Bryce Boettcher Scores Wild Senior Night Touchdown As Oregon Defeats USC Trojans

The No. 7 Oregon Ducks stepped up for one of their biggest challenges of the season on Saturday, as coach Dan Lanning and squad defeated the No. 15 USC Trojans 42-27 in a heavily anticipated game at Autzen Stadium.

The first meeting between these two former Pac-12 foes in their new Big Ten Conference, the rivalry blood still ran hot, as throughout the game, the Ducks and Trojans were chippy back and forth. Oregon ended the day with 11 penalties for 130 yards.

Oregon starting quarterback Dante Moore and USC starting quarterback Jayden Maiava traded blows on the offense, with the second quarter almost mirroring their stats. Moore went 22-30 in the passing game for 257 yards and two touchdowns with one interception in the third quarter.

Oregon running back Jay Harris celebrates a touchdown as the Oregon Ducks host the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Nov. 14, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

On senior night, several of the veteran players shined. Linebacker and Oregon native Bryce Boettcher picked up a one yard touchdown on a trick play, and had a career high tackle count with 13 total take-downs.

When center Iapani Laloulu left the field with a right ankle injury in the second quarter, offensive line senior and Oregon native Charlie Pickard stepped up for the Ducks at center.

Wide receiver Malik Benson punched in several impressive catches, and even sailed into the endzone with an 85 yard touchdown off a punt return.

Look below for the live updates given throughout the game. The latest updates are at the top.

FOURTH QUARTER

OREGON 42, USC 27

Q4: 0:08 Bryan Jackson rushes for 0 yards in the middle.

Q4 0:11 James Ferguson-Reynolds punts for 45 yards for a touchback

Q4 0:58 Noah Whittington rushes for 4 yards up the middle. Oregon uses timeout with 0:18 left on the clock.

Q4 1:46 Noah Whittington rushes left for 0 yards.

Q4 1:52 Noah Whittington rush middle for 1 yard gain. USC uses final timeout.

Q4 2:12: Noah Whittington rush left for an 8-yard gain. Personal foul, illegal hands to the face on USC's Desmond Stephens II, 15-yard penalty, automatic first down for Oregon.

Q4 2:18: Noah Whittington rush middle for 1-yard gain. Timeout USC.

Q4 2:24: Jayden Maiava pass incomplete to Jayden Maiava broken up by A'Mauri Washington on fourth-down. Turnover on downs.

Q4 2:35 Jayden Maiava pass incomplete on first and 10

Q4 3:07 Jayden Maiava pass complete to Walker Lyons for 6 yards

Q4 3:29 Jayden Maiava pass short to Tanook Hines complete for 4 yards

Q4 3:48 Jayden Maiava pass deep left to Ja'Kobi Lane for complete for 32-yards on fourth-down

Q4 4:20 King Miller rush middle for 0-yards

Q4 4:55 Jayden Maiava pass to running back King Miller short complete for 2 yards and tackled by Bryce Boettcher and A'Mauri Washington

Q4 5:27 Jayden Maiava pass to Ja'Kobi Lane complete for 5 yards

OREGON 42, USC 27

Q4 05:30 OREGON SCORES: Noah Whittington runs it in for an Oregon touchdown. Kick is good.

Q4 05:34: Dante Moore's pass to Malik Benson is incomplete, and USC's DeCarlos Nicholson gets called for pass interreference.

Q4 08:48: Kenyon Sadiq hurdles a USC defender and picks up 7 yards for a third down.

OREGON 35, USC 27

Q4 11:33 USC SCORES: Lake McRee catches a 9 yard pass from Maiava for a touchdown. On the two-point attempt, the ball slips through the USC tight end's hands to make it no good.

Q4 13:22: Pass interference called on Ify Obidegwu the very next play. 15 yards to the Oregon 28 yard line. First down USC. Lanning motioning both his hands to the ground, appearing to be a "keep calm" signal.

Q4 13:28: Jadon Canady called for pass interference, putting USC 15 yards ahead to the Oregon 43 yard line.

