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Part 2: Proven Or Unproven Pac-10 Qb's?: Jeremiah Masoli

Kristian Siuta

Correspondent Written on July 08, 2009

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SAN DIEGO, CA - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Jeremiah Masoli #2 of the University of Oregon Ducks runs into the endzone for a touchdown against the Oklahoma State University Cowboys during the Pacific Life Holiday Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium on December 30, 2008 in San Diego, California. The Ducks won 42-31. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

(Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

Part two of the ten part series analyzing the Pacific Ten quarterbacks takes a stop in Eugene, OR.

The Oregon Ducks will enter the 2009 season looking a little different then last year. Former head coach Mike Bellotti, who took on the role of Athletic Director, hands over the reigns of the team to Chip Kelly. The Ducks also introduced new “winged jerseys”, compliments of Nike.

However, there will not be a change at quarterback for the "quack attack". Jeremiah Masoli, a proven 10-game starter in 2008, nearly eclipsed the 1,800 yard mark while tossing 13 touchdowns and only five picks in his 12 game appearances. The truth behind this "duck's tale" is that Masoli is feared more for his legs and is considered by many to be one of the most impressive running quarterbacks in the Pac-10.

Washington’s Jake Locker might have something to say about that this upcoming season after his injury in 2008. I will leave it up to them to settle that in the fall.

Masoli’s breakout game came against UCLA where he rushed for 170 yards and a TD. Although his passing numbers weren’t anything to brag about, his leadership qualities and decision making ability in Chip Kelly’s scheme is his defining characteristic.

After the UCLA game, Masoli tore up the Sun Devils in their own backyard. The Sun Devils tried to trump the Ducks with an all-maroon jersey attack; however, it was Masoli and the Ducks who stole the show.

The Duck signal caller ended with 147 yards passing and 85 rushing on only eight carries, while tallying one touchdown both through the air and on the ground.

Jeremiah Masoli also added some hardware to his trophy case. Following his four-touchdown Holiday Bowl victory performance over Oklahoma State, Masoli was awarded with the Offensive MVP.

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