Two-score favorites don't lose unless they help their opponent. As long as Oregon remains focused and takes care of the football, they'll take care of business in Autzen Stadium today.
The numbers dictate that Oregon needs to do two things to win:
1. Get pressure on Jayden Maiava
2. Run the football
Maiava's effectiveness drops precipitously under pressure. Ted Leroux of "That Show Out West" breaks it down:
Jayden Maiava Kept Clean vs Under Pressure u2b07ufe0f
Kept Clean
- 75.8 % Completion
- 2,316 yards
- 18 TD, 2 INT
- 92.