Oregon Ducks Overcome Early Deficit to Defeat Ohio State 41-28

The No. 23 Oregon Ducks clawed back from a 14-0 first-quarter deficit to defeat the No. 12 Ohio State Buckeyes 41-28 on Nov. 7, 2026, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, according to reporting.

After dropping their third game in Week 8 and watching College Football Playoff hopes dwindle, the Ducks rattled off 38 unanswered points in a hostile road environment.

Yeah, we’re like cockroaches, man. We won’t die, Lanning said postgame.

The Buckeyes opened the contest with a fierce offensive push after suffering a loss to the No. 20 USC Trojans the previous week. Early mistakes and some defensive issues hampered the Ducks, allowing Ohio State to establish an early 14-point lead.

Instead of folding, Oregon settled in during the second quarter. Outside linebacker Matayo Uiagalelei's fake punt sparked a 17-point frame.

Our guys have been battle-tested, so they don’t, again, in those moments, they don’t blink, Lanning told si.com. And we don’t really look at the scoreboard. We just focus on working.

Quarterback Dylan Raiola dealt with adversity throughout the season, displaying resilience as the team executed on the field.

Receiver Dakorien Moore contributed an explosive one-handed touchdown catch, while running back Dierre Hill Jr. pounded away on the ground to wear down the Buckeyes defense. Despite a late push from Ohio State, the early damage proved insurmountable.

Lanning praised the travel efforts of Oregon’s fan base, noting that the visiting green ultimately quieted the stadium as the game wore on.

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