Desert Duck

Oregon 62-24 3 TOs 4 Sacks 401 Yards Passing And a lot less penalties 😉

I'm usually terrible on these predictions. I file this under "everyone gets lucky on occasion" (and thank you, Mr. Bassa). However, I do seem to recall that EastBayDuckDad has won this before and been close on several other occasions. But regarding the game, what I do know is that while yesterday was not a pretty win, it was one gutsy comeback performance, in a very hostile environment... and that Bo has the heart of a lion.

After having played 3 very sketchy quarters, to come back on the road, in such a tough environment, in a hot climate, and put up 20 points in the 4th quarter, is extremely impressive. The Ducks got stronger the deeper we got into the game. Most teams in that kind of situation, and after having played so poorly for much of the first 3 quarters, would have wilted and gone home with their feathers between their legs. If we reduce our penalties from 14 for 124 yards, to around 5 for 50 yards, I bet that would add at least another 7 points to our total score. Thankfully, penalties can usually be fixed rather quickly. And Bo Nix has the heart of a lion. So... how good is this team? Frankly, I have almost no idea right now. If they can get it together, I think we could have a very good season -- despite the fact that we are playing in what looks like a very tough conference which includes USC, Washington, Utah, & yes... Oregon State (and maybe even WSU).

Not to mention, thanks to Bassa's decision to take it to the house, my lucky prediction of Oregon winning 38-31 would not have almost nailed it 😉

I was thinking the exact same thing.

Since my score prediction was Oregon 38-31, thankfully, he returned it for the TD 😉

I love our kicker. He's drilling it out of the end zone every time.

Take a deep breath, boys. If we score a TD on this next possession, we're right back in this ugly game. If not, then let's talk.

Total disarray

Nah... we needed 1 yard. TT has simply completely dominated our O-line. 71 total yards rushing.

We need him running as little as possible. Unfortunately, right now we need him to run.

It's about the middle of the third quarter and both teams leading rushers are their quarterbacks. You don't see that very often.

43 yards rushing for Oregon. So far, TT has destroyed our rushing game.

I'm not confident that Portland State is very good.

No. We are going to win 35 to 31... because that is my prediction.

Got to get out ground game going. That would change the game. TT starts the 2nd half with the ball. C'mon defense!

If we went 1-11 last year, we might be doing the same thing.

92 yards rushing - Shough 11 yards rushing rest of team Talk about a strange stat

Hmmm... you've got me there. 😉 Sometimes I forget how 12 years in the desert has changed my perspective regarding heat.

9 penalties for 79 yards... in the first half -- so far.

It's only 90° with about 27% humidity... and they are playing in the shade. I think we can put the weather excuse to rest now.

Pretty sure he's got the same deal that Herbert had his senior year... minimal runs. Let's hope so, anyway.

TT Rushing - Shough - 99 yards - Rest of Team - 11 yards

Very very sloppy.

So far, 4 for 45 yards... with at least two of those for 1st downs.