREER STATISTICS PASSING G Att Cmp Int 2008 5 33 16 1 Rushing 2008
G 5
Att 13
Total Offense 2008
G Rush 5 27
THOMAS’ CAREER BESTS Most Completions Most Attempts Most Passing Yards Most Passing TDs Most Interceptions Longest Pass Most Carries Most Rushing Yards Most Rushing TDs Longest Rush
Yds TD 268 3
Yds 27
TD 1
Lg Pct Avg/P Avg/G Effic 41 48.5 8.1 53.6 140.6 Lg Avg/C Avg/G 12 2.1 5.4
Pass Total Avg/G 268 295 59.0
13 25 210 3 1 41 6 24 1 12
vs. Boise State vs. Boise State vs. Boise State vs. Boise State vs. Boise State vs. Boise State at Washington State at Washington State at Washington State vs. Boise State
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2009 — Made his biggest contributions providing Oregon’s offense solid looks of each week’s opponents • Selected scout team special teams player of the week following win over Washington State, and defensive practice squad kudos in aiding preparations against USC • Took part in two snaps in consecutive weeks vs. California and Washington State. 2008 — Saw first collegiate action, making appearances vs. Washington and Utah State • Earned team’s annual defensive scout team award • Picked up weekly scout team honors on special teams leading up to games vs. Boise State, at Washington State and at USC • Also earned recognition as the scout team player of the week on defense prior to games at Cal and vs. Arizona. 2007 — Redshirt season • Was recognized as a scout team player of the week on special teams prior to the Arizona State game. HIGH SCHOOL — Named honorable mention all-state and first-team All-SkyEm League at linebacker • All told, won nine varsity letters including four in wrestling and two in track • Finished fifth at the state wrestling championship at 189 pounds. HONORS AND AWARDS 2008 •Scout Team Player of the Year (Defense)
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Bo Thran
Lavasier Tuinei
•On the 2010 watch lists for the Lombardi Award and Outland Trophy
•Nine-game starter in 2009
69 | offensive line redshirt senior | 6-5 | 281 Gresham, Ore. Barlow High School
2010 — On the watch lists for the Lombardi Award (outstanding lineman or linebacker) and Outland Trophy (outstanding interior lineman) • Named preseason all-Pac-10 by Phil Steele Publications • Clocked as team’s fastest offensive lineman during winter workouts, completing 40 yards in electronic clocking of 5.43, as well as paced all offensive interior linemen with a 28.5-inch vertical jump. 2009 — Named all-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 coaches) • Oregon’s starting left tackle in 12 games • Filled in at left guard against USC due to Mark Asper’s injury • Earned offensive player-of-the-week honors twice from coaching staff following USC and Purdue wins • Named first-team all-Pac-10 by Phil Steele Publications• Selected for the Moshofsky Award (Most Outstanding Lineman) and Officer Award (Playing Through Physical Adversity) at team’s postseason banquet • Played season-high 88 snaps in OT win at Arizona and 83 snaps against USC • Tallied 44 pancake blocks in the regular season, third most on the team. 2008 — Broke into the starting lineup at left guard for the final four games of the season after making his starting debut earlier in the year against UCLA at right tackle • Made his way onto the field for 12 outings, including a career-high 73 snaps against Oklahoma State in the Holiday Bowl, following up his 71-play effort in the regular season finale at Oregon State • Part of an offensive line that blocked and opened holes for the top rushing offense in school history. 2007 — Injuries derailed any chance of securing meaningful playing time • Saw the field once for three plays vs. Fresno State. 