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Live Score Updates as the Oregon Ducks Take on Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl

It's a program first for the No. 5 Oregon Ducks, as they enter an Orange Bowl game against the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders to potentially secure a bid in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff. Follow along for live updates throughout the game.
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Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) is interviewed after the game against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) is interviewed after the game against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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MIAMI - It's a historic moment for the No. 4 Oregon Ducks football program, as coach Dan Lanning and crew take on the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders in Oregon's first ever Capital One Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

The Ducks, who are 11-1 on the regular season and advanced after a 51-34 first round win against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium, are expected to have a large majority of their starters healthy for this matchup.

On the other side of the field, the Red Raiders come into this contest with a parallel regular season record of 11-1 with a Big 12 Championship after beating the BYU Cougars for a second time to secure the title with a final score of 34-7. This game is all about Tech's powerhouse defense facing Oregon's supercharged offense, so look to the line of scrimmage.

Jan 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; a general view of the stadium the 2025 Orange Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College
Jan 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; a general view of the stadium the 2025 Orange Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff between the Oregon Ducks and Texas Tech Red Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Follow along below for live updates throughout the game. The latest updates are at the top.

HALFTIME

SECOND QUARTER

Q2 00:09: Alex Harkey called for holding, putting the Ducks back at the 44 yard line. Third down with 30 yards to go.

Q2 00:11: Iapani Laloulu bungles a pass which Dante Moore recovers the fumble for a second down and 24 yards to go on the 50 yard line.

Q2 00:19: Moore completes a pass to Jamari Johnson for a first down to the 36 TT yard line.

Q2 00:40: Ducks call their second timeout.

Q2 00:43: Behren Morton tackled by Teitum Tuioti to bring up fourth down and 4 yards for Texas Tech.

Q2 01:31: Jerry Mixon gets a pass breakup on Morton. Second down.

OREGON 6, TEXAS TECH 0

Q2 01:37 OREGON SCORES: Atticus Sappington kicks a 39 yard field goal.

Q2 01:37: Noah Whittington is tackled short of the first down line for another fourth down and 2 yards. Oregon will attempt a 39 yard field goal. Texas Tech got called for a defensive player's helmet coming off, the Red Raiders take another timeout.

Q2 02:00: Two-minute timeout.

Q2 02:29: Brandon Finney Jr. recovers a Texas Tech fumble for a first down for Oregon. Ducks' ball.

Q2 02:36: Mohrton's pass to Coy Eakin gains a first down.

Q2 04:08: Dante Moore's pass is broken up by Ben Roberts in the endzone. The Ducks must turnover on downs.

Q2 04:12: Oregon takes their first timeout of the half.

Q2 04:26: Jordon Davison is stopped Fourth down and goal. Ducks at the 2.

Q2 04:56: Jordon Davison gets a gain of 8 to the 2 yard line. Third down.

Q2 05:05: Dante Moore's pass to Kenyon Sadiq is incomplete.

Q2 05:28: Malik Benson catches a 23 yard pass from Dante Moore to put the ball on the 10 yard line. First and goal Ducks.

Q2 06:18: Moore passes to Noah Whittington for a five yard first down.

Q2 06:55: The Ducks once again find themselves at a fourth down situation with 3 yards to go on the TTU 40 yard line.

Q2 08:21: Texas Tech takes it's first timeout of the game.

Q2 08:37: Oh wait, think again! James Ferguson-Reynolds passes to Zach Grace for an 11 yard first down.

Q2 09:59: Jamari Johnson catches a pass from Moore for an 11 yard gain but it's not enough for a first down. Ducks will punt on fourth down.

Q2 10:28: Dakorien Moore is called for a false start, Ducks are second down with 12 yards to go.

Q2 10:53: Stone Harrington misses the field goal for 54 yards. Ducks' ball.

Q2 10:58: Behren Morton's pass is broken up by Jerry Mixon. Fourth down and 8 yards to go for the Red Raiders. Field goal team is out.

Q2 12:07: J'Koby Williams of Texas Tech gets a 50 yard rushing first down.

Q2 12:44: Ducks punt off a fourth down (Moore threw an incomplete a pass to Sadiq one play earlier). Ducks down the ball on the Texas Tech 10 yard line.

Q2 13:32: Moore fumbles the ball, then recovers. Loss of 10 yards for a third down and 20 yard situation.

Q2 14:18: On the second play, Behren Morton's pass is intercepted by Brandon Finney Jr. to the Texas Tech 33 yard line. First down Ducks.

Q2: Ducks punt to the Red Raiders on downs.

FIRST QUARTER

Q1 00:00: Dante Moore runs a quarterback keeper for a pickup of 8 yards. Tackled by Jacob Rodriguez. Ducks are on fourth down.

Q1 01:18: Dante Moore sacked in the backfield by Romello Height. Second down and 20 to go with a loss of 10 yards.

Q1 01:58: Teitum Tuioti tackles Behren Morton in the way backfield for a fourth down and a 17 yard loss. Red Raiders punt.

Q1 03:02: Jordon Davison stopped by Lee Hunter to turnover on downs to the Red Raiders at their own 24 yard line.

Q1 03:41: Dante Moore goes on the quarterback carry to pick up a yard. Once again fourth and 2 yards for the Ducks. Another decision to make.

Q1 04:24: Dante Moore passes to Dakorien Moore for a 13 yard gain. Third down and 3 yards to go.

Q1 04:59: Ben Roberts tackles Noah Whittington for a 5 yard run. Second down and 15 yards to go.

