CORVALLIS — The No. 9 Oregon Ducks are leading the Oregon State Beavers 25-14 in the third quarter of their heated rivalry game at Reser Stadium on Saturday afternoon. This marks the 128th matchup between the two teams, bringing a competitive spirit to the field.
Viewers can catch the live broadcast on Fox, with options for streaming available through Fubo and DirecTV Stream, both offering free trials.
Attendance for the game reached an official record of 38,419 fans at Reser Stadium.
The Beavers struggled to maintain momentum following a strong red zone stand in the first half. They went three-and-out on their initial drive of the third quarter, managing just seven yards, hindered by a botched snap during the series.
Conversely, the Ducks opened the second half with an efficient drive down the field, but the Beavers’ defense rose to the occasion to halt their progress. On third-and-six from the OSU 7-yard line, Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s pass to Tez Johnson fell incomplete for his first incompletion of the game. Oregon settled for a 25-yard field goal from Atticus Sappington, extending their lead to 25-14.
At halftime, analysis from various commentators reflected on the first half:
Bill Oram highlighted the effective performance of Dillon Gabriel, who completed 10 passes without a miss for 114 yards, alongside 59 rushing yards and a touchdown, praising the Ducks’ offensive line.
James Crepea noted that Oregon’s defense struggled, particularly against the run, raising concerns about their ability to control the game.
Nick Daschel remarked on the Beavers’ need to adjust defensively to challenge the Ducks in the second half.
Ryan Clarke pointed out significant room for improvement in Oregon’s defensive play.
The Beavers fought back near the end of the first half, orchestrating a 14-play, 81-yard drive that culminated in a touchdown from Anthony Hankerson with just 15 seconds left, reducing the Ducks’ lead to 22-14 by halftime. Despite trailing, Oregon State out-gained Oregon statistically and maintained a significant edge in time of possession.
The Ducks continued to apply pressure offensively, demonstrating their agility and command on the field. With their explosive offense, Oregon built on their lead with a series of successful drives throughout the first half, showcasing Gabriel’s dual-threat capabilities.
As the matchup unfolds, a critical question looms over how the Beavers will respond defensively to keep pace with the high-octane Ducks offense in the second half.