Game Story by Michael Strite

Oregon Football becomes just the third team in the 43-year history of the Pac-10 and Pac-12 to claim sole possession of the conference championship while unranked. The Ducks outlasted the undefeated USC Trojans 31-24 in LA Memorial Coliseum. Two interceptions by Kedon Slovis in the first quarter buried the Trojans in a 14-0 hole after Oregon capitalized on both turnovers. The two teams would trade blows, with Oregon benefitting from two passing touchdowns each from Tyler Shough and Anthony Brown. USC would outgain the Ducks in total yardage, and convert two fourth downs in addition to an onside kick as they mounted a comeback in the second half. Late in the fourth quarter, a miraculous interception by Jamal Hill, Slovis’ third, would lead to Oregon claiming its second consecutive Pac-12 title. Oregon won the championship by winning the turnover battle, committing less penalties, and scoring touchdowns on four redzone trips. The Ducks will likely play in the Fiesta Bowl on January 2nd in Glendale, AZ, while the USC Trojans are expected to play in the Alamo Bowl in San Antonio, TX.