Oregon quarterback Bo Nix is “Bo-dacious.” That’s how fans view the Heisman hopeful and undercover sneakerhead who prefers his shoe game to be just like those billboards: all white, crisp, and clean.
Nix is in his second season with the Oregon Ducks after transferring from Auburn, where he was the 2019 SEC Freshman of the Year. Under his leadership, the Ducks are now a Pac-12 team rising to the top of the college football polls. On Saturday, they look to continue their fantastic start and dominance against Colorado, the most hyped team in college football right now.
Nix has also been cooking up things off the field. He’s been in the lab with 7-Eleven and The Shoe Surgeon, creating custom cleats that will be auctioned off to fans. All proceeds will benefit Children’s Miracle Network member hospital PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center in Eugene, Oregon.
“When this opportunity was presented, my eyes lit up,” Nix told For The Win. “I was very excited and thrilled to use something as simple as a pair of cleats for something so special.”
Ahead of No. 10 Oregon’s Week 4 matchup against No. 19 Colorado (3:30 p.m. ET on ABC), For The Win spoke with Nix about the Cleat Crew program, what has Oregon playing at such a high level and why he wants Matthew McConaughey to play him in a movie.
This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity.