Oregon football finished off its first week of practice on Friday morning in preparation for the 2018 RedBox Bowl on December 31st versus Michigan State. The Ducks have welcomed back a number of previously injured players, perhaps most notably freshman left tackle Penei Sewell. But as a whole are once again touting depth heading into the final matchup of the season with new faces like freshman linebacker Andrew Johnson and transfer defensive lineman DJ Johnson likely to see snaps. Oregon’s is searching for its first bowl victory since 2014, when the Ducks defeated Florida State in the Rose Bowl as a part of the College Football Playoff. Listen below as head coach Mario Cristobal discusses the team’s opening week of practice and plans moving forward.

Head Coach Mario Cristobal

-Alex Castle