The University of Oregon football team, currently ranked No. 1 in the nation, has officially learned its opponent for the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. The Ducks will face Ohio State on January 1, 2025, at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena. This matchup marks a significant rematch, as Oregon previously triumphed over Ohio State with a narrow 32-31 victory during a highly anticipated game in October.
Oregon, with an undefeated record of 13-0 (9-0 Big Ten), secured a first-round bye in the playoffs thanks to being awarded a top-4 seed. In their journey to the quarterfinals, Ohio State (11-2, 7-2 Big Ten) advanced after a strong performance against Tennessee, winning 42-17 and dominating in total yardage, 473-256.
The other quarterfinal matchups include No. 5 Texas squaring off against No. 4 Arizona State in the Peach Bowl, No. 3 Boise State meeting No. 6 Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl, and No. 2 Georgia competing against No. 7 Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl.
As fans look forward to this exciting rematch, it’s a testament to the level of competition in college football and the remarkable journey of teams like Oregon, which continues to showcase their strength on a national platform. The anticipation for the Rose Bowl is building, and it promises to be an unforgettable game.