Should Oregon win the College Football Playoff title Monday against Ohio State, critics will say it’s a championship that Nike bought. And if Oregon loses, the same folks will say the Ducks should have won with all the advantages they have.
In 2004, Knight was part of a group that questioned track coach Martin Smith and then-AD Bill Moos. Knight sent a message by ending his financial backing. Smith soon resigned. Moos was not immune, either.http://www.dallasnews.com/entertainment/cfp/headlines/20150110-phil-knights-dollars-nikes-marketing-boost-oregons-appeal-and-stature.ece
In 2004, Knight was part of a group that questioned track coach Martin Smith and then-AD Bill Moos. Knight sent a message by ending his financial backing. Smith soon resigned. Moos was not immune, either.http://www.dallasnews.com/entertainment/cfp/headlines/20150110-phil-knights-dollars-nikes-marketing-boost-oregons-appeal-and-stature.ece