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Arizona State men's swimming team broke the NCAA record in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:20.55 at the Pac-12 Championship, surpassing NC State's previous record. The team's strong performance was highlighted by impressive splits from Jack Dolan, Leon Marchand, Ilya Kharun, and Jonny Kulow, setting new overall and meet records for the Pac-12.
The UW Huskies emerged as the 2023 Pac-12 champions after defeating rival Oregon 34-31 in a thrilling rematch. With a perfect 13-0 record, Washington is likely to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff. Head coach Kalen DeBoer has led the team to a 20-game winning streak, and their stellar performance against Oregon showcased the talents of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the receiver trio of Rome Odunze, Jalen McMillan, and Ja'Lynn Polk. The Huskies' next destination could be either the Rose Bowl or the Sugar Bowl on New Year's Day.
Oregon quarterback Bo Nix is emotional after the team's loss to Washington in the Pac-12 championship, unsure about his participation in the upcoming bowl game. Nix, a fifth-year senior, had a standout season but couldn't secure a victory against Washington. With the season over, Nix reflects on his college football career and hints at a potential move to the NFL. Despite the disappointment, he acknowledges that there is more to life than football and plans to enjoy the journey ahead.
Oregon quarterback Bo Nix expresses disappointment after his team's loss in the Pac-12 Championship, but remains undecided about his future, whether to play in the team's upcoming bowl game or prepare for the NFL Draft. Nix acknowledges the tough nature of football and praises his counterpart, Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Despite the loss, Nix reflects on the enjoyable experience of playing in the game. Oregon's defeat likely eliminates them from the College Football Playoff, while Nix's impressive career statistics position him as one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NCAA history.
Dan Lanning, the coach of the Oregon Ducks, expressed his disappointment after their loss to the Washington Huskies in the Pac-12 Championship game. Lanning acknowledged that starting off slow and struggling on third down hurt their chances. He praised quarterback Bo Nix for his performance and resilience, but noted that the team couldn't establish the run effectively. Lanning also credited Washington for their strong play in critical moments and emphasized the need to improve in those situations. Despite the loss, Lanning sees the season as a building block and looks forward to finishing strong in a bowl game.
In the final Pac-12 championship game before conference realignment, No. 3 Washington held off No. 5 Oregon in an epic battle to win 34-31. Washington dominated early, but Oregon erased a 17-point deficit to take the lead. However, Washington responded with a touchdown and a late defensive stop to secure the victory. The win all but secures Washington's spot in the College Football Playoff, while Oregon's playoff hopes are likely dashed.
The highly anticipated Pac-12 Championship game between Washington and Oregon is set for Friday, with the Ducks favored by 9.5 points. Despite Washington's undefeated record, analysts believe Oregon is the better team but have doubts about them winning by double digits. Both experts predict Oregon will win the game, but Washington will cover the spread. The game will be broadcast on ABC at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Despite the UW Huskies being ranked No. 3 and having previously beaten the No. 5 Oregon Ducks, they are considered big underdogs in the upcoming Pac-12 Championship. Analyst Brock Huard attributes this to Oregon's dominant performances, complete team, and game control in recent games. The Huskies' kicker missing a field goal in their previous matchup also plays a role. However, Huard suggests that being the underdog could motivate the Huskies and fuel their performance in the championship game.
Oregon State Beavers head coach Jonathan Smith praised Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix as "legit" after the Beavers' 31-7 loss to their rival. Smith also discussed his team's performance, the upcoming Pac-12 championship game between Oregon and Washington, and addressed rumors about his potential move to Michigan State. He expressed uncertainty about his future and emphasized the need for his team to stay focused amidst external distractions.
No. 6 Oregon dominated No. 16 Oregon State with a 31-7 victory, securing their spot in the Pac-12 Championship Game. Bo Nix had a stellar performance, throwing for 367 yards and three touchdowns, boosting his Heisman Trophy candidacy. Oregon's defense shut down Oregon State's ground game, holding them to only 53 rushing yards. The Ducks will face Washington in the final Pac-12 Championship Game before both teams move to the Big Ten next season.
The undefeated No. 5-ranked UW Huskies secured their spot in the Pac-12 Championship game after defeating No. 10-ranked Oregon State 22-20. With a perfect 11-0 record, Washington will face either Oregon or Arizona in the conference championship. Oregon is the favorite, but Arizona still has a chance to make it if they win against Arizona State and Oregon loses to Oregon State. The Huskies will wrap up their regular season with the Apple Cup against Washington State.
No. 6 Oregon and USC face off in a highly anticipated game with College Football Playoff and Pac-12 Championship implications. USC recently fired defensive coordinator Alex Grinch and elevated Shaun Nua and Brian Odom as interim co-coordinators. Oregon's high-powered offense poses a challenge for USC's defense. Both teams are vying for the Pac-12 title, with USC hoping to jump ahead of Oregon in the standings. The game will be televised on Fox and can be streamed on fubo.
No. 8 Oregon will face No. 13 Utah in a crucial Pac-12 matchup as both teams vie for a spot in the conference championship game. Oregon leads the series history but Utah has a strong home-field advantage, boasting a 29-1 record in their last 30 home games. Utah will be without their starting quarterback, Cam Rising, but Bryson Barnes has shown promise. Oregon's high-flying offense, led by quarterback Bo Nix, ranks second in scoring and total offense. The game is expected to be close, with Oregon favored by 6.5 points.