Whenever Oregon coach Dan Lanning hits the road with donors and support groups, he most frequently is asked about the Ducks’ yearly matchup against Washington.

Saturday’s meeting with the Huskies in Seattle will not only be an opportunity for Washington (8-3) to earn its fourth win in five tries in the 117-game series, but it also will be a pivotal game for No. 5 Oregon (11-1, No. 6 CFP) and its playoff chances, which could take a serious hit with a loss. Washington coach Jedd Fisch is amply aware of such.

“Beating Oregon does a lot for me,” Fisch said Monday. “Knocking them out is just another part of it. But, we want to do everything we possibly can to get a win on Saturday.”

It won’t be easy for the Huskies, though they are hosting Oregon and Lanning has a 1-3 record in the rivalry s

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