number 1 Oregon Ducks They could have one of their star receivers available when they visit the Wisconsin Badgers in Week 12.

That’s Tez Johnson, who suffered a shoulder injury in the team’s Week 10 win. Michigan. ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that the injury ‘is not considered season-ending and (Johnson) is expected to return later this year.’

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Johnson leads the Ducks in all receiving categories with 64 receptions, 649 receiving yards and eight touchdowns through nine games.

Oregon is in action in Week 11, a home contest against a struggling Maryland team. The Ducks will then travel to Madison, Wisconsin. primetime week 12 competition.

According to Thamel, Johnson is ‘expected to return in the coming weeks,’ which could mean the Nov. 16 game against Wisconsin.

The Badgers are idle in Week 11 before hosting Oregon. They project to be a pretty underdog for the best team in the country, especially after a long period of time. Huge loss to rival Iowa.

Johnson’s availability will be an important story to watch as the matchup approaches, as will Oregon’s performance against Maryland while he’s likely on the bench.

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