- Matchup: Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Oregon Ducks
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Venue: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Line: Ducks favored by 8.5 points
- Over/Under: 51.5
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The Nebraska Cornhuskers (5-1) are heading to Autzen Stadium on Saturday, October 17, 2026, to face off against the Oregon Ducks (3-2). Oregon opens as 8.5-point favorites in this highly anticipated matchup. The total points for the game is set at 51.5.
Coming into this game, the Nebraska Cornhuskers boast a record of 5-1. Their most recent outing ended in a narrow defeat to the Indiana Hoosiers, who edged them out 20-17. In that contest, Nebraska ran the ball 39 times, accumulating a total of 128 yards, resulting in an average of 3.3 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 83 plays, gaining 392 total yards. On defense, Nebraska allowed 12 completions out of 22 attempts for 263 yards, achieving a completion percentage of 54.5%. Their run defense limited the opposition to 65 yards on 22 attempts, averaging 3.0 yards per carry.
This season, the Cornhuskers have accumulated a total of 2,770 yards. In terms of scoring, Nebraska has achieved 14 passing touchdowns and 16 rushing touchdowns while turning the ball over only three times. They’ve secured 153 first downs offensively and incurred 50 penalties totaling 426 yards. With an average of 213.8 rushing yards per game, they currently rank 26th in Division 1. The Cornhuskers average 39.2 points per game, showcasing their offensive prowess.
Defensively, Nebraska has allowed 1,089 passing yards this season, ranking them 52nd in Division 1. They give up an average of 181.5 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 54.1%. Overall, their defense grants 276.2 yards per game, placing them 16th in Division 1. They have surrendered 6 touchdowns in the air and 3 on the ground, allowing 3.2 yards per rush and 94.7 rushing yards per game this season. They rank 17th in Division 1 for points allowed, giving up an average of 15.2 points per game.
The Oregon Ducks enter this contest with a record of 3-2. Their last match resulted in a close defeat against the UCLA Bruins, concluding at 17-15. In that game, Oregon allowed 47 rush attempts for 140 yards (averaging 3.0 yards per carry). On the air, the Ducks’ defense allowed a completion percentage of 56.5%, yielding 205 passing yards on 13 completions out of 23 attempts. The Ducks finished the game with a total of 272 yards over 62 plays, averaging 4.4 yards per play. Their ground game averaged just 2.7 yards per carry, resulting in a total of 73 rushing yards on 27 carries.
Oregon’s offense boasts an average of 458.8 yards per game, placing them 25th in the nation. They have incurred 316 yards in penalties from 34 infractions, ranking 85th in Division 1 in this category. Their ground game averages 141.8 yards, totaling 709 rushing yards for the season. The Ducks have turned the ball over with 2 interceptions and 7 fumbles, while acquiring 108 first downs. Impressively, they rank 13th nationally in points scored, averaging 41.0 points per game. Through the air, Oregon has tallied 1,585 yards, achieving an average of 317.0 passing yards per game, which ranks them 7th in college football.
Defensively, Oregon has permitted a total of 592 rushing yards (an average of 118.4 yards per game) along with 4 rushing touchdowns this season. They have also yielded 8 touchdowns through the air, with an average of 226.0 passing yards permitted per game, placing them 93rd in the country. Overall, they have allowed 110 points this season, with a total of 2 fumbles lost and 8 interceptions recorded. The Ducks defense has participated in 330 plays, ranking 28th nationally. With an average of 22.0 points given up per game, they sit 58th in Division 1.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s showdown between the Cornhuskers and Ducks against the spread?
Prediction: Take the Ducks -8.5
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