Oregon opened up their season against Eastern Washington, they were torched through the air for 438 yards and the Eagles finished with 549 total yards. Most of it was contributed to Oregon’s young secondary and having to get settled in as it was only the first game of the season. Things were suppose to improve as the season wore on.
The Ducks in week two face then ranked #5 Michigan State losing 31-28. Oregon gave up 309 yards through the air and 389 total yards. It was reasonable to think that Oregon would give up that much yards to the #5 in the nation.