Oregon QB Dante Moore won't return this season from his concussion
Key Points:
- Oregon quarterback Dante Moore will miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a concussion sustained on September 26 against USC, coach Dan Lanning confirmed.
- Moore was taken to a hospital after an illegal hit while sliding and has not yet been cleared to return to play.
- Lanning emphasized that Moore wants to play but prioritizing his health is paramount, and the team expects him to make a full recovery.
- The Ducks, who started the season ranked No. 2, have fallen to 4-3 and are now unranked in the top 25.
- Under the NCAA’s new five-year rule, Moore can return to college football in 2027, postponing his NFL draft eligibility until 2028.