Oregon facing injuries ahead of Ohio State matchup on Saturday

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Oregon facing injuries ahead of Ohio State matchup on Saturday
Summary

Oregon Football, sitting at 5-3 this season, will be without standout running back Jordon Davison for their upcoming game against No. 12 Ohio State on Saturday. Davison sustained a lower extremity injury during a recent win over Northwestern, but it is expected to be a short-term issue. The Ducks look to Dierre Hill Jr. and Brandon Smith to step up as primary running backs. Ohio State boasts a top 15 offense and defense, highlighting the challenge the Ducks face in Columbus. The game is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET.

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  • •Oregon is 5-3 this season amid injury struggles.
  • •Jordon Davison out due to lower extremity injury.
  • •Dierre Hill Jr. and Brandon Smith expected to play.
  • •Ohio State has top 15 ranks in offense and defense.
  • •Game kicks off at 3:30 PM ET on Saturday.
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  • 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Oregon dealt another brutal injury blow for Ohio State matchup, but there’s 1 silver lining
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It has been a difficult season for Oregon Football. They are 5-3 this year after having expectations to make a deep run in the College Football Playoffs in the preseason. Oregon has dealt with plenty of injuries this year , including a season-ending injury to quarterback Dante Moore. Now, Oregon is going to be without another top player for their […] The post Oregon dealt another brutal injury blow for Ohio State matchup, but there’s 1 silver lining appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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