Q4 14:57: Dante Moore is sacked by USC's Devan Tompkins for a loss of 12 yards and a fourth down. Oregon punts.

THIRD QUARTER

Q3 00:58: Matayo Uiagalelei gets a strip sack on Maiava to make it a fourth down. USC punts.

Kenyon Sadiq is UNSTOPPABLE 💪😤@OregonFootball extends the lead

📺:CBS pic.twitter.com/HK6LV850pL
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) November 22, 2025

OREGON 35, USC 21

Q3 02:16 OREGON SCORES: Kenyon Sadiq catches a pass in double coverage from Dante Moore for a 28 yard Oregon touchdown. Kick is good.

Q3 02:41: Tackle Alex Harkey is bumped up after a play, tries to walk off under his own power, but rolls onto the ground. He's taken off the field.

OREGON 28, USC 21

Q3 05:48 USC SCORES: Makai Lemon picks up a 4 yard pass from Maiava for the USC touchdown. Kick is good.

Q3 07:24: Maiava gets the first down on the Oregon 10 yard line.

Q3 07:56: Bryce Boettcher tackles King Miller for a fourth down and 2 on the Trojan's 18 yard line.

Q3 09:06: On a Maiava pass to Ja'Kobi Lane, Brandon Finney is called for Pass Interference, putting USC on the 26 yard line.

Q3 10:24: Dante Moore is intercepted by Kennedy Urlacher, who returns for 14 yards to the Oregon 38 yard line.. During the play, a holding penalty is called on Kameryn Crawford, putting USC back to the USC 48 yard line. First down.

Q3 11:37: Jadon Canady picks off Maiava to give the Ducks back the ball.

Q3 11:41: Maiava's pass incomplete. Hurried by Bear Alexander.

Q3 12:08: Oregon fails to convert a fourth down near midfield, but the play is under replay review.

Q3 13:14: Holding penalty on Oregon receiver Jeremiah McClellan, negating a first-down completion by tight end Kenyon Sadiq.

Q3 14:26: USC gets an offsides penalty, giving the Ducks an automatic first down.

Q3 14:29: Kenyon Sadiq nearly fumbles the ball on the Oregon 31 yard line but the ball is called dead. Third down for the Ducks.

HALFTIME

SECOND QUARTER

Q2 00:00: Dante Moore takes a knee to make it halftime in Eugene.

Q2 00:08: USC's field goal attempt is no good.

Q2 00:11: Maiava's pass to Ja'Kobi Lane is broken up by Brandon Finney. Fourth down Trojans on the Oregon 10 yard line.

Q2 00:52: Oregon takes their final timeout of the half.

Just give to the linebacker Bryce Boettcher at the goal line. pic.twitter.com/9PcHBB2oy1
— CBS Sports College Football 🏈 (@CBSSportsCFB) November 22, 2025

OREGON 28, USC 14

Q2 01:52 OREGON SCORES: Bryce Boettcher, yes, Bryce Boettcher, takes the ball off a wildcat quarterback play for a one yard Oregon touchdown. The Oregon sidelines erupt as Boettcher does a baseball bat celebration.

Q2 01:51: USC takes a timeout, their first of the half.

Q2 01:51: Noah Whittington rushes up the middle for 8 yards, putting the ball on the USC one yard line. First down, one yard to go.

Q2 01:55: False start on Trent Ferguson, Oregon moves to the USC 9 yard line. Third down.

Q2 02:07: Dante Moore rushes for 9 yards to the USC 4 yard line, nearly missing a touchdown.

Q2 02:13: On the kick from Atticus Sappington (which bounced off the posts), Desman Stephens II is called for leaping, giving Oregon an immediate first down. Oregon gets 13 yards to the Trojan's 13 yard line. Oregon's offense returns to the field.

Q2 03:11: Alex Harkey gets called for a facemask, putting the Ducks on their 32 yard line with a third down. Lot's of penalties on this Oregon drive. Oregon will attempt to kick a 44 yard field goal.

Q2 05:37: Malik Benson catches a dart on the left side for 30 yards to the USC 4 yard line. Benson is called for unsportsmanlike conduct, putting the ball at the Oregon 19 yard line. First down Oregon.