2006 — Redshirt season • Cited as scout team’s offensive player of the week for aiding preparations heading into the Stanford and USC games. HIGH SCHOOL — The first-team all-state honoree on both offense and defense (The Oregonian) ranked as the fourth-best recruit in the state by Rivals.com as well as earned PrepStar all-region accolades • Proved to be a steadying influence for the two-time Mt. Hood Conference champions, who finished 2005 with an 11-1 record and were unbeaten in league play • His hard work did not go unrewarded as he garnered first-team all-conference honors his junior and senior seasons for a team that averaged 305 of its 395 yards of total offense on the ground • The Bruins’ lone 2005 loss occurred to eventual state champion Jesuit in the second round of the playoffs • The three-sport letterman also earned all-league honors in basketball and baseball as a junior while repeating honors on the basketball court in 2006 • Proved to be key factor in prep teams claiming no fewer than five conference crowns during his tenure. HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •1st Team All-Pac-10 (Phil Steele Publications) •All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention (Pac-10 Coaches) •Team Outstanding O-Lineman (Moshofsky Award) •Team Physical Adversity Honor (Officer Award)
80 | wide receiver junior | 6-5 | 206 Arcadia, Ind. Golden West C.C. | Hamilton Heights HS
PERSONAL — Born Lavasier T. Tuinei on Sept. 29, 1990 in Westminister, Ind. Parents: Van and Jane Tuinei. Family: One brother, two sisters. High School (Coach): Hamilton Heights (Steve Stirn) 2008. Major: Undeclared. Note: Father Van played 45 games in the NFL over four seasons with San Diego, Indianapolis and Chicago. 2010 — Made two catches for 23 yards for the victorious White team in the Spring Game • Tied for the third-fastest among receivers in the electronic 40yard dash with a time of 4.82. 2009 — After not benefitting from his first reception until the fourth game of the year, enjoyed his best game to date at Arizona, grabbing four passes for 60 yards • Included was a 37-yard catch that kept the Ducks’ second-quarter touchdown drive alive • Also put together a superb effort vs. USC, contributing four catches for 53 yards • Made three grabs the previous week at Washington • Led Oregon in receiving yards (30) in the Rose Bowl setback to Ohio State, completing his first season in Eugene as team’s third-leading receiver (24 catches, 217 yards) • Made his first catch in an Oregon uniform against Cal (1 catch for 1 yard) • Totaled 59 receiving yards from a team-high (tie) five catches, including a touchdown, for the Green squad in the Spring Game. BEFORE OREGON — Ranked as the No. 8 junior college receiver by JCGridiron. com • Garnered three stars from Rivals.com • Tallied 41 catches for 680 yards and three touchdowns in his first and only season at Golden West, where he was teammates with fellow Oregon recruit Andrew Iupati • Lined up at WR and FS in a running offense for Hamilton Heights HS of the Mid-Indiana League • His first action of the season at Hamilton Heights (enrollment 745) came in the 3A semifinal against Rushville where he caught seven passes for 100 yards in a 2019 win • Caught one ball for 21 yards in a 13-10 loss in the sectional championship game • Also played basketball in high school • Transferred from Noblesville (Ind.) HS after his junior season. TUINEI’S CAREER STATISTICS Receiving G Rec Yds 2009 12 24 217
TD 0
Lg Rec/G Avg/C Avg/G 37 2.0 9.0 18.1
Rushing 2009
G 12
Att 1
Yds 7
TD 0
Lg Avg/C Avg/G 7 7.0 0.6
All Purpose 2009
G Rush 12 7
Rec 217
PR 0
KR 0
TUINEI’S CAREER BESTS Most Receptions Longest Reception Most Receiving Yards Most Carries Longest Rush Most Rushing Yards Most All-Purpose Yards
4 37 60 1 7 7 60
two times at Arizona at Arizona at Stanford at Stanford at Stanford at Arizona
IR Total Avg/G 0 224 18.7
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PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born William Bo Thran on Nov. 17, 1987 in Portland, Ore. Parents: Brian and Donna Thran. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Sam Barlow (Terry Summerfield), 2006. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2006.
