A game that delivered early hope for Spartan fans quickly turned into a loud Duck party in Autzen Stadium. 

The first Big Ten matchup between MSU and Oregon ended as a forgetful one for the Spartans, who were outmatched by the No. 6 team in the country, 31-10. 

During MSU's first drive after it held Oregon to a three-and-out, the red zone yips that plagued the Spartans last week came into play once again in Eugene, OR.

After sophomore quarterback Aidan Chiles threw a 44-yard strike on fourth down to freshman wide receiver Nick Marsh to set up first and goal, Chiles’ continuing turnover problem ended another drive in the red area for MSU.

On first and goal at the two-yard-line, the 19-year-old quarterback rolled out on a play-action pass. When nobody was open, he tucked the ball and made an attempt for the goal line, only to be hit by Oregon defenders and fumble. 

Its first drive was the last gasp Michigan State's offense mustered until the game was out of reach, producing 185 yards and making it past midfield twice for the rest of the game. 

Chiles finished 10-for-17 for 154 yards. He added 29 yards on 12 carries, showing off a few designed quarterback option plays. His top receivers were wide receiver Montorie Foster Jr. and tight end Jack Velling, who finished with a combined seven receptions worth 90 yards.  

Defensively, two poor decisions by Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel saved MSU from trailing four or five possessions at halftime instead of 21-0. While Gabriel had his highlights, the Spartans did what they could to stop a Heisman candidate quarterback. 

Gabriel finished the game 20-for-32 for 257 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. The pair of MSU takeaways were credited to defensive backs Chuck Brantley and Malik Spencer, who capitalized on risky throws from Gabriel inside the 10-yard-line. 

Oregon's running game dominated MSU's defense. Junior running back Jordan James, who ripped off long run after long run, finished the night with 24 rushes for 166 yards and one touchdown. 

Oregon's stout offensive line opened up gaping holes to allow James the space MSU's running backs haven't had.

On the ground, the Ducks finished with 214 yards and two touchdowns, while MSU combined for only 43 yards and one late touchdown by sixth year running back Kay’Ron Lynch-Adams.

Turnovers ruled the first ten minutes of football at Autzen Stadium. First, it was Chiles' blunder. Then, the turnover bug bit Oregon right back.

With the stadium rocking following Chiles' fumble, Gabriel and his offense took the field, piercing MSU's defense and driving down the field. On third and goal from the MSU one-yard-line, Gabriel rolled out, forced a late pass and was picked on a dive by Spencer. 

The ensuing Duck drive proved costly for MSU's defense, which couldn’t handle the bulk of the balanced attack. Oregon moved the ball down the field and scored on a designed quarterback run to go up 7-0.

After the Duck offense cruised its way inside the red zone, Gabriel threw his second interception on a telegraphed pass, this time picked by Brantley.

These stops wouldn’t amount to anything, as the struggling Spartan offense couldn’t get the ball rolling against a stronger, seasoned Oregon defense. 

All game, the Duck reliance on James became an underrated aspect of Oregon's offense. His sheer strength and quick cuts weakened the Spartan front seven as he picked up a staggering amount of chunk plays.

James and Oregon found themselves back in the red zone, where the the player of the night punched it in himself, putting Oregon up 14-0.

On Oregon's ensuing drive, a two-minute offense ripped away the Spartans' hope as Gabriel hit junior wide receiver Evan Stewart in the back corner of the end zone. The Ducks led 21-0 and put the stamp on their first Big Ten home win. 

When the second half rolled around, the story of Duck dominance held true. MSU didn't have the momentum or confidence to hit back outside of two late scoring drives. 

MSU moves on to a seemingly needed bye week before returning to Spartan Stadium to face Iowa.