College Football

Dan Lanning sends message to Oregon fans after upset loss to UCLA

October 11, 2026

Oregon football’s 3-2 start took a hit Saturday after a 17-15 upset loss to UCLA at home, leaving head coach Dan Lanning with a team still searching for offensive consistency. The Ducks’ struggles were compounded by the absence of starting quarterback Dante Moore, who sat out with a concussion, forcing Dylan Raiola into action.

Raiola’s performance—just 6-of-19 passing for 43 yards and two interceptions—left Oregon trailing before Brock Thomas entered the game. Though Thomas rallied with 11 completions, 156 yards, and a touchdown, the late surge wasn’t enough to overcome UCLA’s defense, exposing concerns about Oregon’s execution and turnover issues as they prepare for their next Big Ten challenge against Nebraska.

Lanning addressed fans directly after the game, acknowledging their support while emphasizing the need for tangible progress. ‘Their support is appreciated, but it has to translate into results,’ he said, stressing the team’s commitment to improvement.

The loss marks a setback for a program aiming to stay competitive, with questions lingering over quarterback depth and offensive reliability as the season progresses.