The game between No. 8 Oregon and No. 17 USC is must-see TV in Week 13. Everything has aligned to make this one of the biggest matchups in the country, with the

Oregon has a clear path to the College Football Playoff, so long as they can win the final two games on their schedule. Likewise, if USC can pick up wins over the Ducks and the UCLA Bruins in the next two weeks, they could be in the playoff as well.

Noah Whittington burst through the line of scrimmage, dragged and then discarded seven defenders, high-stepped toward the end zone and, as he prepared to start his celebration, watched the ball slip from his hands.

It wasn't always pretty, but our guys are resilient,” Oregon coach Dan Lanning said. “They're tough. They can handle tough moments."

Following Oregon's win at Iowa, several Ducks players appeared to taunt Iowa fans, who responded by throwing beer cans and debris toward the players.

Minnesota has proven stout against the run this season, allowing 108.1 yards on 3.4 yards per carry. Opposing teams forced to pass must contend with a fierce pass rush that ranks fourth nationally, averaging 3.56 per game and totaling 32. The Gophers had seven sacks during their 23-20 overtime win over Michigan State on Nov. 1.

The No. 8 Oregon Ducks handled business on a record-setting night for quarterback Dante Moore. The Ducks cruised to a 42-13 victory over the Minnesota Golden Go