Michigan at Autzen: Primetime Under the Lights
Nov 14, 2026 | Autzen Stadium, Eugene | Last: W 38-17 (2024)
Nov 14,
Game Day
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Autzen Stadium
9-4
Michigan 2025
Medium-High
Confidence
First time hosting Michigan at Autzen Stadium. Oregon won 38-17 in 2024 and has won the last two meetings by a combined 77-24. Michigan is rebuilding after Jim Harbaugh's departure but they are still Michigan. The winged helmet still travels. This is a primetime home game against a blue blood, six days after Ohio State. The emotional carryover from Columbus (win or lose) will define how Oregon plays this one.
Key Matchups
Post-Ohio State hangover (or momentum)
If Oregon wins in Columbus, this team comes home on fire and Autzen will be shaking. If Oregon loses, the question is whether they can recover in six days. Lanning's "Next Play" mentality has never been more important.
Oregon's home dominance
Michigan's rebuild
Sherrone Moore took over from Harbaugh and the 2025 season was a step back (8-5). The talent is still there but the culture is shifting. Oregon should have the edge at every skill position.
Score Prediction
What to Watch
Autzen's energy. If Oregon beat Ohio State the week before, this could be one of the great nights in stadium history. The crowd will know they are watching something special. Also: this is the game recruits see. Every five-star in the 2028 class will be watching.
Pre-season analysis. Predictions are for entertainment. Coach: Sherrone Moore.
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you hear it building...
end of the third quarter...
54,000 on their feet
AUTZEN IS SHAKING
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