Oregon Ducks Prepare for Rose Bowl vs. Ohio State

The Oregon Ducks are preparing for their rematch against Ohio State in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day after defeating Penn State in the Big Ten championship and securing a No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff. Oregon has had extra time to rest and recover, with practices adjusted to focus on recuperation and self-study. Meanwhile, Penn State is set to play Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl, marking their longest season yet as they aim for a record 13 wins. Boise State, coming off a Mountain West Championship win, is balancing rest with preparation and remains optimistic despite being underdogs. Key players like Heisman runner-up Ashton Jeanty and offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter emphasize the importance of rest in their playoff readiness. The Ducks, led by coach Dan Lanning, emphasize the strategic advantage of extra preparation time against a strong Ohio State team that recently beat Tennessee.