The ninth-ranked Oregon Ducks (2-0) aim to prove they are the best team in Oregon when they face the Oregon State Beavers (2-0) on Saturday, September 14, at 3:30 PM ET at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon. The Ducks are road favorites with a point spread of -16.5 (-110).
The Ducks came away with a close win over the Boise State Broncos. This was a 37-34 finish, where the Ducks ended the game with a field goal. After the first half of action, they were down 20-14 at the half before having a pivotal 13-point third quarter unanswered.
Dillion Gabriel was laser-focused, completing 18 of his 21 passes for 243 yards and two touchdowns. Evan Stewart had a massive game with five receptions for 112 yards and a touchdown. If they can buckle up on offense like this, they can take on any team in the country.
The Ducks had similar yardage overall and first downs to the Broncos. However, the Ducks had two turnovers, which almost cost them the game. They will need to be more precise all around if they want to continue their winning streak.
They are averaging 30.5 points a game and giving up 24.0 points in return. They will need to improve their defensive play to avoid an upset on the road.
The Beavers have only one thing in mind here: an upset. They recently took care of the San Diego State Aztecs 21-0. They scored once in the first quarter but did not again in the fourth, which could be problematic.
Gevani McCoy had 16 completions out of 26, 181 yards, and one touchdown. Jam Griffin had great field vision, 18 carries, 89 yards, and possession of the ball. Both will need to have excellent communication to push their offense forward.
The Beavers were particularly strong, gaining 420 yards and allowing just 179 from the Aztecs. They also forced a turnover, showing that they can put up a strong defense.
This unit averages 29.5 points a game and allows its opponents to score 7.5 points per contest. Its defense will be heavily tested against the Ducks, who have been solid in their last two games.
MyBookie showcases the best college football betting odds for the Oregon Ducks vs. Oregon State Beavers matchup, with the Ducks having a 68.4 percent chance to win. MyBookie has the Ducks as 16.5-point favorites.
The Ducks had a good test against the Broncos, and they should be better prepared for whatever the Beavers have in store for them. They also grinded out their win over the Broncos, which shows they can have a gritty performance and still come out ahead.
