1917 University of Oregon Rose Bowl Champions

The Penn Quakers, with three all-Americans, were dazed by the uncelebrated team from the University of Oregon in the 1917 Rose Bowl. The Duck’s victory, in their first ever bowl appearance, resulted from their gritty defense and methodical offense. The Quakers’ 3000-mile drive home provided painful thoughts about the emerging west and the end of the east’s athletic dominance. Oregon went undefeated during the 1916 season, outscoring their opponents, 244-17.