Riding a 9-game winning streak entering the game, a veteran BYU squad led by seniors John Beck, Curtis Brown, Jonny Harline, and Justin Robinson dominated Oregon from the start.
Harline, an All-American tight end, earned MVP honors with 9 catches for 181 yards and a score.
Robinson had 2 interceptions and led a strong effort by the Cougar defense that held the Ducks to just 120 yards through the first three quarters of play.
Oregon had attempted to confuse BYU by alternating Dennis Dixon and Brady Leaf at quarterback, but it seemed to backfire, as the Ducks' offense never established any rhythm.
Oregon's only touchdown came on a 47-yard pass play in the fourth quarter, after the game's outcome had already been decided.