Dante Moore taken to hospital after head injury against USC

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore sustained a significant head injury during the game against USC on September 27, 2026. After running for 10 yards and attempting a feet-first slide, Moore was hit by USC's Desmond Stephens, leading to immediate concerns for his health. Moore showed signs of serious trauma and was on the ground for several minutes before being placed on a stretcher. The incident escalated tensions on the field, resulting in Stephens being ejected for targeting. Moore, a potential first overall pick in the 2027 NFL draft, was initially mobile but remains under medical observation.

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