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Dante Moore draws NFL interest following Oregon victory over Boise State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 12:04 AM

Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Dante Moore draws NFL interest following Oregon victory over Boise State

Summary

The No. 6 Oregon Ducks began their season with a 34-27 win against the Boise State Broncos. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore recorded 378 passing yards and three touchdowns, finishing with a 75.6% completion percentage. NFL draft analysts Dane Brugler and Nate Tice highlighted Moore’s recent physical growth as a factor for his potential NFL Draft projection. Analysts observed that Moore has increased his playing weight to 215 pounds, with a target weight of 218 pounds. This weight gain is cited as an improvement for his ability to withstand pressure within the pocket compared to his previous season. The Ducks are now preparing for their upcoming road game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys.

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By the Numbers

•Oregon defeated Boise State 34-27 in Week 1.
•Dante Moore recorded 378 passing yards and three touchdowns.
•Moore increased his weight to 215 pounds to improve his pocket presence.
•Oregon will play Oklahoma State in their next game.

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12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Oregon football news: How Dante Moore can stand out in loaded 2027 NFL Draft class

What they're saying

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The No. 6 Oregon Ducks escaped Week 1 with a close-call 34-27 win over the Boise State Broncos. While it was a closer contest than the Ducks probably would have liked, it was still a strong showing from Dante Moore . His spectacular performance was another example why he should be one of the top quarterbacks taken in the 2027 NFL Draft class, but […] The post Oregon football news: How Dante Moore can stand out in loaded 2027 NFL Draft class appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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