We don't think Barner is playing. He's back in practice but it's unknown the level of contact he's allowed.
Ducks 38 USC 35 The Ducks WILL win if they take care of the football. The only way we can lose is if we're sloppy and turn the ball over 3, 4, 5 times. I'm a little worried about Thomas going into this game. He's never played in a game like this. Sure the Stanford game was #4 vs #9, but it was at home and it was early in the season and it didn't garner as much media attention. Going into this Game at USC, with their history, and that Marching Band/Fight Song . . . I just hope he keeps his cool. On paper, the Ducks should win easy. In fact, if USC put Washington State Jerseys on and the game was played on a neutral site UO wins big (15+ points). With a National Championship on the line and all the other intangibles, I'm nervous about this game. But if we protect the ball, we win.
