Oregon Ducks Dominate Purdue Boilermakers in 35-0 Road Shutout

The No. 2 Oregon Ducks delivered a resounding statement on Friday night, shutting out the Purdue Boilermakers 35-0 at Ross-Ade Stadium. This victory marked Oregon’s first road shutout since 1992 and solidified their impressive record, improving to 7-0 overall and 4-0 in the Big Ten.

Quarterback Dillon Gabriel was instrumental in the Ducks’ success, completing 21 of 25 passes for 290 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Jordan James also made his mark, scoring two touchdowns within the first quarter, demonstrating Oregon’s offensive prowess from the outset.

Wide receiver Tez Johnson contributed significantly with seven receptions for 66 yards, adding a touchdown early in the second quarter. In the third, running back Noah Whittington rushed for another score, while Jay Harris capped off the Ducks’ scoring with a 12-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Oregon’s defense proved impenetrable, allowing the Boilermakers just 301 yards of offense and shutting down any chance of a comeback. Cornerback Kam Alexander sealed the shutout with a late interception, denying Purdue any points in a season where they’ve struggled, now sitting at 1-6.

Head Coach Dan Lanning praised his team’s focus, especially after a thrilling 32-31 win over Ohio State the previous week. “This place has a history of being a place people struggle to come play at, especially coming off highs like last week,” Lanning stated. “I was proud that our guys were able to go out there and get a victory.”

With this win, the Ducks are not just chasing a first national championship; they are also positioning themselves for a potential No. 1 ranking in the AP poll, depending on the outcome of the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs’ matchup against No. 1 Texas Longhorns.

In other college football news, the No. 13 BYU Cougars secured a thrilling 38-35 victory over unranked Oklahoma State, scoring a last-minute touchdown to improve This dominant performance by the Oregon Ducks exemplifies their potential as they continue their quest for a national championship, showcasing a blend of offensive firepower and defensive strength that will make them a formidableopponent in the weeks to come.