PASADENA, Calif. — As the No. 8 Oregon Ducks gear up for their face-off against UCLA, they will have to navigate the game without eight crucial players due to injuries. This situation poses a significant threat to their undefeated record as they enter the game with a perfect 3-0.

Among the players ruled out are offensive lineman Matthew Bedford, who is still recovering from a left knee injury sustained during fall camp, and wide receiver Gary Bryant Jr., dealing with a leg injury. Bedford faced a setback during the recent bye week, and Bryant has been absent from practice since September 5 — both will undoubtedly be missed on the field.

In addition to Bedford and Bryant, defensive backs Jahlil Florence (knee), Dakoda Fields (knee), and Zach Grisham (unspecified injuries) will not be in action. The Ducks are also missing offensive lineman Dave Iuli (toe), defensive lineman My’Keil Gardner (right foot), and kicker Andrew Boyle (unspecified), further depleting their roster.

On the other side, UCLA is also grappling with injury concerns. Offensive linemen Jack Clarke and Kory Symington are listed as questionable, while the Bruins have a staggering 19 players sidelined, including former Oregon defensive tackle Keanu Williams, who is out for the season due to a knee injury.

Kickoff for this highly anticipated matchup is set for 8 p.m. PT at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. Fans can catch the action live on Fox, with options to stream it for free through providers like Fubo and DirecTV Stream offering trials.

The stakes are high as Oregon seeks to maintain its perfect season against a struggling UCLA team currently sitting at 1-2. Will the Ducks overcome these injuries and continue their winning streak, or will the Bruins take advantage of the gaps in Oregon's lineup? Tune in to witness what promises to be an electrifying encounter!