Postseason
Game-by-Game Results
Key wins
- 30-7 vs Texas
Key losses
- 26-20 vs Stanford
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Mariota finished 2nd in Heisman voting in 2013 behind Florida State's Jameis Winston. He threw for 3,665 yards and 31 TDs with 4 INTs, and rushed for 715 yards and 9 TDs. He would win the Heisman the following year. Read about Mariota's Heisman season.
Oregon lost twice in 2013: to Stanford 26-20 at home and to Arizona 42-16 in Tucson. The Stanford loss knocked Oregon out of national championship contention. Arizona was a shocking blowout. Oregon bounced back to win the Alamo Bowl. See the Oregon vs Stanford rivalry.
Helfrich went 11-2 in his first year as head coach in 2013 after replacing Chip Kelly, who left for the Philadelphia Eagles. Oregon beat Texas 30-7 in the Alamo Bowl. See all coaching eras.
De'Anthony Thomas (DAT) was one of the most electrifying players in Oregon history. In 2013, he had 594 rushing yards, 24 receptions, and scored touchdowns as a runner, receiver, and return man. His speed made Chip Kelly's and Helfrich's spread offenses lethal. See the best players in Oregon history.
Oregon beat Texas 30-7 in the Alamo Bowl to finish 11-2. Mariota threw for 253 yards and 3 TDs. It was a dominant performance to cap Helfrich's first season. See all Oregon postseason history.
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