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Ducks and Beavers Gear Up for 129th Rivalry Clash

9/20/2025

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Ducks vs. Beavers Rivalry

The Oregon Ducks will face the Oregon State Beavers for the 129th time on September 20, with the Ducks holding a 3-0 record compared to the Beavers' 0-3.
Coach Trent Bray of Oregon State notes the rivalry's reduced significance due to conference changes and NIL effects but stresses its importance for player morale.
Oregon's running back Noah Whittington is uncertain due to injury, but the Ducks aim to maintain a strong run game.
This game marks a hiatus in the rivalry, with hopes for a revival in 2027 as both teams adjust to new conferences.
Oregon State's quarterback Maalik Murphy seeks to enhance team performance by focusing on execution and addressing previous challenges.

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Ducks Pursue Platypus

The Oregon Ducks and Oregon State Beavers will vie for the Platypus Trophy on September 20, symbolizing their rivalry.
Created in the late 1950s, the trophy has a history of thefts and remains unofficial.
Oregon's coach Dan Lanning aims to win the trophy, last displayed at Oregon in 2017.
Conference realignment creates uncertainty for the rivalry, with no meetings scheduled for 2026.
Trophy exchanges happen informally between alumni associations without a formal ceremony.

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Ducks vs. Beavers Rivalry

The Oregon Ducks will face the Oregon State Beavers for the 129th time on September 20, with the Ducks holding a 3-0 record compared to the Beavers' 0-3.
Coach Trent Bray of Oregon State notes the rivalry's reduced significance due to conference changes and NIL effects but stresses its importance for player morale.
Oregon's running back Noah Whittington is uncertain due to injury, but the Ducks aim to maintain a strong run game.
This game marks a hiatus in the rivalry, with hopes for a revival in 2027 as both teams adjust to new conferences.
Oregon State's quarterback Maalik Murphy seeks to enhance team performance by focusing on execution and addressing previous challenges.

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