The Michigan State Spartans will travel to Autzen Stadium to take on the Oregon Ducks in a marquee Big Ten matchup. The Spartans come into the game at 3-2, looking to bounce back from a disappointing 38-7 loss to Ohio State. Michigan State’s offense, led by quarterback Aidan Chiles, has been inconsistent, averaging only 21.8 points per game. Chiles has thrown for 984 yards and 6 touchdowns, but his 5 interceptions have been costly. The Spartans’ ground game, led by Kay’ron Lynch-Adams, has been effective at times, but they’ll face a tough challenge against Oregon’s stout run defense, which ranks 16th in the FBS in total yards allowed per game. Oregon, meanwhile, enters the game undefeated at 4-0, having recently secured a dominant 34-13 win over UCLA. The Ducks’ offense, led by quarterback Dillon Gabriel, has been explosive, averaging 36 points per game.

Gabriel has thrown for 1,192 yards and 9 touchdowns with just 1 interception. Oregon’s rushing attack, anchored by Jordan James (386 yards and 4 touchdowns), has been a major factor in their success. Defensively, Oregon has been solid, giving up only 18.8 points per game and ranking 37th in the FBS in points allowed. The key for Michigan State will be to establish their run game and control the clock to limit Oregon’s high-powered offense. If the Spartans fall behind early, it could be difficult for them to keep pace given their offensive struggles. Conversely, Oregon will look to jump out to an early lead and force Michigan State into passing situations where they have been prone to making mistakes.