Big Game from the Backfield
Utah has a top-30 rushing defense in the country, holding opponents to 121.4 rushing yards per game.
Oregon has faced and succeeded against top-tier run defenses a handful of times this season, but it will be more critical than ever in a game where Nix may not play, or may not be 100% if he does suit up.
Bucky Irving, Noah Whittington and the rest of Oregon’s backfield need to find ways to move the chains, and keep Oregon’s offense on the field. Which leads to the final key: