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Oregon's defense had one clear mission against USC, and it completely changed the game
Oregon's defense had one clear mission against USC, and it completely changed the game
Oregon's defense had one clear mission against USC, and it completely changed the game

Published on: 11/23/2025

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Oregon head coach Dan Lanning greets fans before an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APMarcus Mariota watches the first half of an NCAA college football game between Oregon and Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore.Oregon defensive back Jadon Canady (22) breaks up a pass intended for Southern California wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. Canady was called for pass interference on this play. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon linebacker Bryce Boettcher, center, celebrates after his touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APSouthern California wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) celebrates after his touchdown with tight end Walker Lyons (85) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore.Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq, right, catches a pass for a touchdown while guarded by Southern California safety Christian Pierce (24) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APSouthern California head coach Lincoln Riley walks off the field after a loss to Oregon in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq (18) celebrates after his touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon linebacker Bryce Boettcher, front left, scores a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon defensive back Ify Obidegwu (7) celebrates with defensive back Kingston Lopa (2) after his interception during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon head coach Dan Lanning, center, calls instructions during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon quarterback Dante Moore (5) calls instructions during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APSouthern California wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) attempts to hurdle Oregon defensive backs Dillon Thieneman (31) and Jadon Canady, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore.Southern California wide receiver Makai Lemon, left, scores a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon defensive back Ify Obidegwu, top, reaches up to intercept a pass intended for Southern California tight end Walker Lyons (85) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APEUGENE, OREGON - NOVEMBER 22: Dan Lanning of the Oregon Ducks poses with Noah Whittington #6 of the Oregon Ducks on the field at Autzen Stadium before a game against the Southern California Trojans on November 22, 2025 in Eugene, Oregon.Southern California quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon defensive lineman A'Mauri Washington (52), warms up before an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon quarterback Dante Moore (5) greets fans before an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APSouthern California wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APOregon head coach Dan Lanning watches warmups before an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APEUGENE, OREGON - NOVEMBER 22: Oregon Ducks fans cheer at Autzen Stadium before a game against the Southern California Trojans on November 22, 2025 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images)Southern California head coach Lincoln Riley, center, calls instructions during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APSouthern California head coach Lincoln Riley, center, calls instructions during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) APSouthern California quarterback Jayden Maiava runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely) AP

EUGENE - The No. 7 Oregon Ducks’ defense entered Saturday’s 42-27 win over No. 15 USC at Autzen Stadium expecting the Trojans to generate big plays in the passing game.

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