No. 9 Oregon beat No. 20 Iowa 18-16 on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium.

Here are 10 takeaways from the game as the Ducks (8-1, 5-1 Big Ten) return to host Minnesota on Friday.

1) A statement win

There are bigger Oregon wins under Dan Lanning. Against higher-ranked opponents. At tougher venues. But circumstances made this the most impressive win of Lanning’s tenure.

To outrun Iowa at Kinnick Stadium, effectively as a one-dimensional offense without three of its best receiving weapons and a starting offensive tackle, is absolutely stunning.

To mount a comeback in 1:51, with one of the best throws of the season, at a place where top 10 opponents have historically tripped up, is a massive display of mettle.

Add in the stakes: Iowa’s College Football Playoff hopes are now over. Oregon would

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