- Match-Up: Northwestern Wildcats vs Oregon Ducks
- Game Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR
- Broadcast: Peacock
- Betting Odds: Ducks favored by 3.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 48.5 points
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This Saturday, October 31, 2026, the Oregon Ducks (4-3) will face off against the Northwestern Wildcats (6-1) at Autzen Stadium. Northwestern enters the game as 3.5-point underdogs, with the total set at 48.5 points.
The Northwestern Wildcats come into this match boasting an impressive 6-1 record. In their most recent outing, they defeated the Rutgers Scarlet Knights convincingly with a score of 42-14. The Wildcats showcased a strong ground game, rushing 41 times for 283 yards, averaging 6.9 yards per carry, and running a total of 66 plays for 502 offensive yards. On defense, they allowed 9 completions on 27 attempts, yielding 100 passing yards with a completion rate of 33.3%. Against the rush, the Wildcats conceded 244 yards on 39 carries, averaging 6.3 yards per rush.
When it comes to scoring, the Northwestern Wildcats average 34.7 points per game. Their rushing attack is ranked 23rd nationally, averaging 204.6 yards per game. Over the course of the season, they have accumulated 3,049 total yards. Specifically, Northwestern has 12 touchdown passes and 17 rushing touchdowns. Additionally, the team has generated 161 first downs while committing 51 penalties for a total of 379 yards and turning the ball over 3 times.
In terms of defensive statistics, Northwestern ranks 22nd in Division 1 for opponent scoring, allowing an average of just 16.6 points per game. They give up 4.6 yards per rushing attempt, averaging 152.7 rushing yards allowed each game and a total of 1,069 rushing yards over 7 games. In terms of pass defense, the Wildcats have allowed 1,483 yards, ranking them 60th in the nation, giving up an average of 211.9 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 58.5%. Overall, they have surrendered 364.6 total yards per game, placing them 74th in Division 1, with 6 passing touchdowns and 7 rushing touchdowns allowed this season.
Likewise, the Oregon Ducks enter this game with a record of 4-3. Their last matchup resulted in a tough loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini, ending 21-10. In that game, Oregon gained 426 yards and ran 73 plays for an average of 5.8 yards per play. On the ground, they rushed for 180 yards at 5.6 yards per carry but allowed 225 rushing yards on 39 attempts (5.8 yards per rush). Oregon’s pass defense permitted a completion rate of 63.2%, allowing 89 yards on 12 completions out of 19 attempts.
On the offensive side, the Ducks currently rank 41st nationally, averaging 33.1 points per game. Oregon generates an average of 423.1 total yards per contest, placing them 42nd in college football. They’ve accumulated 381 penalty yards this season over 43 infractions, ranking 94th nationally. This season, the Ducks have thrown 3 interceptions and lost 9 fumbles, securing 144 first downs. In total passing yards, the Ducks have reached 1,944, averaging 277.7 yards per game, making them 24th in Division 1, while their rushing game is averaging 145.4 yards per game with a total of 1,018 yards this season.
Defensively, Oregon is allowing an average of 20.7 points per game, ranking 39th in Division 1. They have conceded 895 rushing yards (127.9 per game) and 6 rushing touchdowns so far this year. The Ducks have also allowed 11 passing touchdowns and average 197.6 yards through the air, placing them 44th in Division 1. This season, their defense has participated in 455 plays, ranking 45th nationally. Overall, they have recovered 3 fumbles and made 9 interceptions with a total of 145 points allowed.
Who will come out on top in this exciting Wildcats versus Ducks college football showdown?
Prediction: Bet on the Ducks -3.5
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