Oregon running back Royce Freeman (21), runs out of the tackle of Utah linebacker Evan Eggiman (31) in the second half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, in Salt Lake City. Oregon defeated Utah 30-28. (AP Photo/George Frey)

Date: Saturday, Nov. 18 at Oregon 

Time: TBA

TV: TBA 

Notable: Arizona's first meeting against Oregon since the 2014 Pac-12 championship game in which the Ducks beat UA 51-13. 

Star player to watch: Running back Royce Freeman. Freeman was slowed by injuries last season but still rushed for 945 yards and nine touchdowns. The previous year, Freeman rushed for 1,836 yards and 17 touchdowns. 

Breakdown: This isn’t a traditional rivalry by any means, but there’s unquestionably some rancor between the schools after Oregon poached two of Arizona’s 2017 commits, including QB Braxton Burmeister. Remember the last time the Wildcats visited Eugene? Things have changed dramatically since, on both sides. 


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