Oregon Hosts Michigan After Upset Win Over Ohio State

Oregon and Michigan meet in a Big Ten game at Autzen Stadium on November 14. The Ducks are 6-3 and ranked No. 18; Michigan is 5-4. Oregon opened as a 10.5-point favorite, with the over-under set at 41.5 points. The game is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. EST on Fox Sports 1.

Oregon beat then-No. 12 Ohio State 41-28 on November 7, while Michigan lost 15-6 to Michigan State. The Ducks have won two straight games against ranked opponents, also defeating Northwestern 34-26. Their offense has averaged 37.5 points over those two wins.

Oregon coach Dan Lanning gave assistant Jay Johnson play-calling duties after offensive coordinator Drew Mehringer was relieved of his role. Michigan, meanwhile, parted ways with offensive coordinator Jason Beck after its loss to Michigan State, adding an offensive adjustment ahead of the trip to Eugene.

The teams’ season figures show a sharp contrast: Oregon averages 34.1 points per game, while Michigan averages 19.6. Michigan has allowed 16.2 points per game and ranks fourth nationally in total defense. Oregon ranks fifth in red-zone offense; Michigan ranks 131st in red-zone defense.

Dylan Raiola leads Oregon with 1,354 passing yards and 11 touchdowns. Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood has thrown for 924 yards, five touchdowns and six interceptions. Oregon finishes its regular season at Michigan State on November 20 and at home against Washington; Michigan hosts No. 4 UCLA on November 21. Oregon’s playoff hopes depend partly on results elsewhere, and the Ducks have little room for error with three losses.