5 Oregon Ducks winners and 2 losers who should be ashamed after win over USC

On Saturday Night, the Oregon Ducks went through all the emotions as the team battled USC in a massive showdown. Dante Moore left the game in an ambulance due to a disgusting hit, and it could've easily sent the team spiraling. Instead, Dan Lanning got the team to rally, and win for their quarterback, helping keep the season on track.

Even though some Ducks didn't have their best games, you can't blame anyone for the way they played, as it was a tough night for the team. Instead, 5 Ducks rallied to secure the win, while two Non-Ducks should leave the game feeling ashamed.

5 Oregon Ducks winners from the statement win over USC

Dylan Raiola - Quarterback

Dylan Raiola likely never imagined he'd see the field in this game, but with the disgusting hit that knocked Dante Moore out of the game, he was thrust into action. Rather than being overwhelmed by the moment, Raiola was exceptional and helped steady this team on an emotional night. It's unclear how long Dante Moore may be out, but it's clear Raiola is ready for whatever is thrown at him.

The Oregon offense led by Raiola showed guts in this game, and it gave the team a season-altering win. Even when USC went on a 10-0 run to tie the game, Raiola came up big, changing the play at the line of scrimmage and, with a defender in his face, delivered a strike to Dakorien Moore. On 4th down, Raiola came up big again, finding Evan Stewart and helped secure the win.

Dierre Hill Jr - Running Back

Oregon doesn't stand a chance in this game if not for the explosion Dierre Hill Jr. had in the third quarter. Hill finished the game with a staggering 105 receiving yards while rushing for 63 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Dylan Raiola was able to settle into this game because of how easy Hill made life with great gains after the catch.

Jamari Johnson - Tight End

The biggest question coming into this game was whether or not Jamari Johnson would play, and on Saturday Night he showed why he's so important. USC had no answer for Johnson as he set career highs with 7 catches for 119 yards. Johnson was clearly playing for his great friend Dante Moore, and he helped the team secure the win with a stellar showing.

Bear Alexander - Defensive Tackle

Playing against his former team, Bear Alexander helped the Ducks secure victory. The Oregon pass rush has caught a ton of negative press for their lack of production, and Alexander's sack in the first quarter helped set the tone.

Dan Lanning - Head Coach

On a Night where Oregon went through massive emotional swings, losing Dante Moore, Dan Lanning was a leader of men in the moment, going to war for his players. After several players were clearly shaken, Dan Lanning was able to settle everyone down, and the team banded together to secure a gutsy win on the road. Lanning didn't gamble at the end of the first half and settled for a field goal, while Lincoln Riley panicked with 7 minutes left in the 4th quarter, as the perfect show of the coaching advantage for the Ducks.

Two losers who should leave Oregon vs. USC embarrassed

Lincoln Riley - Head Coach

Before the season, Lincoln Riley declared that a championship window opened for USC, and on Saturday Night, Dan Lanning slammed it in his face. Riley got outcoached every step of the way, and even when the Trojans got to face a backup quarterback, they still had no answers. National media members will declare that Riley belongs on the hot seat, but every Oregon fan should hope this fraud stays employed for life.

Chris Simms - NBC

At halftime, the NBC panel had a chance to show compassion for the fact that Dante Moore just left the game in an ambulance, but instead Chris Simms made a fool out of himself. Simms decided to blame Dante Moore for sliding late when anyone could see that the USC defender had all the time in the world to pull up. When Simms rewatches the play, and the way USC celebrated the injury, he should be ashamed of himself.

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