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Terrell Turner
Will Wallace
•Ranked third on the team with 3.0 sacks in 2009
•Member of the travel squad in 2009
PLAYER PROFILES
45 | defensive line redshirt junior | 6-3 | 261 Los Angeles, Calif. Crenshaw High School
36 | defensive back redshirt junior | 5-10 | 189 West Covina, Calif. West Covina High School
PERSONAL — Born Terrell Da’Sean Turner on May 4, 1989 in Los Angeles. Parents: Eddie and Sharie Turner. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Crenshaw (Robert Garrett) 2007. Major: Family and Human Services. Redshirt: 2007. 2010 — Started for the Green squad and had two tackles, including one for a loss in the Spring Game • Member of Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,204 lbs. in the clean, squat and bench press during winter testing • Tied for the top spot on the team with a 395-lb. bench press. 2009 — Provided quality depth at the defensive end position, including a career-high four tackles (all unassisted) vs. California • Equalled that output with four stops against Arizona State, which included a quarterback sack for a 9-yard loss • Included in his totals vs. the Golden Bears were a trio of tackles for loss and two quarterback sacks • Recovered a fumble in the season opener at Boise State • Accumulating 13 solo stops among his 21 tackles for the year, saved his best for last as he posted takedowns in his final six games of the season. 2008 — Appeared in four of the first five games before suffering an injury at Washington State • Took the field for nine snaps vs. both Utah State and WSU. 2007 — Spent his first season honing his skills on the defense’s scout team, although he was recognized as an offensive scout team player of the week honoree for his work in preparation for USC. HIGH SCHOOL — Afforded three stars by Rivals.com as he was tabbed as one of the top 70 linebackers in the country • The All-Coliseum League and all-city choice was credited with six quarterback sacks among his 153 tackles in 2006, in addition to providing four forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and returning one interception for a touchdown • Completed 2005 with 87 tackles, four quarterback sacks and one interception. TURNER’S CAREER STATISTICS Tackles G UA A Total 2008 4 0 0 0 2009 13 13 8 21 TOTAL 17 13 8 21
TFL 0.0 4.0 4.0
Sacks G 2008 4 2009 13 TOTAL 17
Yds 0 23 23
UA 0 3 3
A Total 0 0.0 0 3.0 0 3.0
TURNER’S CAREER BESTS Most Tackles 4 Most Tackles for Loss 3.0 Most Sacks 2.0 Most Fumble Recoveries 1 Most Pass Breakups 1
Yds 0 24 24
two times vs. California vs. California at Boise State two times
PD 0 2 2
FF 0 0 0
FR Blkd 0 0 1 0 1 0
PERSONAL — Born William A. Wallace on Nov. 8, 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Parents: William and Lisa Wallace. Family: Two sisters, one brother. High School (Coach): West Covina (Mike Maggiore) 2007. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2007. 2010 — Ranked second among defensive backs with a 335-lb. bench press during winter testing • Also third among his position group with a 34-inch vertical leap. 2009 — Member of the travel squad, provided his biggest contribution on Ducks’ scout team • Joined Oregon Iron Club as the team’s third strongest player (pound-for-pound), totaling 959 lbs. (5.35 times his bodyweight) in the clean, squat and bench press during winter workouts. 2008 — Appeared in four games and logged a season-high 15 snaps at Washington State • Earned scout team player of the week on special teams vs. Purdue. 2007 — Participated as a member of the scout team during his redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL — Attracted all-San Gabriel Valley and All-CIF Southwest Division offensive honors his senior year in addition to all-San Antonio League acclaim on both offense and defense • Rebounded from injuries from his junior year to compile 1,150 yards rushing while averaging better than 7.0 yards per carry for the Bulldogs • Also grabbed 30 passes for 436 yards while accumulating 12 touchdowns • Set school records while averaging better than 38 yards per kickoff return and more than 18 yards in punt returns for the league tri-champions • Added 76 tackles and four interceptions on defense • Awarded all-league plaudits at running back as a sophomore, carrying the ball 90 times for 850 yards and six scores, including a school-record 96-yard TD run.
Tony Washington
91 | defensive line freshman | 6-4 | 238 Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. Los Osos High School •No. 42 prep defensive end in the nation according to Rivals.com PERSONAL — Born Tony O. Washington, Jr. on June 1, 1992 in West Los Angeles. Parent: Monique Washington. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Los Osos (Tom Martinez), 2010. Intended Major: Sports Marketing.
