Oregon edges Nebraska in close game, leading fourth quarter comeback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 7:06 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026

On October 17, 2026, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, the Ducks secured a narrow victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers, finishing the game 17-14. The Ducks dominated the fourth quarter, outgaining Nebraska in yardage and scoring 11 unanswered points. Nebraska's offense struggled in the closing moments, failing to convert crucial plays and allowing Oregon to drive for the winning score. With this loss, Nebraska faces a challenging period, reflecting on back-to-back fourth quarter collapses in key matchups. Further details on the game are expected to follow.
- •Oregon wins 17-14 against Nebraska on October 17, 2026.
- •Ducks outgained the Cornhuskers 151-34 in the fourth quarter.
- •Nebraska's offense failed to execute in crucial moments late in the game.
- •This marks Nebraska's second consecutive fourth quarter letdown.
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"You know the script & you’ve seen the movie. More heartbreak, this time in Eugene, OR.
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