Boettcher was an active kid, just like his big sister, Emily, who went on to play soccer at Concordia University, and Brett and Cindy exposed them to every sport they could find in Eugene.

Dec 30, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) during Rose Bowl media day at Sheraton Grand LA. / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images When he was selected by the Houston ...