Oregon Ducks Face Maryland Amidst Injuries

The Oregon Ducks, ranked No. 1 in the nation, are set to face the Maryland Terrapins, known for their strong passing game, in an upcoming matchup. Despite being undefeated, Oregon is dealing with injuries to key players like Tez Johnson and Marcus Harper II, though they may regain wide receiver Gary Bryant Jr. for the game. The Ducks' defense, bolstered by cornerbacks Jabbar Muhammad and Nikko Reed, will be crucial in countering Maryland's prolific passing attack led by Billy Edwards Jr. Meanwhile, North Carolina narrowly avoided an upset against Elon, highlighting their need for improvement in defensive communication and offensive execution against zone defenses. In other college sports news, Utah State achieved a significant 55-point victory over Alcorn State under new head coach Jerrod Calhoun, who emphasized defensive strength and team depth.