Q1 05:06: Isaiah World is called for holding, first down and 20 yards to go for the Ducks.

Q1: Dante Moore passes short right to Kenyon Sadiq for a 4 yard first down.

Q1 07:03: Moore's pass to Malik Benson comes up short of a first down with a tackle from Jacob Rodriguez and Ben Roberts. Fourth down and two. Ducks going for it.

Q1 07:20: Dante Moore's pass was swatted down by David Bailey to be third down and 7 yards.

Q1: After Moore's pass to Dierre Hill Jr. resulting in -4 yards on the play, the Ducks have -8 rushing yards overall.

Q1 09:38: After three unsuccessful plays from Texas Tech and tackles from Teitum Tuioti, Brandon Finney Jr., and Bryce Boettcher (in that order) Texas Tech punts back to the Ducks.

OREGON 3, TEXAS TECH 0

Q1 10:41 OREGON SCORES: Atticus Sappington kicks a 50 yard field goal to put the Ducks on the board. Oregon's first drive was 10 plays for 43 yards.

Q1 11:24: Dante Moore sacked in the backfield for a loss of 11 yards by David Bailey. Fourth down.

Q1 12:06: Noah Whittington rushes for 2 yards and taken down by Brendan Jordan for a third down and 8 yards to go.

Q1 12:17: Amir Boyd of Texas Tech breaks up Dante Moore's pass to the endzone for Malik Benson. Second down and ten yards to go on Oregon's first drive of the game.

COIN TOSS: Texas Tech wins the coin toss after Oregon calls for heads and it comes up tails. Texas Tech differs to the second half. Oregon will receive.

PREGAME

Oregon Ducks Orange Bowl Captains

The captains for the Orange Bowl are defensive lineman Bear Alexander, offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon, wide receiver Malik Benson, and linebacker Bryce Boettcher.

OREGON DUCKS INJURY REPORT

Out

Kingston Lopa, defensive back
Kyler Kasper, wide receiver
3 DB Sione Laulea, defensive back
Evan Stewart, wide receiver
Justius Lowe, wide receiver
Solomon Davis, defensive back
Da’Juan Riggs, running back
Gernorris Wilson, offensive lineman

Probable

Trey McNutt, defensive back

TEXAS TECH INJURY REPORT

Out

Skyler Gill-Howard - Defensive line
Will Hammond - Quarterback
Hunter Zambrano - Offensive Line

Probable

T.J. West - Wide Reciever
Jacob Rodriguez - Linebacker
Ashton Hampton - Cornerback
Dontae Balfour - Cornerback
Stone Harrington - Kicker

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Oregon quarterback Dante Moore throws out a pass as the Oregon Ducks practice at Barry University ahead of the Orange Bowl on
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore throws out a pass as the Oregon Ducks practice at Barry University ahead of the Orange Bowl on Dec. 30, 2025, in Miami, Florida. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Joey McGuire Has Kind Words for Lanning and Moore

In the pregame coaches joint press conference, Oregon coach Dan Lanning and Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire spoke at length about their teams, thoughts on the College Football Playoff format, and their upcoming opponent. For McGuire, the Red Raider's leader declared himself a "fanboy" of Lanning during his opening statement.

“Man, we’re really excited and honored to be here. I’m kind of one of those guys that can fan boy really easy over great coaches, and I’m a huge fan of Dan’s. I watch a lot of his stuff that he puts out on social media or anytime there’s a press conference. I don’t have a lot of hobbies, but that’s one. I pay attention to a lot of coaches around the nation, especially guys that are doing it right,” McGuire said.

McGuire also shared his impressed feelings regarding Ducks starting quarterback Dante Moore, expressing a strong impression over his deep throws, ability to use his legs to extend plays, and his calm demeanor under pressure.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning, left, and Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire shake hands during the head coaches press confere
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning, left, and Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire shake hands during the head coaches press conference ahead of Orange Bowl on Dec. 31, 2025, in Dania Beach, Florida. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Oregon and the Gray Pant Curse

Oregon's uniforms for their first Orange Bowl is also a unique statement for the program. For the first time in the modern era (and in program history), the Ducks are wearing black helmets for a post season game. The most commonly worn color for Oregon postseason game is green.

There's also the gray pants in this uniform, which may light up some superstitions with Duck fans. Oregon wore gray pants in both of their national championship losses in 2012 and in 2015. The Ducks are 16-9 overall when wearing gray pants, but it's the big game losses that perpetuate this superstition.

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Ally Osborne
ALLY OSBORNE

A reporter for Oregon Ducks on SI, Ally Osborne is a born and raised Oregonian. She graduated from the University of Oregon's School of Journalism and Communications in 2021 after interning for the Oregon Sports Network with experience working on live sporting broadcasts for ESPN, FOX Sports, the PAC 12 Network, and Runnerspace. Osborne continued her career in Bend, Oregon as a broadcast reporter in 2021 for Central Oregon Daily News while writing for Oregon Ducks on SI. Since then, Osborne is entering her third season reporting for the publication and is frequently the on-site reporter for home games at Autzen Stadium in Eugene. She is currently the host of lifestyle shows "Everyday Northwest" and "Tower Talk Live" for KOIN 6 News in Portland, Oregon. Osborne also works as a sports reporter for KOIN 6's "Game On" sports department. In her free time, Osborne is an avid graphic designer, making art commissions for athletes across her home state. Osborne's designs have even become tattoos for a few Duck athletes.

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