Oregon Defeats Boise State

No. 2 Oregon Survives Season-Opening Scare From Boise State With 34-27 Victory

No. 2 Oregon survived a season-opening scare from Boise State in a 34-27 victory over the Broncos, thanks to Dante Moore's career-best passing game. Moore passed for 378 yards and three touchdowns, helping the Ducks avoid their first loss to an unranked team under fifth-year coach Dan Lanning. The Broncos, who were playing their first game as a member of the Pac-12, led 17-7 at the half and led by 3 at half. Despite a strong performance from quarterback Maddux Madsen, the Ducks were unable to secure a win. The Ducks had a chance to ice the game with a long drive but failed to secure victory.