The long‑standing football rivalry between Oregon State University and the University of Oregon, known as the Civil War, is slated to make a comeback in 2028 after a two‑year hiatus. The announcement follows Oregon’s 41‑7 victory in 2025, a game many believed would be the final chapter of the series.
Four Future Showdowns
The schedule calls for the Beavers to host the Ducks in Corvallis in 2028 and again in 2032, while Oregon will welcome Oregon State in Eugene in 2029 and 2031. These four contests will restore a series that has been a staple of Pacific Northwest sports culture for more than a century.
A Milestone in College Football History
With 129 all‑time meetings, the rivalry ranks as the second most‑played in FBS history, trailing only the storied Notre Dame‑USC matchup. The upcoming games will mark the first time since the series began in 1894 that two consecutive years will pass without a contest.
Both schools have navigated conference realignment in recent years. Oregon’s move to the Big Ten and Oregon State’s transition from the Pac‑12 to independent status and back have been cited as factors that threatened the continuation of the rivalry.
Fans across the state are already marking their calendars, eager to see whether the Ducks can extend their recent dominance or if the Beavers will stage a comeback. Ticket sales, broadcast rights and alumni engagement are expected to surge as the 2028 kickoff approaches.