Despite outgaining the Rams by nearly 100 yards, Oregon fell short, with their three fumbles and limited rushing attack not helping their cause.
Anthony Jones caught a touchdown pass from Bill Musgrave to tie the game back up as the first quarter ended soon after.
Gregg McCallum gave Oregon a lead on his 23-yard field goal early in the second quarter, but Tony Alford responded nearly four minutes later on a touchdown run.
With :23 remaining in the half, Sean Burwell caught a touchdown pass from Musgrave to give Oregon a 17–14 halftime lead.
It started on a muffed punt attempt that was recovered by Oregon in the end zone, resulting in a safety.
Musgrave threw to McClellan, but he fell short of the endzone, as the Rams held on to win the game.