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The Big Ten’s championship streak continues as Oregon dives into the conference for 2026, aiming for four straight titles. Their season kicks off with a showdown against Boise State, but the real challenge lies in the brutal Big Ten slate. Oregon’s defense must stop elite talent like Ohio State’s 27-touchdown receiver Jeremiah Smith and Heisman contender QB Julian Sayin, who torched defenses for 3,600 yards and 32 TDs last year. Dante Moore will need to outsmart Sayin in a potential Heisman duel, while also countering Michigan’s Jyaire Hill and USC’s Jayden Maiava — who led the Big Ten in passing with nearly 3,800 yards. Plus, Michigan’s Jordan Marshall, averaging over 6 yards per carry, looms as a dangerous ground threat. With a stacked schedule and top-tier opponents, Oregon’s championship dreams are in serious jeopardy — but the Ducks are ready to fight their way through the gauntlet.

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