OK, let's get the obvious out of the way first:
Yes, that is a photo of our president and CEO, two-time Heisman winner, and all-around great guy, Archie Griffin, with The Duck.
So why?
Well, everyone knows Archie is a huge proponent of good sportsmanship. It's one reason the Association collaborates with Ohio State's Sportsmanship Council each year on a PSA that promotes good sportsmanship.
At any rate, we were seeking a way to do that on our trip to California and this seemed like a good way. Archie told us to take The Duck (Oregon's mascot is this particularly kind of fowl) west with us and show it a good time.
Thus, we'll be taking The Duck pictured here with us. It will show up periodically in this space and others with images that depict it having a true Buckeye blast in Pasadena. All in the name of good sportsmanship.
So remember, Be Nice to the Duck.
Heading to the airport now. I'll have more on the journey from CMH to LAX later.