Oregon Duck loses his head before opener against Montana State
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore passes the ball to Oregon running back Noah Whittington during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Montana State, Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. Credit: AP/Lydia Ely
EUGENE. Ore. — The Oregon Duck lost his head in the run up to the team's opener against Montana State on Saturday.
No, it wasn't out of of excitement for the game. The mascot was running out on the field at Autzen Stadium when he tripped and the head of his costume flew off.
The headless Duck sprinted back into the tunnel while a helper grabbed the head and ran after him. Moments later the Duck returned to the field, fully restored.
It is not the first time the Duck has had a wardrobe malfunction. He also lost his head when he tripped on the road last season against Purdue.
