When former Oregon Ducks star De'Anthony Thomas fielded a punt or kick in Autzen Stadium, the crowd held their breath and the buzz was palpable. Thomas' killer speed electrified the Ducks from 2011-2013 with his ability to take it to the house at seemingly any moment.
Nov 29, 2013; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks running back De'Anthony Thomas runs for a pass in the pre game against the Oregon State Beavers at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports / Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports Another top DAT highlight is when Oregon won its first Rose Bowl in 95 years in 2012. DAT's straight up the middle 91-yard touchdown run broke the previous Rose Bowl record for the longest run from scrimmage. He shined in then-Oregon coach Chip Kelly's blur offense.