According to multiple sources close to the Oregon Ducks, running back Royce Freeman is expected back on Saturday against Washington State after missing the Colorado game with an undisclosed lower leg injury.
With Royce Freeman in street clothes nursing a leg injury, the supremely talented Oregon backfield trifecta had the opportunity to shine on Saturday against Colorado. Their backfield combined for 215 rushing yards on 45 total carries and three scores.
Tony Brooks-James led the way for the Oregon rushing game with 120 yards on 16 carries and a touchdown. Kani Benoit carried the ball 13 times for 49 yards and a touchdown.