Oregon is very proficient on offense in large part because of the strength of their running game according to Clay Helton who provided his normal Tuesday breakdown of USC’s upcoming opponent. Helton specifically pointed out Oregon running backs Tony Brooks-James and Royce Freeman. Each of those backs have over 500 yards rushing and 8 touchdowns for the year.
At wide receiver Helton was impressed with the way the Ducks are utilizing both Darren Carrington and Charles Nelson. Oregon has moved Carrington around the line of scrimmage to get him different looks from the defense which has helped him compile 31 receptions for 447 yards and three touchdowns.