Oregon Will Be Without Starting Running Back Jordon Davison at Ohio State
His absence pushes second‑string backs into larger roles, increasing pressure on an Oregon offense already hampered by multiple starters listed on the Big Ten availability report.
Overview
- The Big Ten availability report released Nov. 4 listed Jordon Davison as out for the Nov. 7 game at Ohio State, an official update that supersedes earlier media expectations he might play.
- Davison suffered a lower‑body injury after a screen versus Northwestern when his right knee twisted, left that game early in street clothes and was later seen on crutches.
- Davison leads the Ducks with 91 carries for 439 yards and seven touchdowns this season, making his absence a significant loss for Oregon’s primary rushing attack.
- With Davison sidelined, Oregon plans to elevate Dierre Hill Jr. and freshman Brandon Smith into larger carry roles, though Hill’s limited snaps vs. Northwestern had raised short‑term availability questions.
- Oregon enters the matchup with a depleted roster and reduced College Football Playoff hopes, Jeremiah McClellan is listed probable to return, and the Big Ten will issue a final availability update two hours before kickoff.