Dylan Raiola throws for 257 yards and two touchdowns, Dierre Hill Jr. scores twice, and Dan Lanning's aggressive play-calling fuels a stunning comeback from a 14-point deficit in Columbus.
The Ducks, ranked No. 23 in the initial College Football Playoff rankings, overcame an early 14-0 deficit behind quarterback Dylan Raiola, running back Dierre Hill Jr. and a series of aggressive decisions by coach Dan Lanning that transformed the Big Ten showdown.
Raiola completed 25 of 40 passes for 257 yards and two touchdowns, while Hill rushed for 75 yards and two scores. Freshman receiver Brandon Smith caught a touchdown pass early in the fourth quarter to complete Oregon's 38-point scoring surge.
The victory kept Oregon in the College Football Playoff conversation and delivered a rare collapse for Ohio State, which had not lost a home game after leading by 14 points in 25 years, according to Oregon's game report.
"Lot of credit to our players for really not flinching, not blinking when you're down 14, and to just keep fighting," Lanning said. "We've proven that we can be a team that's been in tough battles and can battle back."
Ohio State dominates early before Oregon finds its rhythm
Ohio State appeared poised to control the game after building a 14-0 first-quarter lead, capitalizing on Oregon's early offensive struggles and converting critical third-down opportunities.
The Buckeyes converted all three of their third-down attempts on their opening scoring possession, establishing an offensive rhythm that initially kept Oregon's defense on its heels.
But the Ducks gradually adjusted.
