The eighth-ranked Oregon Ducks secured a 34-13 victory over UCLA in their first Big Ten game, with Dillon Gabriel throwing three touchdown passes. Gabriel’s stellar performance moved him up in the NCAA record books, becoming the fourth Football Bowl Subdivision player to reach 16,000 passing yards for his career and tying for third with 134 touchdown passes.

Tez Johnson played a significant role in the Ducks’ win, making 11 receptions for 121 yards and two touchdowns. Jordan James contributed 103 yards rushing and a touchdown on 20 carries, solidifying Oregon’s dominance throughout the game.

Oregon took control early in the game, scoring on their first five possessions. The Ducks have now secured their 12th victory in their last 13 meetings against the Bruins, maintaining their unbeaten streak for the second consecutive year and the third time since 2015.

On the other hand, UCLA (1-3, 0-2) has struggled in DeShaun Foster’s first season as coach, suffering three straight losses. The Bruins’ quarterback, Ethan Garbers, faced challenges during the game, completing 12 of 20 passes for 118 yards and two interceptions before leaving the game in the fourth quarter due to a possible ankle injury.

The Ducks’ defense showcased its strength by sacking opposing quarterbacks 11 times and limiting passing yards to an average of 154.8 per game. Meanwhile, the Bruins’ offense, led by first-year coordinator Eric Bieniemy, has faced difficulties finding the end zone, going six quarters without a touchdown.

Following sixth-ranked Mississippi’s loss to Kentucky, Oregon is expected to move up in the polls. Their next challenge will be against Michigan State in the Ducks’ first Big Ten home game. UCLA will face ninth-ranked Penn State in their upcoming matchup.