Sometimes when you’re in the heat of the battle, it’s difficult to keep the big picture in mind. Yes, the Ducks should have beaten Washington and Oregon State. Yes, they should be preparing to play No. 4 USC for the Pac-12 title.
But considering where Oregon was at this time last year, going 9-3 with a possible trip to the Holiday Bowl, and an incredible recruiting class poised to sign. the Ducks are in a very good spot and they’ll be a player on the national stage soon enough.
Despite those two disappointments, there were a ton of exciting games and individual performances that will go down in the history of Oregon football. We also had some breakout stars, and some great transfers, including a senior quarterback that showed how tough he really is in a win over the defending Pac-12 champs.
The Ducks also had to endure some growing pains with a first-time head coach. Questionable decisions, playcalling, and Pac-12 refs (calling them questionable is generous) all contributed to Oregon’s nine wins and three losses.
We break it all down here as we take a deep dive into what was the 2022 Oregon Ducks football regular season.