Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore has not played since suffering a concussion in the second quarter of Oregon's win over the USC Trojans on Sept. 26, and it turns out that will likely be the last time Ducks fans will watch Moore compete as Oregon's quarterback this season.
During his press conference on Monday evening, Lanning confirmed that he does not expect Moore to play again in 2026. The Ducks coach clarified that the decision was not made by Moore and that Moore is expected to make a full recovery.
"I'm not anticipating him (Dante Moore) being back this season, no," said Lanning.
Sep 26, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning reacts as quarterback Dante Moore (5) lies on the field with an apparent injury after being tackled by USC Trojans linebacker Desman Stephens II (not pictured) during the second quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Stephens II was charged with targeting on the play.…