ncaaf Game Recap
Ducks Down Northwestern 34-14 - Match Report
Oregon cruised to victory on Saturday, as they ran up a 34-14 score against Northwestern in Week 3 action at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium.
Oregon did not, however, defeat the Wildcats against the spread, which closed at -24.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 50.0.
Dierre Hill Jr. rushed for 94 yards, while Jayden Limar added 38 yards in the win. Malik Benson and Dakorien Moore added 62 and 49 receiving yards respectively.
Dashun Reeder rushed for 79 yards for Northwestern, while Joseph Himon II added 59 yards. Frank Covey IV threw for 0 yards for the Wildcats, while receivers Griffin Wilde and Drew Wagner had 55 and 40 yards respectively.
Northwestern was outgained by Oregon 373-313 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 21-15 by the Ducks.
The time of possession battle favored Northwestern as their offense was on the field for 32:18, longer than the 27:42 of their opponents.
Oregon looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Oregon State. Northwestern will aim to get back on the winning track vs. UCLA.