Oregon Ducks Soar Past Washington with Late Touchdown, Eye CFP Playoff Spot
November 30, 2025
Oregon improved to 11-1 overall and 8-1 in conference play, with CFP implications as they held a No. 5 ranking; the win marked the program’s 12th straight true road victory under coach Dan Lanning.
Dante Moore finished with 286 passing yards on 20-of-29, plus a one-yard rushing score, as Oregon’s defense helped seal the road win for the Ducks in a nationally leading road-streak run.
Oregon pulled away late as Malik Benson capped a long drive with a 64-yard touchdown with 7:55 left, giving the Ducks a 26-14 lead to help seal the win over Washington.
Washington answered earlier in the fourth with a 13-yard TD pass from Demond Williams Jr. to Denzel Boston at 8:54, but Oregon responded immediately with Benson’s long scoring play.
The Ducks built their 26-14 cushion after Benson’s big play, and Washington again cut into the gap before Oregon extended the lead with Benson’s 64-yard score.
Looking ahead, Oregon will learn its CFP playoff first-round opponent next Sunday, while Washington awaits its bowl destination announced the following Sunday.
Oregon is expected to host a CFP playoff game at Autzen Stadium in the first round, marking its third CFP appearance, with the opponent to be determined next week.
In the lead-up to the postseason, Oregon’s CFP opponent is to be revealed next Sunday, and Washington’s bowl destination will also be announced then.
Washington saw its home-winning streak of 22 games end earlier this season with a loss to Ohio State, and the Huskies dropped to 8-4.
Defensively, Teitum Tuioti led with five tackles, 1.5 sacks, and two tackles for loss, while Jadon Canady intercepted a Demond Williams Jr. pass and Dillon Thieneman sealed the game with an interception near the Oregon 16.
Dante Moore threw for 286 yards and a rushing touchdown on a one-yard keeper, while Demond Williams Jr. was limited to 129 passing yards with two interceptions.
Moore completed 20 of 29 passes for 286 yards and one TD, contributing a late rushing score as his accuracy fluctuated at times.
Washington’s Adam Mohammed closed the season with back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances, stepping in when starter Jonah Coleman was injured and posting at least 50 yards in each of his final four games.
The game carried postseason context, including CFP implications for Oregon and lingering coaching carousel chatter around Washington’s Jedd Fisch, following Oregon’s 42-27 win over USC.
The matchup featured strong special teams and a stifling Oregon defense, especially against Washington’s aerial attack, aiding the road win.
Oregon forced two Williams interceptions, sacked him four times, and produced late turnovers that frustrated Washington’s offense in the fourth quarter.
Special teams and defense played a crucial role in late drives and turnovers that helped Oregon secure the victory on the road.
Atticus Sappington made four field goals, including a career-long 51-yarder, contributing to Oregon’s 26-14 win.
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AP News • Nov 30, 2025
Malik Benson’s late touchdown cements No. 5 Oregon’s 26-14 win over Washington | AP News
Sports Illustrated • Nov 30, 2025
Oregon Ducks Take Down Rival Washington Huskies in Heated Road Battle
NBC Sports • Nov 30, 2025
Malik Benson’s late touchdown cements No. 5 Oregon’s 26-14 win over Washington - NBC Sports