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2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — Played for head coach Tom Martinez at Los Osos High School of the Baseline League (Southern Section, South 1 Division) • San Bernardino Prep Sports All-Baseline Defensive MVP • MaxPreps California Division 1 All-State second team defense • All-Inland Valley first team defense • All-CIF Southern Section Central Division • Daily Bulletin All-Star Football first team defender • As a senior made 87 tackles, with a team-high 11.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries • As a junior, recorded 45 tackles and 6.5 sacks • Rated a three-star recruit by Scout.com and ESPN.com • A three-star and No. 42 defensive end in the nation by Rivals.com.
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Darrion Weems
Curtis White
•Top reserve offensive lineman in 2009 appeared in all 13 games
•U.S. Army All-American
74 | offensive line redshirt junior | 6-5 | 292 Winnetka, Calif. Taft High School
2010 — In line as the primary backup at left tackle to begin the year • Ranked third among offensive linemen with a bench press of 360 lbs. during winter testing. 2009 — The reserve offensive lineman made first collegiate start against USC at left tackle • Started just one game in 2009 but played at least 20 snaps in 11 of 13 games • Played season-high 67 snaps against the Trojans. 2008 — Saw limited playing time behind a veteran offensive line, appearing in three games • Made his collegiate debut vs. Utah State, playing a season-high eight snaps • Also took the field at Oregon State and vs. Oklahoma State in the Holiday Bowl. 2007 — Utilized his redshirt year by improving his conditioning • Recognized as the team’s offensive scout team player of the week for his contributions leading up to the Arizona game. HIGH SCHOOL — Ranked among the top 20 players in the state by Rivals. com as well as one of the nation’s best offensive line prospects, the SuperPrep All-American and four-star honoree (Scout.com) was considered among the elite five offensive linemen in California • Paved the way for school that finished sixth in the Los Angeles City Section in scoring (369 points) and eighth in total offense (366.9 avg.) • Played his final two seasons for the Toreadors, who posted a 6-5 record in 2006 en route to second place in the West Valley League, after being displaced by Hurricane Katrina.
83 | tight end freshman | 6-4 | 230 Eugene, Ore. Sheldon High School
PERSONAL — Born Curtis Glaspie White on Dec. 21, 1991 in Portland, Ore. Parents: Curtis White and Amy Saling. Family: Three brothers, one sister. High School (Coach): Sheldon (Marty Johnson), 2010. Intended Major: Education. 2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term. BEFORE OREGON — A two-way player for head coach Marty Johnson at Sheldon High School of the 6A Southwest League • Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 selection • Named 6A first-team all-state on offense as a tight end • A PrepStar Magazine All-American • 2010 Long Beach Press-Telegram “Best in the West” honorable mention • Helped lead the Irish to a 14-0 record as a senior and No. 1 overall ranking in the state of Oregon • Sheldon defeated Jesuit 50-43 in the 6A state championship game, where he had team-highs in catches (six) and yards (102) • Had 44 catches for 773 yards and 12 touchdowns from his tight end position as a senior • Scored at least one touchdown in every game as a senior except one (against Lake Oswego, 11/27/09) • Also tallied 63 tackles, one sack and three pass deflections on defense • Had a team-high 61 catches for 684 yards and six scores as a junior and 25 receptions for 365 yards and five touchdowns as a sophomore • A five-star and No. 36 prospect at any position in the country as well as the No. 5 defensive end in the nation by Scout.com • A four-star recruit and No. 3 tight end by Rivals.com • Compared by Rivals to NFL TE Greg Olsen • A member of the Rivals100 • A four-star prospect and No. 4 tight end by ESPN.com • Ranked as the No. 24 player at any position in the country by Tom Lemming at MaxPreps.com.
