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NBC broadcaster apologizes for insensitive remark towards Oregon’s Dante Moore

Following widespread backlash over his commentary regarding an injured college athlete, television analyst Chris Simms posted a video message expressing regret for his initial remarks. During a weekend broadcast featuring a matchup between USC and Oregon, quarterback Dante Moore was carted off the field in an ambulance after absorbing a dangerous blow to the head from opposing linebacker Desman Stephens II.

Following the incident, Stephens was ejected from the contest and subsequently suspended for the team's upcoming fixture, while Oregon went on to secure a 41-27 victory. Simms initially criticized the injured signal-caller for sliding too late, drawing immediate criticism from viewers for lacking empathy.

In his public statement, the broadcaster acknowledged his error in judgment and reflected on his own career-threatening injury from two decades prior.

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