The Oregon Ducks’ recent three-game losing streak in the Big Ten has knocked them out of the AP Top 25 Poll, a dramatic fall from their earlier success. Once ranked No. 9, Oregon’s losses to Minnesota, UCLA, and Nebraska have dropped them to No. 30 in the latest rankings, with just 39 points in the poll.
After starting strong with impressive early-season wins over ranked teams like Alabama and Texas A&M, the Ducks have struggled in conference play, now sitting at 5-6 in Big Ten matchups. Their once-promising position has been marred by poor performances and a lack of intensity, as Coach Dana Altman expressed disappointment after the Nebraska loss, citing that the team was outworked.
With tough games ahead against No. 24 Michigan and No. 9 Michigan State on the road, the Ducks face a critical challenge. If they can manage to beat either of these heavyweights, they could rekindle their hopes of reentering the Top 25 with a strong 18-6 record and a solid 7-6 conference standing.
