Oregon Ducks Defensive Line Earns MVP in Win Over Washington Huskies

The Oregon Ducks defeated the Washington Huskies 49-21 to complete an undefeated regular season. The Ducks defense sacked Huskies quarterback Demond Williams Jr. 10 times, holding the Washington to 43 total rushing yards.

Nov 30, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Washington Huskies head coach Jedd Fisch, left, congratulates Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning on his win after a game at Autzen Stadium. / Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

The Oregon Ducks defeated the Washington Huskies 49-21 on Saturday night, improving to 12-0 and completing the second undefeated regular season in program history. Oregon coach Dan Lanning had yet to beat Washington in three attempts, finally getting the win in the 2024 season. After the game, Lanning spoke about his first win in the Ducks vs. Huskies rivalry.

"Feels good. I'm really proud of our players," said Lanning in the postgame interview on the field. "You talk about playing a complete game. I think you saw that until the very last drive at the end."

The Oregon defensive line recorded 10 sacks and 16 tackles for loss on the game, earning themselves the MVP. Ducks defensive lineman Jordan Burch made his return from injury, leading Oregon with 2.5 total sacks. Fellow pass rusher Matayo Uiagalelei recorded two sacks and two tackles for loss.

Nov 30, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Washington Huskies head coach Jedd Fisch, left, congratulates Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning on his win after a game at Autzen Stadium. / Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Autzen Stadium was rocking, and the Ducks jumped out to a 28-14 lead at halftime. Oregon never let Washington get back into the game, scoring 21 more points in the second half. Senior linebacker Bryce Boettcher led the Ducks with 11 total tackles, holding Washington to 244 total yards.

In addition to the multiple sacks and negative plays, the Ducks forced a critical fumble in Huskies' territory, setting up a short field for the Oregon offense. Washington converted four of their 12 third-down conversion attempts.

While Uiagalelei and Burch led the Ducks defensive line in the notable statistics, sophomore outside lienbacker Teitum Tuioti recorded 1.5 sacks and 1.5 tackles for loss.

Nov 30, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Washington Huskies running back Jonah Coleman (1) carries the ball during the first half against Oregon Ducks defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei (10) at Autzen Stadium. / Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Up next for the Ducks is the Big Ten Championship Game against the Penn State Nittany Lions. The Michigan Wolverines defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes 13-10, giving Penn State a chance to play for the Big Ten title in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.

"The opportunity to do something special. First year in the conference. To get an opportunity in a game like that against a great game," said Lanning after the game.

The Big Ten Championship is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7. Kickoff is slated for 5 p.m. PT.

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