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Oregon dealt a WR injury blow ahead of Nebraska clash

Oregon’s offense faces another setback ahead of Saturday’s Big Ten showdown with Nebraska, as leading wide receiver Evan Stewart’s status has deteriorated to **doubtful** on Thursday’s injury report. The fifth-year senior, who has been Oregon’s most reliable target this season, was initially listed as **questionable** on Wednesday.

Stewart has already proven his clutch value, scoring in each of his last four games, including a 44-yard touchdown in the Ducks’ narrow 17-15 loss to UCLA last week—where he hauled in five passes for 74 yards. His absence would further strain an offense already navigating quarterback uncertainty and personnel shortages, with starting receiver Jeremiah McClellan sidelined for the third straight game due to a broken foot and backup Messiah Hampton stepping into a starting role.

Meanwhile, the Ducks’ QB situation remains unresolved after Dylan Raiola’s subpar performance against UCLA saw him replaced by Brock Thomas in the fourth quarter. With starting quarterback Dante Moore still recovering from a concussion, the competition for the starting job against Nebraska intensifies between Raiola and Thomas.

Oregon enters the matchup at 3-2 overall and 1-1 in Big Ten play, while Nebraska sits at 5-1 and 2-1 in conference action.

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