Once is a scare, but twice is a problem. The Oregon Ducks couldn’t survive a road test in Stillwater and fell to Oklahoma State, 39-31, in one of the biggest upsets in college football history. The Ducks didn’t just lose; they were thoroughly beaten by the Cowboys on both sides of the ball, particularly on offense.
The Ducks only had one snap in the red zone, which came thanks to an interception by the Oregon defense. Dante Moore turned in his worst showing as a Duck, and multiple receivers dropped passes. He did toss a pair of touchdowns, including a beauty to Dakorien Moore over the shoulder, but he was tense throughout and struggled to make decisions quickly and took four sacks.
There is no room for excuses anymore, as the Ducks’ season is suddenly on life support following the shocking defeat. Oregon will need to show some signs of life this week against Portland State before heading back out on the road for a big test against USC.
Statistically, Oregon’s identity on offense has been through the air in its first two games. Although it is early in the season, we are still tracking the unit’s national rankings every week. Let’s take a look at where the Ducks’ scoring unit ranks after Week 2.
Sep 12, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Evan Stewart (7) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Points per game: 32.5
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Sep 12, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Passing yards per game: 284.5
Sep 12, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Jordon Davison (0) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Rushing yards per game: 104.5
A pass lands just out of reach of Oregon wide receiver Dakorien Moore as the Oregon Ducks face the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 12, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Total yards per game: 389.0
Sep 12, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Evan Stewart (7) catches a pass as Oklahoma State Cowboys safety Mose Phillips III (18) defends during the third quarter at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Total first downs: 30
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning leads the Ducks onto the field as the Oregon Ducks face the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 12, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Penalty yards per game: 78.0
Oregon wide receiver Messiah Hampton is brought down by Oklahoma State linebackers Tate Romney, right, and Ethan Wesloski as the Oregon Ducks face the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 12, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Third down conversion percentage: 34.62% (9-for-26)
Oregon tight end Andrew Olesh hauls in a reception as the Oregon Ducks face the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 12, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Fourth down conversion percentage: 0% (0-for-6)
Oregon wide receiver Jeremiah McClellan hauls in a reception as the Oregon Ducks face the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 12, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Red zone scoring percentage: 100%
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore is sacked by Oklahoma State defensive end Keviyan Huddleston as the Oregon Ducks face the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 12, 2026, at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Total sacks allowed: 5
Sep 12, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Dierre Hill Jr. (6) fumbles the ball during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Turnovers per game: 1.0 (2 total)
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