Oregon's Dante Moore Unlikely to Play Against UCLA; Dylan Raiola Set to Start
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore is expected to miss the upcoming game against UCLA as he continues to recover from a concussion. Despite returning to practice this week, sources indicate that he is unlikely to play on Saturday.
Coach Dan Lanning confirmed that Moore participated in practice but emphasized the team's cautious approach regarding his health. Moore suffered a concussion following a hit during a game against USC on September 26, which required him to be stretchered off the field.
With Moore's status uncertain, backup quarterback Dylan Raiola is poised to make his first start for the Ducks. Raiola, a former five-star recruit who transferred from Nebraska, performed well in relief of Moore against USC, throwing for 289 yards and two touchdowns. Lanning expressed confidence in Raiola's abilities, noting his accuracy and decision-making during practice.
