Dillon Gabriel, Oregon Impress CFB Fans with Blowout Rivalry Win vs. Oregon State

Zach BacharContributor ISeptember 14, 2024

CORVALLIS, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 14: Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oregon Ducks runs with the ball for a touchdown while pursued by Nikko Taylor #25 of the Oregon State Beavers during the first half at Reser Stadium on September 14, 2024 in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Soobum Im/Getty Images

Oregon's Dillon Gabriel wrapped up another fantastic performance on Saturday, leading the Ducks to a 49-14 win over rival Oregon State.

Gabriel finished 20-of-24 for 291 yards and two touchdowns without recording an interception. He also showed off his ability to make plays with his legs, adding 64 yards and another score on the ground.

The 23-year-old was given excellent protection from his offensive line, as he was able to stay comfortable in the pocket and find open receivers. Gabriel completed his first 15 pass attempts, leading the Ducks to a 22-14 advantage at halftime.

Oregon Football @oregonfootball
All day to throw and 8️⃣ found his man. <a href="https://twitter.com/_dillongabriel_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_dillongabriel_</a> 🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/Traeski11?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Traeski11</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoDucks?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoDucks</a> <a href="https://t.co/fu4CZYP64I">pic.twitter.com/fu4CZYP64I</a>

He also jumped ahead of former Wake Forest and Notre Dame signal-caller Sam Hartman for the No. 5 spot on the NCAA career passing yards list.

Wide receiver Tez Johnson was Gabriel's favorite target on Saturday, hauling in seven receptions for 110 yards. Running back Jayden Limar also made an impact in the pass game, catching two passes for 71 yards and a touchdown.

FOX College Football @CFBONFOX
Jayden Limar was GONE 😮‍💨<a href="https://twitter.com/oregonfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@oregonfootball</a> is running away with it vs Oregon State <a href="https://t.co/NYaEREgjbL">pic.twitter.com/NYaEREgjbL</a>

Oregon's defense stifled the Beavers' offense throughout the second half, allowing zero points.

✨ Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content

Fans were amazed by the performance from Gabriel and Oregon.

Bleacher Report @BleacherReport
There goes Dillon Gabriel for the TD 🔥 (via <a href="https://twitter.com/CFBONFOX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CFBONFOX</a>) <a href="https://t.co/O4ZR1vWhJz">pic.twitter.com/O4ZR1vWhJz</a>

𝔗𝔥𝔢 𝔇𝔢𝔱𝔯𝔬𝔦𝔱 𝔗𝔦𝔪𝔢𝔰 📰 @the_det_times
Dude is FASTTT

Zachary Neel @zacharycneel
There are those wheels from Dillon Gabriel. Incredible fake-pitch on the option. Great burst upfield. GREAT downfield block from T-Ferg. That's the Oregon offense.

Jonathan Stewart @Jonathanstewar1
Dillon Gabriel playing like it's personal out there today!

Eric Hovland @EricJHovland
Dillon Gabriel looking comfortable using his legs to make plays today. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoDucks?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoDucks</a>

Colin Cowherd @colincowherd
Oregon has officially found its groove again.

reid, masoli truck stick enjoyer @pac10reid
dillon gabriel with a clean pocket <a href="https://t.co/IXueymhNi1">pic.twitter.com/IXueymhNi1</a>

💫 @NewMediaSports_
Dillon Gabriel is a baller man

After defeating Idaho and Boise State by a combined 13 points in the first two weeks of the season, the Ducks had much more breathing room against Oregon State as they moved to 3-0 on Saturday.

B/R Recommends