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Illinois names Michael Clayton II as starting QB against Oregon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Illinois names Michael Clayton II as starting QB against Oregon

Summary

Illinois announces that Michael Clayton II will make his first start at quarterback against Oregon on Saturday. Oregon's Dante Moore is out for the third consecutive game due to a concussion, leaving either Dylan Raiola or Brock Thomas to take over as starting QB for the Ducks. Illinois looks to secure its first winning streak of the season following an overtime victory over Michigan State. The game will be the first meeting in Champaign since 1993, with Illinois aiming to capitalize on the home-field advantage.

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By the Numbers

•Michael Clayton II starts for Illinois against Oregon on Saturday.
•Dante Moore is out for Oregon, missing his third straight game.
•Illinois is coming off an overtime win at Michigan State.
•Oregon has not played in Champaign since 1993.
•Dylan Raiola and Brock Thomas may start for Oregon.

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5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Which Duck gets the QB call? Illini preparing for both

What they're saying

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Oct. 23—CHAMPAIGN — Bret Bielema knows who will be playing quarterback for Illinois on Saturday: Michael Clayton II making his first start against Oregon. (Check out Scott Richey's story on B-1). And Bielema knows who won't be playing for Oregon ... again. Dante Moore, who entered the season as a Heisman Trophy contender will miss his third consecutive start after suffering a concussion ...
— Yahoo Sports

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