Oregon to Start Brock Thomas at Quarterback Against Nebraska

Oregon has opted to start third-string quarterback Brock Thomas instead of Dylan Raiola in their upcoming game against Nebraska, a decision made as the Ducks seek to keep their College Football Playoff aspirations alive.

This will mark the first career start for Thomas, who has been practicing with the first team throughout the week. Coach Dan Lanning discussed the rationale behind the change, noting that Raiola's recent performance against UCLA, where he struggled with accuracy and turnovers, influenced the decision.

Thomas, a senior from Eugene, has limited game experience but has shown promise in his brief appearances, completing 72.2% of his passes for 302 yards and two touchdowns. The Ducks, who began the season with championship expectations, are now facing significant challenges and will rely on Thomas to lead the team in a critical matchup.