Marcus Mariota vs. Wyoming: Stats, Highlights, Twitter Reaction

Although Marcus Mariota and the Oregon Ducks got off to a slow start against Wyoming, they were able to eventually show why they are one of the best teams in the country by winning 48-14.

Mariota went 19-of-23 for 221 yards and two passing touchdowns to go with 71 yards and two touchdowns on the ground in less than three quarters. Of course, the stats were not as impressive as the plays themselves.

With the Ducks down 7-0 in the second quarter, they were finally able to get onto the scoreboard thanks to one of the team's patented lightning-fast drives:

The touchdown came on a 15-yard run by Mariota where he lowered his shoulder to ensure he got into the end zone:

Dwight Jaynes of CSN Northwest liked the read-option to get the score:

After Byron Marshall scored a 30-yard touchdown to take the lead, Mariota got his second rushing touchdown on the day on a 19-yard scramble with an incredible finish into the end zone:

Rob Moseley of GoDucks.com was impressed by the play:

Aaron J. Fentress of CSN Northwest saw that as a Heisman-winning moment for the young quarterback:

Bleacher Report's Matt Miller, who has been high on Mariota all year, thinks this is another reason for him to be the top pick in the NFL draft:

Even the simple plays were impressive, according to Bleacher Report's Curt Popejoy:

Mariota added to his strong day before the half with a touchdown pass to Devon Allen. Moseley noted that this extended a long streak for the passer:

He found a new target in the end zone for his fourth touchdown of the day, as explained by Mark Morical of The Bulletin:

This ended up being the starting quarterback's last play of the game, as he was taken out in favor of Jeff Lockie. Craig Pintens of GoDucks.com provided an impressive stat at the end of the performance:

Overall, this was another incredible effort from a player who has produced quite a few big games in his career.

While Oregon was not expected to have much trouble with Wyoming, every game is important in college football. The Ducks are looking to compete for a national championship, and any sign of struggle could be devastating to their perception.

The good news is that they have one of the best players in the nation in Mariota. If he keeps performing at his current level, Oregon will be in good shape.

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