Oregon beat Washington for the first time in the Dan Lanning era. (Photo: Serena Morones)
EUGENE — The University of Oregon punctuated a 12-0 regular season with a knockout victory over rival Washington on Saturday.
Final: Ducks 49, Huskies 21.
Was it a case of vengeance for UO, which lost twice to UW in 2023? Or just another chapter in the spirited rivalry? I wrote a column from Autzen Stadium, capturing the scene. Photographers Naji Saker and Serena Morones were on site.
Their photo gallery is worth your time:
Tez Johnson celebrates a TD reception. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Oregon sacked Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. 10 times. (Photo: Naji Saker)
“Rally Baby” caused a stir at Autzen Stadium. (Photo: Naji Saker)
59,603 fans showed up on Saturday. (Photos: Naji Saker)
Washington finished the season 6-6. (Photo: Naji Saker)
It was 37 degrees at kickoff in Eugene. (Photos: Naji Saker)
Da’Jaun Riggs dives for the pylon and a touchdown. (Photo: Serena Morones)
It was the 117th meeting between the schools. (Photo: Serena Morones)
Dillon Gabriel threw two TD passes for Oregon. (Photos: Naji Saker)
Dillon Gabriel's rushing TD in the second quarter gave Oregon a 28-6 lead. (Photos: Naji Saker)
Washington leads the series 63–49–5. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Tez Johnson caught three passes for 36 yards. (Photo; Naji Saker)
The Ducks will play in the Big Ten title game on Dec. 7. (Photos: Serena Morones)
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These are awesome action and crowd photos documenting this great win for the Ducks. Naji and Serena are both really talented. Thank you!
Will the rally baby carry over to the championship game?