Bryce Boettcher has been one of the Oregon Ducks' most consistent defenders this season, leading the team with 72 tackles while anchoring a defense that ranks among the nation's best. The former walk-on has dominated in the Ducks' Big Ten battles throughout the year.

His persistence finally earned him an offensive opportunity on Senior Night against the USC Trojans. Head coach Dan Lanning revealed that Boettcher had been asking for the ball all season long, and the staff installed a special package just for him.

“I don't know if anyone could have kept Bryce from the endzone when he got the opportunity,” Lanning said, via Zachary Neel of USA Today.

Oregon handed Boettcher a direct snap at the one-yard line late in the second quarter. He powered through for his first career offensiv

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