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Oregon’s Dante Moore, Dylan Raiola, an Injury and a Brock Thomas QB Competition for Nebraska

The Oregon Ducks’ quarterback situation ahead of their home showdown against Nebraska has taken an unexpected turn, with multiple starters in flux. Dante Moore, Oregon’s leading passer, remains sidelined after suffering a concussion in the team’s last outing against USC, leaving his availability for Saturday’s game uncertain.

Moore’s absence has thrust Dylan Raiola into the spotlight, though his performance in the Ducks’ recent loss to UCLA—where he was pulled midway through the fourth quarter—raises questions about his readiness. With Moore’s status unresolved, head coach Dan Lanning has signaled a potential competition among Oregon’s quarterbacks, including Brock Thomas, who has emerged as a dark-horse option after a strong comeback attempt against UCLA.

Thomas, a Eugene native with a family legacy at Oregon, adds an intriguing local angle to the Ducks’ depth chart, while Raiola’s personal connection to Nebraska—having played there for two years before transferring—adds extra intrigue to the matchup.

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