Morning Quack Fix: Oregon's 'Rooney Rule' To Become Law?

by JConant on Jun 25, 2009 8:12 AM PDT in Morning Quack Fix

No, it's not as sexy as a Quack fight breaking out over new uniforms, but ESPN's Ted Miller has reported that Oregon's version of the "Rooney Rule" will soon become law. The bill applies to all state universities and was passed 52-0 by the State Senate. It's now in the hands of Governor Ted Kulongoski, who is expected to make Oregon the first state to enact such a law.

Detractors may argue that forcing universities to interview minorities doesn't really address the fundamental issues at work. For his part, Miller seems to think it's a good move for the state. Check out his story.

In other Quack news:

Sure the ATQ poll about the new unis was predictably lopsided. However, another poll suggests that Oregon fans are a nation divided when it comes the football duds.
The R-G's video from the new uniform press conference in case you're tired of still pictures.
Tony at DuckTerritory.com catches up with Duck receiver Blake Cantu. I thought the young receiver was impressive in the spring game and it wouldn't shock me if he finds some playing time this season.
It's time for Eugene to shine once again as the four-day U.S. Track & Field Championships get underway. One of several questions asked by the Oregonian's Ken Goe: Will Galen Rupp take it to another level?
From Steve Irvin at the R-G - Three of Oregon's women golfers have advanced at the Oregon Amateur Championships.

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Oregon Gridiron website posted some new videos

Some new videos are posted on the Oregon Gridiron website:

http://oregongridiron.com/playerlife.html

1. Campus Tour
2. Oregon Pro Day
3. Kids’ Clinic

by DavisDuck on Jun 25, 2009 11:59 AM PDT reply actions

Blake Cantu was a pleasant surprise to me too.

He looked a little small but I liked his quickness and his hands looked very serviceable. Hope cracks the 2-deep.

Addicted To Quack [dot] com; Dear Joevan, Develop motor skills. Love, ATQ.

by qrsouther on Jun 25, 2009 12:02 PM PDT reply actions

Like em or not they bring in recruits

yes, im talking about facilities. Ok and a bit the uniforms and the spread. Nice little piece from ESPN.

Sleeping under an avalanche with Cartman, wake me Sept 3.

by trumpetduck on Jun 25, 2009 12:39 PM PDT reply actions

PS

for a fun illustration of this point. Go to Rivals and look at the top ten by position box on the football recruiting page. A lot of the lists have oregon on them. Especially Ath, RB, WR and Duel QB, fun and encouraging.

Sleeping under an avalanche with Cartman, wake me Sept 3.

by trumpetduck on Jun 25, 2009 12:55 PM PDT up reply actions

Winning at Michigan was such a huge deal for that reason

Even though they were not as good as usual, it was huge for recruiting.

Proud member of Duck nation!

by skywaker9 on Jun 25, 2009 12:56 PM PDT up reply actions

2007 Michigan was not a bad team. Not nearly as bad as people make them out to be. They did end up beating a pretty good Florida team in their bowl game.

Though, like you said, not as good as usual – the expectations for Michigan were set so incredibly high. They were suppose to be legitimate Big 10/national champion contenders.

"It’s spelled S-H-U-F-E-L-T-M-E-U-P"

by JShufelt on Jun 25, 2009 1:09 PM PDT up reply actions

People thought we were nuts

To put the billboard in NYC but it gets us noticed nationally which for recruiting is great…

Proud member of Duck nation!

by skywaker9 on Jun 25, 2009 12:55 PM PDT reply actions

As hard as I’ve been on the uniforms – it truly is just the wings I dislike, colors are okay – my inner marketing beast loved the NYC banner, the billboard in L.A. that pissed off USC, and especially the player comic books. Clearly the plan is to be in everyone’s face with Oregon football. In that respect, the uniforms fit the bill and I should probably lighten up. The wings won’t grow on me and I won’t personally spend any money on jerseys with wings, but I like the overall marketing direction. It’s loud and proud, baby!

Here’s a reminder of the reaction in 2002 by a NJ columnist. Yes, Keenan Howry’s uniform looks sweet (one last jab).

I'm really tired of it not being football season.

by JConant on Jun 25, 2009 1:11 PM PDT up reply actions

What if I buy you a jersey with wings? Will you wear it?

"It’s spelled S-H-U-F-E-L-T-M-E-U-P"

by JShufelt on Jun 25, 2009 1:51 PM PDT up reply actions

ooooooh, interesting.

my answer is yes

Sleeping under an avalanche with Cartman, wake me Sept 3.

by trumpetduck on Jun 25, 2009 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions

Good deal, Jer- Hey, wait a minute!

"It’s spelled S-H-U-F-E-L-T-M-E-U-P"

by JShufelt on Jun 25, 2009 4:17 PM PDT up reply actions

all he has to do is win the jersey contest in the fall!

--Dominic, Addicted to Quack

Autzen Stadium is where great teams go to die." - J. Brady McCullough, The Michigan Daily.

by dvieira on Jun 25, 2009 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions

Hey, I was competitive last season, despite missing the first week picks. Still, I’d have to set my own odds of winning at about 50:1. If I did win, the winged jersey would find a caring home. Just not mine.

I'm really tired of it not being football season.

by JConant on Jun 25, 2009 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions

Shu,

I would appreciate the gesture. I would accept the jersey, thank you and then pass along the jersey as gift to a young boy or girl whose family cannot afford jerseys. I wouldn’t wear it, but I wouldn’t allow your kindness to be in vain.

I'm really tired of it not being football season.

by JConant on Jun 25, 2009 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions