The Oregon Ducks and Oregon State Beavers have officially agreed to a four‑game football series that will run from 2028 to 2032, bringing back the storied Civil War rivalry after a brief hiatus. The agreement marks a rare commitment to schedule a multi‑year non‑conference matchup between the two in‑state rivals, underscoring the cultural significance of the contest.
A rotating slate of venues
The series will open on September 16, 2028, with Oregon traveling to Reser Stadium in Corvallis. Two years later, the Ducks will host the Beavers at Autzen Stadium on September 15, 2029. After a one‑year break in 2030, the rivalry resumes in Eugene on August 30, 2031, before concluding with Oregon’s return to Corvallis on September 11, 2032. A modest adjustment to Oregon’s 2029 schedule moves its home game against Utah State forward one week to September 8 to accommodate the new matchup.
The rivalry dates back to 1894 and has seen 129 meetings, with Oregon holding a historic edge of 70‑49‑10. The Ducks have won three straight games dating back to 2023, extending their lead in the all‑time series. Recent on‑field success has only intensified the stakes: Oregon entered its third season in the Big Ten after departing the Pac‑12, captured the conference title in its inaugural year, and advanced to the College Football Playoff, while Oregon State remains a core member of the Pac‑12.
Conference realignment and the expanded Pac‑12
The agreement arrives as the Pac‑12 continues to reshape itself, welcoming a new slate of programs this fall, including Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Texas State, and Utah State. Oregon State’s continued presence in the conference alongside Washington State highlights the league’s effort to preserve regional rivalries while expanding its footprint. For Oregon, the renewed Civil War fits neatly into a schedule that already reflects its recent transition to the Big Ten, a move that has already yielded a conference championship and a Rose Bowl appearance.
Fans on both sides can look forward to a series that not only rekindles a deep‑rooted rivalry but also offers a fresh narrative within the evolving landscape of college football. With alternating venues, strategic scheduling tweaks, and both programs poised for continued competitiveness, the upcoming Civil War is set to become a marquee event in the early 2030s.