No. 5 Oregon starts its CFP campaign with a matchup against 12-seed James Madison on Saturday, in what will be the first-ever playoff game held at Autzen Stadium. The Ducks are a heavy favorite, and many of our experts predict them to make a deep playoff run after beating the Dukes.

Oregon enters the College Football Playoff with both momentum and opportunity. According to ESPN analyst Jordan Rodgers, no team in the first round is better positioned to make a legitimate championship run than the Ducks.

The Oregon Ducks football team lists three key wide receivers as questionable Wednesday ahead of its College Football Playoff matchup vs. JMU

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore is reportedly interested in jumping into the 2026 NFL Draft under certain circumstances.

Of teams with a first-round bye, Texas Tech has the toughest path to the national championship. Barring a James Madison, Texas Tech would begin their playoff against No. 5 Oregon followed by potential matchups vs. Indiana, Oklahoma or Alabama.

In anticipation for an Oregon vs. Texas Tech meeting in the CFP quarterfinals, early betting lines were released on Thursday.

Oregon Ducks defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi said his decision not to leave the team during the CFP was a 'deal breaker.'

Tosh Lupoi explains why leaving Oregon before the CFP was never an option after accepting the Cal head coaching job.