The No. 1 Oregon Ducks are set to play the unranked Washington Huskies in a game with College Football Playoff implications on November 30. Oregon has a chance to become 12-0 with a victory, aiming to complete their second undefeated regular season in program history. This matchup is significant as Oregon is the only remaining undefeated team in college football.
The Ducks will be playing in the Big Ten Championship game on December 7 against the likely opponent, the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes. Oregon fans are encouraged to wear green to the game against Washington at Autzen Stadium. A win would make Oregon 7-0 at home for the second year in a row.
The game kicks off at 4:30 p.m. PT, and will be broadcast on NBC. Oregon is currently ranked No. 1 in the AP poll, while Washington is unranked. The Ducks lead the nation with 57 pass breakups and are second in the FBS with 67 passes defended. Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel will make his 61st career start, matching the record for most starts among FBS quarterbacks.
Coach Dan Lanning emphasized honoring the seniors on Saturday, recognizing their contribution to the team’s success this season. The seniors include key players like Gabriel, Jordan Burch, and Tez Johnson. Lanning praised the players for believing in themselves and setting the team culture. This game against Washington is a chance for the seniors to have a special moment on the field.
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