Ugly Incident Mars Oregon’s Upset Victory
In a shocking display of unsportsmanlike conduct, Oregon wide receiver Traeshon Holden was ejected from Saturday night’s game against Ohio State for spitting in the face of Buckeyes cornerback Davison Igbinosun.
The Incident Unfolds
The controversy erupted shortly after Holden hauled in a 32-yard pass. Two plays later, video replay revealed the disturbing incident, which occurred as Holden went out for a pass in the end zone. Igbinosun, visibly shaken, temporarily left the field before returning to the game.
Aftermath and Consequences
Holden was swiftly escorted off the field and into the tunnel, where he removed his helmet and threw it in frustration. The Ducks were forced to settle for a field goal due to the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, narrowly taking the lead 15-14. Despite the setback, Oregon went on to secure a thrilling 32-31 upset victory over the No. 2 Buckeyes.
Key Player Sidelined
In another significant blow to the Buckeyes, star left tackle Josh Simmons was carted off the field in the second quarter and did not return. This compounded the team’s woes, having already lost right guard Tegra Tshabola to an injury earlier in the game.
A Cloudy Moment in an Otherwise Bright Performance
Holden, a senior, had been a key contributor to the Ducks’ offense, entering the weekend as the team’s second-leading receiver with 19 catches for 274 yards. While his actions marred an otherwise impressive performance, Oregon’s stunning win will undoubtedly be remembered for years to come.
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