Oregon Ducks countdown to kickoff: At No. 53, a defensive force from the early 2000s

Igor Olshansky

OSU's QB is dropped by UO's Igor Olshansky (53) during the 1st quarter in the 2003 Civil War game in Eugene. Photo by Rob Finch/The Oregonian SP- The Oregonian

The Oregon Ducks start the 2024 season Aug. 31 at home against Idaho. The Oregonian/OregonLive will count down the days with mini-profiles of prominent former and current Ducks whose jersey numbers correspond with the days remaining until the opening kickoff.

Today, No. 53: Defensive lineman Igor Olshansky.

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