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Boise State (0-0) at Oregon (0-0)
- When: Sep 5 2026, 3:30 PM
- Where: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR
- Where to watch: CBS/Paramount+
Last Meeting: Oregon 37-34, September 7th, 2024
Boise State vs (2) Oregon Preview & Prediction
Spread: Oregon -25.0
Moneyline: Oregon (-3333)
Total: 51.5
No. 2 Oregon opens its 2026 season Saturday against Boise State in Eugene, with the Ducks favored by 25 points and the Total sitting at 51.5.
Quarterback Dante Moore is back after passing for 3,565 yards, 30 touchdowns and 10 interceptions last season. He also turned down the NFL Draft for another year of college football, which is either tremendous patience or an extremely expensive homework assignment.
Oregon Is Loaded Again
Moore enters as a Heisman contender after leading Oregon to a 13-2 record and a CFP semifinal appearance. The Ducks also return serious defensive talent, including A’Mauri Washington, who recorded eight pass breakups, Brandon Finney Jr. with three interceptions, and Matayo Uiagalelei after six sacks.
Oregon has also won 38 consecutive nonconference home games. Apparently, visiting Eugene without a conference badge is considered a personal insult.
Boise State Still Has Teeth
Boise State finished 9-5 last season and nearly shocked Oregon here in 2024 before losing 37-34 on an Atticus Sappington field goal as time expired.
Maddux Madsen returns after throwing for 2,334 yards, 18 touchdowns and nine interceptions. Dylan Riley rushed for 1,125 yards and 10 scores, while Jayden Virgin-Morgan anchors the defense after recording six sacks.
The Broncos have actually beaten Oregon three times in four meetings, so history says they won’t arrive terrified.
LVSB Predictions
Oregon has the quarterback edge, superior depth and a massive home-field advantage. Boise State has enough offense to avoid complete embarrassment, but asking the Broncos to stay within 25 points feels ambitious.
Score Prediction: Oregon 41, Boise State 17
Spread Pick: Oregon -25
Total Pick: Over 51.5
- NCAA Football Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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