Fansided · Nov 22, 2025
Despite big play Malik Benson earns a butt-chewing for bonehead penalty
Nov 22, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Noah Whittington (6) hugs head coach Dan Lanning before the game against the Southern California Trojans at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn ImagesDan Lanning is known as a player's coach, but he can deliver the tough love after a lapse in discipline.
Receiver Malik Benson became one of the heroes of the game after sprinting to an 85-yard touchdown to give Oregon a 21-14 lead, but he drew Lanning's ire for an ill-advised taunting penalty that took the Ducks from the USC 4 to the USC 19.