Q2 07:43: Duck offensive lineman Dave Iuli is called for Unsportsmanlike Conduct, puts the Ducks at the Oregon 46 off a 15 yard penalty for a second down.

Q2 07:48: Ify Obidegwu gets an interception off Maiava. Meanwhile, on the sidelines, a USC player, Ja'Kobi Lane, gets caught deep into the sidelines. Some scuffling happens, and Lane is called for unsportsmanlike conduct, putting Oregon on their own 44 yard line.

Q2 09:51: Sideline warning for Oregon.

MALIK BENSON WAS FLYIN pic.twitter.com/rOyUClTk4I
— CBS Sports College Football 🏈 (@CBSSportsCFB) November 22, 2025

OREGON 21, USC 14

Q2 10:11 OREGON SCORES: Malik Benson takes it to the house for an 85-yard punt return touchdown. Kick is good.

Q2 10:17: Jadon Canady almost gets an interception off Maiava, but the Ducks settle for a turnover on downs.

Q2 12:44: Oregon punts on downs to Makai Lemon.

Q2 13:42: Charlie Pickard called for an illegal snap penalty for a five yard loss to the USC 49 yard line.

OREGON 14, USC 14

Q2 14:58 USC SCORES: Maiava passes to Tinook Hines for a 24 yard Trojan touchdown. Kick is good.

FIRST QUARTER

Q1 00:52: Maiava passes to Tanook Hines for a 40 yard first down on the Ducks 39 yard line. However, an unsportsmanlike call on Hines puts the ball back to the 49 yard line with a first down.

The best QB-TE connection in college football strikes again to put the Ducks ahead!@dantemoore05 🤝 @KenyonSadiq #GoDucks pic.twitter.com/yFwL7cufg0
— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) November 22, 2025

OREGON 14, USC 7

Q1 01:31 OREGON SCORES: Dante Moore makes a short pass up the middle to Kenyon Sadiq for an 8 yard touchdown. Kick is good.

Q1 03:53: Iapani "Poncho" Laloulu goes down on the play for Oregon. He is helped off the field after trying to leave under his own power. Looks like a right leg injury. Charlie Pickard comes in for Laloulu at center.

Q1 06:03: After a punt from USC to Oregon (punt on downs), USC's Prophet Brown is called for kick catch interference on Malik Benson (a late hit after catch) for a 15 yard penalty, putting Oregon on the Oregon 33 yard line.

Q1 06:26: Timeout for an injured USC player (offensive lineman Kilian O'Connor). Appears to be a knee issue.

Q1 06:43: Bryce Boettcher nearly gets an interception off Maiava, diving for the ball, but the ball is called dead. Trojans get a second down call.

Quick answer from the Ducks!@Jord0n2's 13th rushing TD of the season completes a 6-play, 65-yard drive to tie this game at 7-7 👏#GoDucks pic.twitter.com/WF9FVWfbfy
— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) November 22, 2025

OREGON 7, USC 7

Q1 07:08 OREGON SCORES: Jordon Davison rushes for an 11-yard touchdown. Kick is good. Game is tied in Autzen.

Q1 09:21: Dante Moore throws deep to Malik Benson for a 24 yard first down.

OREGON 0, USC 7

Q1 09:58 USC SCORES: Jayden Maiava gets an 8 yard pass to Makai Lemon for a touchdown. Kick is good.

Q1 12:13: Bear Alexander gets a pass breakup on Maiava.

Q1 12:42: Oregon called for illegal substitution.

Q1 13:40: Matayo Uiagalelei tackles King Miller for a one yard loss and a second down.

Q1 14:13: Jayden Maiava gets a deep throw first down to Ja'Kobi Lane for 27 yards.

USC won the coin toss and elected to receive.

