Overview
- Oregon beat No. 12 James Madison 51–34 after leading 34–6 at halftime, which Lanning labeled a "tale of two halves."
- The Ducks committed multiple turnovers and allowed 509 yards, prompting defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi to caution that a repeat effort would be costly next week.
- Quarterback Dante Moore threw four touchdown passes with two interceptions and said Lanning will ramp up practices, calling his coach "psycho."
- Oregon faces No. 4 Texas Tech in the CFP quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl on Jan. 1 at noon ET, and the Red Raiders enter with the nation’s top run defense.
- The receiving unit gained reinforcements with Dakorien Moore and Gary Bryant Jr. returning, while Malik Benson added a career-high two touchdown catches.