As a fourth-year contributor, senior cornerbackhas learned to handle himself like a veteran both on and off the field.That includes when Springs is speaking to the media, with whom he's become a favorite subject for his quick wit and tendency to be quotable. It was Springs who, when asked following the 2017 opener about Oregon's use of "swag surfing" prior to kickoffs, said, "You're gonna have to go to Urban Dictionary for that one."And it was Springs who, after his overtime interception at Arizona State in 2015, sat down postgame and said, "You guys can ask me anything you want, and it's going to be awesome." The ensuing interview was all of that and more.Having been through the process, Springs knows when to hold back as well. Case in point, his meeting with media Wednesday, prior to Oregon's matchup with Utah on Saturday (2:46 p.m. PT, Pac-12 Network). Springs knew he would be grilled about potentially facing off against Utes receiver, the transfer from Oregon. And he knew not to provide any bulletin board material.That said, the sly smile that crept across Springs' face spoke volumes, too. "I'm probably gonna see him a few times throughout the game," he acknowledged. "It'll be fun. I'd be lying if I said it was a normal game."For the Oregon defense, a normal game for Springs this season has been anything but average. According to the analytics website Pro Football Focus, Springs is the top cover corner in the Pac-12 this season. He was the highest-rated corner in the conference last week, when the Ducks lost at UCLA – the fourth time in eight games this season Springs has earned that designation from PFF.Overall, Springs has been targeted 39 times, and given up 17 completions. He has broken up 11 passes, tied for the most in the FBS this season. That gives him 35 breakups for his career; with two more, Springs would enter the top five in UO history."Just being consistent," Springs said of the keys to his strong season. "Play in, play out, trying not to miss tackles, trying to limit the big gains."Allowing big plays remains a focus for Springs. He gave up a deep ball at Stanford that still bugs him. The 17 completions he has allowed have been for an average of 14.1 yards, illustrating that no player's work is ever done.Another bugaboo for Springs is the fact his unforgettable interception at Arizona State two seasons ago remains the only one of his career. In yet another memorable moment from an interview this season, Springs pointed out that the two-interception game foragainst Nebraska put the true freshman above Springs in career picks, just two games into his career.For an Oregon team itching to break through whilerehabs from injury, more takeaways would be most welcome, beginning this week against the Utes."I've dropped some, so I've got to point the finger at myself," Springs said. "We're just trying to emphasize it and get better."On Saturday afternoon, Springs figures to face off with his former teammate Carrington at times. Sticking with Carrington doesn't project to be an issue; the wideout isn't particularly speedy, and Springs knows his array of moves intimately.The problem Carrington presents is his ability to go get the ball, rather than make catches in stride. Carrington is tall, at 6-foot-3, and combines exceptional leaping ability with uncanny body control after leaving his feet."He really is a great finisher when the ball's in the air," Springs said.Springs said Utah employs run-pass option plays that require Carrington to run different routes than he did at Oregon. So it won't be as simple as remembering what Carrington did on Oregon's practice fields, and trying to stop the same techniques."You gotta watch him at all times," Springs said. "I'm pretty sure they're going to try to get him the ball. It's our job to do what we've been doing."In the case of Springs, that means manning the corner position as well as anyone else in the Pac-12 has this season. The spotlight will be shining on Springs, and whether he's been matched up with receivers on the field or facing reporters in a press conference, that's a spot where Springs has looked quite comfortable so far as a senior.