Anything can happen over 7-8 more conference games. But the Ducks have won with toughness and defense, having maintained or extended an early lead, or coming from behind, then winning by multiple scores. This bodes well. 

#2 USC at 1.5 games behind has to play 4 away/4 at home. Ducks over 4 weeks play 2 away, then 3 at home over 2 weeks for some R&R, then 2 in LA. I like their chances.