Brandon Williams
87 | tight end redshirt junior | 6-4 | 235 Merrionette Park, Ill. Joliet JC | Eisenhower High School •NJCAA All-American in 2009 PERSONAL — Born Brandon Darrnell Williams on Oct. 12, 1987 in Chicago. Parents: Kim and Tanya Williams. Family: Two brothers, two sisters. High School (Coach): Eisenhower (Mike Emanuelson) 2007. Major: Sociology. 2010 — Enrolled at Oregon in time for start of winter term and participated in spring drills • Shared honors as team’s fastest tight end during winter workouts, recording electronic 40 of 4.89, as well as position’s co-leader with a 297-lb. clean • Paced the tight ends with a 285-lb. bench press. BEFORE OREGON — First-team NJCAA All-American in 2009 for Joliet JC • Led the Wolves with 56 receptions for 908 yards and seven touchdowns in ‘09, averaging 16.1 yards per catch • Totaled 254 yards on nine grabs, including three scores against Ellsworth CC, to garner NJCAA offensive player of the week honors • Named all-league Midwest Football Conference (MFC), first-team MFC East Division and first-team all-region (Region IV) for the ‘09 season • Also played basketball at Joliet • Played for two years at St. Rita HS in Chicago before transferring to Eisenhower HS • Played WR and DE for the Eisenhower Cardinals and head coach Mike Emanuelson in the South Suburban League.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Darrion Anthony Weems on Sept. 11, 1988. Parents: Stanley Weems and Paul and Toi Malbrough. Family: Four brothers and three sisters. High School (Coach): Taft (Troy Starr) 2007. Major: Political Science. Redshirt: 2007. Brother Eric played professional hockey.
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Carson York
•Member of the USA Junior Football Team
•13-game starter as a redshirt freshman in 2009
2 | running back freshman | 5-11 | 210 Houston, Texas Aldine High School
PLAYER PROFILES
Oregon
2010 FOOTBALL ALMANAC
77 | offensive line redshirt sophomore | 6-5 | 285 Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Coeur d’Alene High School
PERSONAL — Born Dontae J. Williams on Nov. 21, 1990 in Houston, Texas. Family: Five sisters, two brothers. High School (Coach): Aldine (Bob Jones), 2010. Major: Undeclared.
PERSONAL — Born Carson David York on June 14, 1989 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Parents: David and Laura York. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Lake City (Van Troxel), 2007. Major: Journalism/Advertising. Redshirt: 2008.
2010 — Arrived on campus in June and started classes summer term.
2010 — Named to preseason all-Pac-10 second team by Phil Steele Publications • Equalled the fourth-best squat among offensive linemen at 450 lbs. during winter testing • Did not participate in contact drills during spring practice while recovering from injury.
BEFORE OREGON — Played for head coach Lionel Crawford at Aldine High School of the 5A Region III District 19 League • A PrepStar Magazine All-American • 2008 first-team All-District 19-5A • 2009 Preseason All-Greater Houston High School Football Team • USA Junior Football Team selection • Rushed 10 times for 52 yards and a touchdown in USA vs. World game • 2009 Mainland All-Stars selection for the Hawaii/Polynesia-Mainland Bowl • Helped the Mustangs to a 6-5 overall record as a senior as he rushed for 1,000+ yards and 12 touchdowns • Rated a three-star recruit and No. 29 running back in the nation by Scout.com • The No. 12 running back in the nation and a four-star recruit by Rivals.com • Given a four-star ranking and picked as the No. 13 running back by ESPN.com • Compared by Rivals.com to NFL RB LeSean McCoy.
