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Oregon Football: Defense stood tall vs. Fresno State in opener

EUGENE, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 04:Linebacker Mase Funa #47 of the Oregon Ducks scoops up a fumble in front of running back Ronnie Rivers #20 of the Fresno State Bulldogs during the first quarter of the game at Autzen Stadium on September 04, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images)

It was not only good to have Oregon football back, but also fans back at Autzen Stadium on Saturday. The game started in the smoke and ended with the sunshine and a victory.

The game started off with several key defensive plays including a sack and ball knockout by Kayvon Thibodeaux.