Despite giving up four turnovers , Ohio State beat Oregon , 42 -- 20 , with MVP performances from running back Ezekiel Elliott and safety Tyvis Powell .
The Buckeyes were again underdogs as the # 2 - ranked Ducks were favored by seven points .
Despite giving up four turnovers , Ohio State beat Ducks , 42 -- 20 , with MVP performances from running back Ezekiel Elliott and safety Tyvis Powell .
The Buckeyes were again underdogs as the # 2 - ranked Ducks were favored by seven points .