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Dylan Raiola holds himself accountable to media after Oregon’s ugly loss to UCLA

Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola faced intense scrutiny after a dismal performance in a 17-15 loss to UCLA, where he completed just 10 of 32 passes for 43 yards, threw two interceptions, and was benched in favor of Brock Thomas. The Ducks, already without star quarterback Dante Moore due to a season-ending concussion, now find themselves in a precarious position without their primary starter.

Raiola, who had previously drawn criticism for his social media presence, took accountability in the postgame press conference, emphasizing personal growth and responsibility. He referenced his younger brother as motivation, stating that tough moments must be owned rather than avoided, and extended respect to the media and fans for their expectations.

His remarks came after a stark contrast to his previous outing, where he led Oregon to a 41-27 victory over USC with 289 passing yards and two touchdowns, underscoring the volatility of his current season. Raiola’s willingness to address the media directly, despite the loss, set a notable example of sportsmanship amid the Ducks’ struggles.

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