2009 — Oregon’s starting left guard in 12 of 13 games • Started at right guard against USC due to Mark Asper’s injury • Recipient of first-team Pac-10 allacademic honors • Awarded freshman All-American status by two publications • Second-team freshman All-American by College Football News • Third-team Freshman All-American by Phil Steele Publications • Played 70 or more snaps in two games, including a career-high 81 plays at Arizona • Recorded 41 pancake blocks in the regular season. 2008 — Redshirt season • Earned offensive scout team player of the week honors for his efforts leading up to the win vs. UCLA • Delayed enrollment until the 2008 winter term while recovering from shoulder surgery after originally signing with the Ducks in 2007. HIGH SCHOOL — One of the Northwest’s top prospects garnered SuperPrep All-America honors in addition to four-star recognition by Rivals.com and Scout.com recruiting services • Considered the state’s top recruit and one of the best offensive line hopefuls in the country, receiving votes on the Long Beach Press-Telegram’s Best in the West listing • Also ranked third among SuperPrep’s Northwest Hot 100 elite • The 5A all-Idaho second team lineman played a key role in the Timberwolves’ unblemished 12-0 ledger and 5A state championship • Also a two-time regional shot put champion who placed second in the state meet as a junior and third his senior year with a school-record 53-5. HONORS AND AWARDS 2009 •2nd Team Freshman All-America (CollegeFootballNews.com) •3rd Team All-Freshman (Phil Steele Publications) Pac-10 All-Freshman (Sporting News) •1st Team Pac-10 Academic All-Conference
Football
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCKS
Isaac Ava
OTHERS TO WATCH
51 | linebacker freshman | 5-10 | 251 Ewa Beach, Hawaii St. Louis High School
Kenny Bassett
31 | running back freshman | 5-9 | 175 Beverly Hills, Calif. Beverly Hills High School PERSONAL — Born Kenny Cordero Bassett on Oct. 30, 1992 in Freeport, Bahamas. Parents: Kenneth and Cory Bassett. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Beverly Hills (Donald Paysinger), 2010. Intended Major: Business/ Finance.
Anthony Blake
37 | running back sophomore | 5-10 | 190 Portland, Ore. Holy Cross | Jesuit High School PERSONAL — Born Anthony Tyrone Blake, Jr. on Jan. 26, 1991 in Portland, Ore. Parents: Anthony Blake, Sr. and April Harris. Family: Five sisters, two brothers. High School (Coach): Jesuit (Ken Potter), 2009. Major: Sociology.
Mike Garrity
38 | linebacker freshman | 6-1 | 221 San Carlos, Calif. Archbishop Riordan High School PERSONAL — Born Michael J. Garrity on April 15, 1991 in San Francisco. Parents: James and Lorrie Garrity. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Archbishop Riordan (Mike Langridge), 2009. Major: Undeclared.
Eric Solis
48 | kicker freshman | 5-10 | 182 Sherman Oaks, Calif. Notre Dame High School PERSONAL — Born Eric Solis in Van Nuys, Calif. Parents: Everardo and Alma Solis. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Notre Dame (Kevin Rooney), 2010. Intended Major: Sports Marketing.
Blake Stanton
41 | wide receiver freshman | 5-11 | 216 Los Angeles, Calif. Crespi High School PERSONAL — Born Blake L. Stanton on Feb. 22, 1992 in Los Angeles. Parent: Pamela Stanton. Family: Three brothers. High School (Coach): Crespi (Jeremiah Ross), 2010. Intended Major: Business.
Brandon Tett
95 | defensive tackle senior | 6-0 | 298 Gresham, Ore. Arizona Western C.C. | Barlow High School PERSONAL — Born Brandon Lee Tett on May 26, 1987 in Vancouver, Wash. Parent: Alexandra Tett. Family: One brother. High School (Coach): Barlow (Terry Summerfield), 2006. Major: Sociology. Redshirt: 2006.
Grant Thompson
59 | linebacker freshman | 5-11 | 213 Cottage Grove, Ore. Cottage Grove High School PERSONAL — Born Grant Matthew Thompson on Aug. 23, 1991 in Eugene, Ore. Parents: William and Sheryl Thompson. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Cottage Grove (Gary Roberts), 2010. Major: Undeclared.
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL — Born Isaac William Ava on June 20, 1992 in Honolulu. Parents: Muao and Falavia Ava. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): St. Louis (John Hao), 2010. Intended Major: Business Management.
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