On September 5, the Oregon Ducks opened their 2026 football season with a 34‑27 victory over Boise State, a hard‑fought win that highlighted the team’s early‑season resilience.
Poll Shifts
The Ducks entered the year ranked an all‑time preseason No. 2 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, but the first regular‑season poll dropped them to No. 6, reflecting a tighter race at the top of the leaderboard.
Ohio State led the poll with 1,801 points, followed by Georgia, Texas, Notre Dame and Indiana, while Oregon’s total of 1,524 points included a single first‑place vote, underscoring the competitive balance in the conference.
Oregon’s next challenge arrives Saturday at 9 a.m. ET, as the Ducks travel to face Oklahoma State on the road, a nonconference matchup that will be televised on ESPN.
Coverage of the Ducks’ campaign is being provided by Chris Hansen, who reports on Oregon football and related sports for The Register-Guard, offering insight into the team’s progress throughout the season.