Dan Lanning Reflects on Ohio State's Rose Bowl Victory Impact

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning has admitted that the Ducks' 41-21 loss to Ohio State in the Rose Bowl continues to haunt him, describing it as 'medicine' that keeps him up at night and motivates him to improve. The defeat was particularly bitter as Oregon entered the playoffs as the No. 1 seed, while Ohio State used the victory as a springboard toward a national championship under coach Ryan Day. Lanning credited the Buckeyes for being exceptionally well-coached and acknowledged they executed a game plan his team was unprepared for. He noted that both programs have sent many players to the next level, but emphasized the need for Oregon to learn from the defeat and ensure such a result doesn't happen again. Lanning drew parallels to other tough losses in sports, suggesting that such setbacks can fuel future growth. As Oregon looks to the future, Lanning remains driven by the desire to overcome this hurdle and prepare his team for renewed success.