Oregon's Historic 'O' Vandalized Before Rose Bowl

In a provocative gesture ahead of the Rose Bowl matchup between the Oregon Ducks and Ohio State Buckeyes, the iconic 'O' on Skinner Butte in Eugene was splattered with red paint, resembling the Buckeyes' scarlet colors. This act of apparent vandalism occurred just before the top-ranked Ducks faced off against the Buckeyes, who are seeking revenge after losing to Oregon in October. Local police reported no complaints and indicated they would not investigate unless formally requested. The 'O' is a historic symbol for Oregon, having been painted annually by fans since 1958. Volunteers are expected to restore the symbol's traditional yellow color. The highly anticipated game is set to kick off at 5 p.m. ET on New Year's Day.