Oregon QB Dante Moore turns down $50 million in NFL to stay in school amid growing NIL appeal
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Key Points:
- Oregon Ducks quarterback Moore, a top NFL draft prospect, announced he will stay in college for the 2026 season, delaying his professional career to further develop his skills and pursue team goals.
- Moore has benefited from the expanding name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities, earning endorsements from major brands and accumulating a net worth of $2.3 million, making him the highest-earning Oregon Duck athlete.
- The NCAA's NIL policy changes, following a 2021 Supreme Court ruling and a 2023 House settlement, now allow college athletes to receive significant compensation, including direct payments from colleges, altering the traditional pressure to enter professional drafts early.
- University of Oregon's NIL success is bolstered by Phil Knight
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