In a thrilling Pac-12 Championship game, No. 3 Washington defeated No. 5 Oregon 34-31, led by a stellar performance from Michael Penix Jr. who passed for 319 yards and a touchdown. Dillon Johnson also contributed significantly, running for 152 yards and two TDs. With this win, Washington has clinched a spot in the College Football Playoff.
It was an important game that may mark the end of the Pac-12 Championship as most of the teams are set to move to different conferences next season, leaving only Oregon State and Washington State in the Pac-12. This victory also marks Washington’s return to the CFP, as they were the last Pac-12 team to make it in the 2016 season.
Despite being underdogs, Washington managed to outplay Oregon, scoring two crucial touchdowns in the fourth quarter to secure a 34-24 lead. Although Oregon scored a late touchdown, they failed to recover the onside kick, ending their six-game winning streak. Washington’s dominant performance was highlighted by two of their receivers, Jalen McMillan and Rome Odunze, each recording over 100 yards in receptions.
Oregon’s Bo Nix put up a strong fight, passing for 239 yards and three touchdowns, while also rushing for 69 yards. The game was packed with big plays and high-scoring action, making it an exciting spectacle for football fans.
This victory brings Washington’s record in the Pac-12 Championship to 3-0, while Oregon stands at 4-2 in the championship games.
Unique Perspective:
It’s interesting to see how the landscape of college football could be changing with teams moving to different conferences. The transition could bring about new rivalries and dynamics in the sport. As Washington secures their spot in the College Football Playoff, it will be fascinating to see how they perform on the national stage.
