The Oregon cornerback room has been fantastic this year, thanks to a combination of transfer players and breakout freshmen. The Ducks' pass defense ranks third nationally, giving up just 145.7 yards per game, according to ESPN.
Despite the success, the secondary has proved inconsistent against their two biggest challenges this season, Indiana and USC. While some of the struggles can be attributed to Fernando Mendoza and Jaiden Maiava being fearless in attempting tight window throws, it also highlights what could be an Achilles heel for the secondary: physicality at the catch point.
The big time performers for USC and Indiana both came in the form of big bodied receivers who thrive in contested catch situations, Elijah Sarratt and Jakobi Lane.