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Oregon earns narrow victory over Boise State in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 2:27 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Oregon earns narrow victory over Boise State in season opener

Summary

Oregon opened its 2026 college football season with a 34-27 victory against Boise State. Despite entering the game ranked No. 2 in the AP poll, the team struggled with consistency across several positions. Head coach Dan Lanning noted significant areas for improvement following the performance, specifically citing shortcomings in overall execution. Quarterback Dante Moore finished with 378 passing yards and three touchdowns, fueling the offense while the running game faced challenges gaining traction against the Boise State front. The Ducks now prepare to face Oklahoma State in their next matchup with a 1-0 record.

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By the Numbers

•Oregon defeated Boise State 34-27 in the season opening game.
•Dante Moore recorded 378 passing yards and three touchdowns.
•Jeremiah McClellan registered 150 receiving yards on six catches.
•Oregon faces Oklahoma State in the next week of play.
•The Ducks defensive line recorded three sacks during the game.

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2:27 PMYahoo Sports — Week 1 Report Card: Ducks win, but receive middling grades

What they're saying

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Oregon came away with a win in Week 1 versus Boise State, but it wasn't pretty — and that was reflected in their grades in this week's report card.
— Yahoo Sports

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