The No. 1 Oregon Ducks narrowly defeated the Wisconsin Badgers, 16-13 in a hard-fought game marked by controversial officiating calls at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. The referees made several questionable calls throughout the game, including extending a Wisconsin drive on a penalty that many believed was unjust. Another instance of incorrect enforcement of holding penalties also favored the Badgers. Despite facing these challenges, the Ducks were able to secure the win and improve their record to 11-0.
Oregon’s quarterback Dillon Gabriel struggled early in the game, throwing an interception on the second drive. The offense seemed to lack its usual efficiency, and Gabriel finished the first half with 137 passing yards, one interception, and no touchdowns. The Ducks were behind 10-6 at halftime, but they managed to rally in the second half and secure the victory.
Coach Dan Lanning emphasized the importance of limiting penalties, which was a focus of the team’s preparation leading up to the game. Despite committing fewer penalties than in previous games, the Ducks still had some room for improvement in that area. The win over Wisconsin marked only the second time in program history that Oregon has achieved an 11-0 record, with the last occurrence being in 2010. This victory sets the stage for an exciting final stretch of the season for the Ducks.
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