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Oregon QB Dante Moore hospitalized after hit by USC linebacker

During the Oregon vs. USC football game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Oregon quarterback Dante Moore was injured following a forceful hit to the head by USC linebacker Desman Stephens II. The hit occurred in the second quarter as Moore was attempting to slide after a scramble. Moore was treated on the field, placed on a stretcher with a neck brace, and transported via ambulance to Los Angeles General Medical Center.

Oregon coach Dan Lanning confirmed that Moore was diagnosed with a concussion but noted that CT and MRI scans were clean, indicating no further serious injuries. Moore was observed moving his extremities during medical evaluation. In his absence, backup quarterback Dylan Raiola led the Oregon offense, completing 19 of 25 passes for 289 yards and two touchdowns.

USC linebacker Desman Stephens II was ejected from the game for a targeting penalty. Following the incident, USC head coach Lincoln Riley announced that Stephens would be suspended for one game. Stephens issued a public apology, stating his reaction to the hit was inappropriate. The game concluded with Oregon defeating USC 41-27.

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Dan Lanning · Dante Moore · Desman Stephens II · Dylan Raiola · Jayden Maiava · Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum · Oregon Ducks · USC Trojans

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USC suspends player for Moore hit [www.morningjournalnews.com]
Oregon USC Football [www.reformer.com]