Liberty vs. Oregon Short Report | Jan 1, 2024
State Farm Stadium
Glendale, AZ
Jan 1, 2024
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Game Recap
The Oregon Ducks dominated the Liberty Flames at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl with an overwhelming 45-6 victory to conclude Liberty's previously undefeated season. The Flames, who had an impressive 13-game winning streak, were handily outplayed by Oregon. Liberty's only score came on their opening drive, a 17-yard touchdown pass from Kaidon Salter to Bentley Hanshaw, but a missed extra point left the Flames leading only 6-0.
From the second quarter onwards, it was a Ducks showcase. Bo Nix threw for five touchdowns and 363 yards, completing passes to four different receivers. Oregon's defense stymied Liberty's top-ranked rushing attack, holding them to just 168 rushing yards, well below their season average of 302.9. The Ducks' second-quarter surge, scoring four touchdowns, was pivotal, turning a tight game into a rout. This commanding performance showcases Oregon’s offensive depth and defensive prowess, marking an electrifying end to their 12-2 season.
Key Plays:
Kaidon Salter (Liberty Flames)
Kaidon Salter connected with Bentley Hanshaw on a 17-yard touchdown pass, capping a 75-yard drive to give Liberty an early 6-0 lead after a missed extra point.
Bo Nix (Oregon Ducks)
Bo Nix's 2-yard touchdown pass to Gary Bryant Jr. was set up by a 44-yard run by Bucky Irving, giving Oregon a 10-6 lead and sparking a scoring spree for the Ducks.
Bo Nix (Oregon Ducks)
Nix found Terrance Ferguson in the end zone for a 2-yard touchdown, extending Oregon's lead to 17-6 after a 75-yard drive.
Bo Nix (Oregon Ducks)
Nix connected with Kenyon Sadiq for a 3-yard touchdown, capping a 95-yard drive and pushing the score to 24-6.
Bo Nix (Oregon Ducks)
Nix threw a 17-yard touchdown pass to Traeshon Holden just before halftime, capping an 82-yard drive and giving Oregon a commanding 31-6 lead.
Bo Nix (Oregon Ducks)
Bo Nix's 24-yard touchdown pass to Tez Johnson set the Fiesta Bowl record for most passing touchdowns in a game, making the score 38-6. This capped a 7-play, 75-yard drive to start the second half.
Bucky Irving (Oregon Ducks)
Bucky Irving's 1-yard touchdown run finished off a 13-play, 82-yard drive, solidifying the Ducks' lead at 45-6 early in the fourth quarter.
Steve Stephens IV (Oregon Ducks)
Steve Stephens IV intercepted Kaidon Salter's pass, stopping Liberty's drive and setting up a scoring drive for Oregon just before halftime.
Standout Players:
Bo Nix (Oregon Ducks, QB)
Bo Nix orchestrated a high-octane offensive display, completing 28 of 35 passes for 363 yards and five touchdowns. Nix set the Fiesta Bowl record for most touchdown passes in a game, cementing his legacy with a superb bowl game performance.
Tez Johnson (Oregon Ducks, WR)
Tez Johnson led all receivers with 11 receptions for 172 yards and a 24-yard touchdown. His clutch catches were pivotal, especially his longest, a 40-yard reception setting up a touchdown just before halftime.
Bucky Irving (Oregon Ducks, RB)
Bucky Irving's powerful running game, amassing 117 yards on 14 carries and scoring a 1-yard touchdown, established the ground dominance for Oregon. His 44-yard run notably set up a key touchdown in the second quarter.
Gary Bryant Jr. (Oregon Ducks, WR)
Bryant was pivotal in turning the game around for Oregon, catching four passes for 62 yards, including a critical 2-yard touchdown reception that gave the Ducks the lead in the second quarter.
Kaidon Salter (Liberty Flames, QB)
Kaidon Salter showed early promise by completing 15 of 24 passes for 126 yards and a touchdown. Despite struggling against Oregon's defense, he broke several program records in total offense and touchdowns for Liberty this season.
Steve Stephens IV (Oregon Ducks, DB)
Stephens recorded a crucial interception in the second quarter, stalling Liberty’s drive and setting up a quick touchdown for the Ducks. His defensive play was a turning point in the game.
References:
Liberty Flames vs. Oregon Ducks - Final Score - January 01, 2024 | FOX Sports
Liberty University Flames
SIDEARM Integrations
Highlights: Oregon 45-6 Liberty in NCAAF | January 1, 2024 - VAVEL USA
Liberty vs Oregon Football Game Summary - January 1st, 2024 | NCAA.com
Fiesta Bowl: Ducks dominate No. 18 Liberty Flames 45-6
Oregon Football Routs Liberty, 45-6 - Addicted To Quack
Fiesta Bowl 2024 Game Thread - Addicted To Quack
Archives - Page 15 - Addicted To Quack
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