Ducks vs. Arizona

The Ducks travel to Arizona this week to face a "rebuilding" Wildcat team. Once again, the challenge is to play to their capability, and not to the level of their opponent. While last week's win over Washington was convincing, there were still too many mistakes. In the first have, the first two offensive possessions were each one play turnovers, and the clock management at the end of the half was horrific. Driving 97 yards and failing to put points on the board is NOT GOOD. In the second half, the defense gave up 2 long, time consuming drives that both resulted in touchdowns. Both were aided by penalties against the Ducks. Take away those issues, and Washington would have been simply annihilated.

So, the press has been singing the praises of the Arizona secondary. So this could be a chance for Clemens to prove his "Heisman-worthiness". Or, the Ducks could take the opportunity to showcase their loaded backfield and just run the ball down Arizona's throat. I'm sure that Whitehead, Stewart, Johnson, and Jackson wouldn't mind the challenge. On the other side of the ball, I think the defense is going to dominate. The oddsmakers were generous with Arizona this week. My prediction: Ducks by 21.

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