EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Dante Moore threw for 388 yards and three touchdowns, and No. 2 Oregon overcame a slow start to beat Boise State 34-27. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The game was played on September 5, 2026, at Oregon's stadium in Eugene. Oregon failed to score in the first quarter, while Boise State scored two goals to take a 10-0 lead. However, in the second quarter, Oregon got into the game, and James Johnson scored a touchdown after a pass from Moore. Thus, Oregon tied the score.
In the third quarter, Oregon scored two more touchdowns, making it 24-13. Boise State fought back in the final quarter, scoring two touchdowns, but Oregon's defense stopped Boise State's attack in the final minutes to preserve the win.
Moore's 388-yard pass was the best of his career. He also threw three touchdown passes. Oregon's offensive line, despite pressure from Boise State, protected Moore and gave him time.
Boise State kicker Canaan Moore kicked two field goals, and quarterback Maddux Madsen scored one touchdown. But that was not enough for victory.
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning said after the match: "We started slowly, but the team showed character. Moore's play was outstanding."
Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson stated: "We played well, but against a team like Oregon, you can't make mistakes."
With this win, Oregon started the season 1-0, while Boise State is 0-1. Oregon will play Stanford next week, and Boise State will play Utah.
During the match, more than 54,000 spectators were in the stadium. The game was broadcast live on television.
Oregon's next game is on September 12 against Stanford. Boise State will play Utah on September 12.