Crain & Cone Oregon DESTROYS Texas Tech | College Football Playoff Round 2 INSTANT REACTION
Jan 6, 2026
The hosts provide an electrifying analysis of Oregon's stunning victory over Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl. They commend Oregon's defense for its dominance, while criticizing Texas Tech's offensive failures and predictability. Standout defensive plays and questions about Oregon's ability to maintain elite performance are discussed. Quarterback dynamics and strategic play-calling options also receive scrutiny, alongside the impact of key players. The excitement builds as they tease upcoming reactions to more playoff games.
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Oregon's Defense Set The Tone
- Oregon dominated Texas Tech defensively and deserved credit for the win.
- The hosts called Texas Tech's offensive performance unacceptable and collapse-like.
Stop Playing Predictably On Offense
- Avoid putting an offense in a position to quit by being predictable and timid on play calls.
- Attack with varied calls and push the ball downfield to prevent defensive control.
Four-Man Pressure Worked
- Oregon's defense pressured Texas Tech with four and still got home consistently.
- That approach forced conservative play calling and limited Texas Tech's usual explosiveness.