Second-ranked Oregon dispatches Colorado 70-14

9:15 PM, Oct 27, 2012   |    comments
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October 27, 2012; Eugene, OR, USA; Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Terrel Smith (41) dives to tackle Oregon Ducks running back Kenjon Barner (24) in the first half at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-US PRESSWIRE

De'Anthony Thomas rushed for another score and added a 73-yard punt return for a touchdown before most of the Ducks' offensive starters were pulled midway through the second quarter. Redshirt freshman quarterback Marcus Mariota passed for 136 yards and two TDs.

The Ducks (8-0, 5-0 Pac-12) built a 56-0 lead by halftime and their 70 points were the most they'd ever scored against a conference opponent. It was Oregon's 11th straight overall victory dating to a 38-35 loss at home to USC last season.

Christian Powel rushed for 127 yards and two touchdowns for the Buffaloes (1-7, 1-4), who lost their fourth straight.

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