PREGAME

Captains for Oregon Game 12

Game 11 Captains. #GoDucks pic.twitter.com/hsoKcLtifm
— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) November 22, 2025

Oregon Ducks Availability Report

Out

Dakorien Moore, wide receiver
Gary Bryant Jr., wide receiver
Sione Laulea, defensive back
Evan Stewart, wide receiver
Trey McNutt, defensive back
Da'Juan Riggs, running back
Jayden Limar, running back
Gernorris Wilson, offensive lineman
Dillon Gresham, wide receiver
Jack Ressler, wide receiver

Questionable

Isaiah World, offensive lineman
Tionne Gray, defensive lineman

Out for Season

Kyler Kasper, wide receiver
Bryce Boulton, offensive lineman

USC Trojans Availability Report

Out

Jamaal Jarrett, defensive lineman
Eli Sanders, running back
Waymond Jordan, running back
Anthony Beavers, linebacker
Prophet Brown, cornerback
DJ Jordan, wide receiver
Bishop Fitzgerald, safety
Caden Chittenden, kicker

Questionable

Kamari Ramsey, safety
Elijah Paige, offensive lineman
J'Onre Reed, offensive lineman

Out for Season

Chasen Johnson, cornerback

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Rece Davis Comments on Oregon's Playoff Chances

In an exclusive interview with Oregon Ducks on Sports Illustrated's Bri Amaranthus, ESPN's College GameDay co-host Rece Davis spoke at length about the similarities and differences between Oregon coach Dan Lanning and USC coach Lincoln Riley.

Beyond coaching comparisons, Davis also remarked on the potential of Oregon getting into the College Football Playoffs if they do lose to USC on Saturday, dropping to 9-2 overall on the season.

"So I'm not going to be surprised if they still make it, but I don't think it's a given," Davis said. "What their problem is going to be is - What's your best win and you lost two games at home... If USC wins, I think it at least opens the door to the possibility that only two (Big Ten teams) get in."

Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (left) and girlfriend Madison Beer attend the game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Justin and Madison Take Eugene

With several major names coming to Eugene for the game, including Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota visiting as the GameDay guest picker and inductee to the University of Oregon Athletics Hall of Fame, it's no surprise one of the most famous Oregon Duck alumni couples will also be at Autzen.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and his partner, pop star Madison Beer, are being spotted all around Eugene this week, fueling rumors the two will make an appearance during all the Oregon vs. USC fanfare.

For avid followers of Beer's social media, the couple's visit to Oregon may be spoiled early. Beer posted on her Instagram story a photo of a flight soaring over Mount Shasta in Northern California, potentially passing it on her way to Oregon.

Another fun tidbit: Beer was spotted by paparazzi at the beginning of Nov. rocking a vintage Oregon Duck sweatshirt, which also went viral on Duck fan social media.

Nov 14, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Dakorien Moore (1) watches teammates warm up before a game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Ducks Continue to Deal With Key Injuries

Though Oregon did have an extra day to prepare for their game against the Trojans, key injuries in the latter half of Oregon's season continue to limit their weapons, specifically on offense.

Ducks tight end Kenyon Sadiq, offensive lineman Alex Harkey, and linebacker Devon Jackson were listed as "Questionable" on Oregon's official availability report in week 12, but all three played against Minnesota.

Star freshman wide receiver Dakorien Moore was listed "Out" against the Gophers, and Lanning is keeping tight-lipped about Moore's potential return to the field. Another receiver, senior Gary Bryant Jr., was carried off the field early in the game against Minnesota with a leg injury.

There's also the questions surrounding running back Jayden Limar, who's missed four of Oregon's games this season, with Lanning admitting the former go-to for short rushing situations would be out for an extended period of time.

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Dan Lanning Speaks on Marcus Mariota's Impact

One of the main themes outside of the X's and O's for this game is Mariota's induction into Oregon's Athletics Hall of Fame. Lanning shared more during his Wednesday press conference about the impact No. 8 from the 808 has on Oregon's program to this day.

“Marcus is a guy that we're just so proud of here, and to see the level that he's been able to play at here and then to carry that on to the NFL. I walked up the field last week, and I saw his wife, Kiyomi, and Sabrina, and Hroniss,” Lanning said. “I mean, players that have played here in the past, they come back and they give so much.”