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USC vs Oregon Football Game

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Acting quickly and decisively, USC announced Sunday morning that it had suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game in the wake of his vicious hit and post-hit celebration involving Oregon quarterback Dante Moore.

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Moore left the Coliseum field in an ambulance in the second quarter after USC linebacker Desman Stephens hit him late on a slide.

3 of 4 outletsfirst reported 27 Sepwording from Toronto Star

Regardless of what was going through my mind at the time, there is no justification for smiling or celebrating while another player receives medical attention.

3 of 4 outletsfirst reported 27 Sepwording from New York Post

“Desman’s actions in last night’s game are unacceptable and are not reflective of USC football nor of his personal character,” Riley said.

3 of 4 outletsfirst reported 27 Sepwording from Toronto Star

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New York Post2 Oct

USC football faces a critical game against Washington following a series of recent setbacks and controversies that have shaken fan confidence and media support for head coach Lincoln Riley. The Trojans lost at home to Oregon and subsequently saw linebacker Desman Stephens ejected and suspended, highlighting issues with team morale and discipline under Riley’s leadership in Year 5. With an upcoming challenging…

Tumbling USC must beat Washington or program falls into shambles →12 articles from New York Post on this story
Fox News3 Oct

Dan Fouts, a former Oregon football player and Hall of Famer, praised Dan Lanning’s handling of a dangerous hit during a game between Oregon and USC where linebacker Desman Stephens injured quarterback Dante Moore. After the incident, Lanning brought his team together, calmed them down, prayed for Moore's recovery, and refocused their attention on playing with discipline. Fouts noted that Lanning’s sequence of…

Hall of Famer praises Dan Lanning's 'perfect' response after Dante Moore was carted off following vicious hit →5 articles from Fox News on this story
Toronto Star27 Sep

USC has suspended linebacker Desman Stephens for one game following a dangerous hit he delivered to Oregon quarterback Dante Moore during their recent game. The incident occurred when Stephens targeted Moore after Moore had slid down in the red zone; Moore suffered a hard hit that left him motionless on the field, leading Stephens to be ejected and later celebrate with his teammates. USC coach Lincoln Riley…

USC suspends LB Desman Stephens for 1 game for his dangerous hit on Oregon QB Dante Moore →3 articles from Toronto Star on this story
The Guardian27 Sep

Dan Lanning, Oregon's head coach, strongly condemned a late hit that injured starting quarterback Dante Moore during their game against USC on Saturday. The incident occurred when Moore was tackled from behind by USC linebacker Desman Stephens II after attempting to slide, leading to a targeting penalty and Stephens' ejection. Moore was taken to the hospital but showed movement in all extremities, indicating no…

Lanning decries ‘disgusting’ late hit that sends Oregon QB Dante Moore to hospital →

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Wild scene as USC-Oregon brawl nearly erupts after brutal Dante Moore hit New York Post

Dan Lanning blasts USC after Oregon's win, as Lincoln Riley officially enters hot seat in LA Fox News

How it changed

  1. 26 Sep

    A USC win over Oregon makes games against Penn State, Ohio State and Indiana in the coming weeks all the more meaningful.

    2 outlets · New York Post
  2. 27 Sep

    USC junior linebacker Desman Stephens II was ejected Saturday after delivering a vicious forearm to the head of Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, who had begun sliding near the Trojans’ 15-yard line early in the second quarter.

    3 outlets · New York Post

Coverage 21 articles

Where to start Dan Lanning blasts USC after Oregon's win, as Lincoln Riley officially enters hot seat in LA Fox News

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  • 3 Oct Hall of Famer praises Dan Lanning's 'perfect' response after Dante Moore was carted off following vicious hitDan Fouts, a former Oregon football player and Hall of Famer, praised Dan Lanning’s handling of a dangerous hit during a game between Oregon and USC where linebacker Desman Stephens injured quarterback Dante Moore. After the incident, Lanning brought his team together, calmed them down, prayed for Moore's recovery, and refocused their attention on playing with discipline. Fouts noted that Lanning’s sequence of…Fox News
  • 2 Oct Tumbling USC must beat Washington or program falls into shamblesUSC football faces a critical game against Washington following a series of recent setbacks and controversies that have shaken fan confidence and media support for head coach Lincoln Riley. The Trojans lost at home to Oregon and subsequently saw linebacker Desman Stephens ejected and suspended, highlighting issues with team morale and discipline under Riley’s leadership in Year 5. With an upcoming challenging…New York Post
  • 30 Sep USC radio announcer's description of the Dante Moore hit is one of the most embarrassing things everDuring a college football game between USC and Oregon, USC linebacker Desman Stephens hit Oregon quarterback Dante Moore in the helmet, causing severe injury to Moore who had to be taken off on a stretcher. The radio announcer for the USC team, Pete Arbogast, defended Stephens' actions and questioned Moore's sliding technique despite evidence from replays showing otherwise. This defense led to significant criticism…Fox News
  • 29 Sep Oregon QB Dante Moore breaks silence after controversial hit to the headOregon quarterback Dante Moore spoke out on Instagram about the controversial hit that left him with a concussion during a game against USC. He expressed gratitude towards his supporters and referenced scripture as he recovers, emphasizing that there is no set timeline for his return this season. Oregon coach Dan Lanning highlighted the importance of caution in ensuring Moore’s health before allowing him to play…New York Post
  • 27 Sep USC suspends LB Desman Stephens for 1 game for his dangerous hit on Oregon QB Dante MooreUSC has suspended linebacker Desman Stephens for one game following a dangerous hit he delivered to Oregon quarterback Dante Moore during their recent game. The incident occurred when Stephens targeted Moore after Moore had slid down in the red zone; Moore suffered a hard hit that left him motionless on the field, leading Stephens to be ejected and later celebrate with his teammates. USC coach Lincoln Riley…Toronto Star
  • 27 Sep Dan Lanning blasts USC after Oregon's win, as Lincoln Riley officially enters hot seat in LAIn a crucial college football game in week four, the Oregon Ducks defeated USC Trojans 41-27 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Despite losing their starting quarterback Dante Moore early due to injury, Oregon rallied with backup Dylan Raiola leading them to victory. Following the game, Oregon coach Dan Lanning criticized USC's performance and recruitment practices, suggesting local players should consider Oregon for…Fox News
  • 27 Sep USC linebacker suspended after vicious hit on Oregon quarterback Dante MooreUSC linebacker Desman Stephens was suspended for one game by the university after delivering a dangerous late hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore during their game on Saturday, which ended in a 41-20 victory for Oregon. Moore suffered an injury severe enough to require removal from the field on a stretcher, while Stephens celebrated the tackle despite it being clear Moore was going to slide safely. The suspension…Fox News
  • 27 Sep USC suspends Desman Stephens II for ugly celebration after sending Dante Moore to hospitalUSC suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game following his targeting penalty and subsequent celebration on the sideline after hitting Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, who was left motionless and had to be taken to a hospital. Coach Lincoln Riley stated that Stephens’s behavior does not reflect USC football values, and Stephens himself apologized for his actions in a statement released by the team. The…New York Post
  • 27 Sep USC’s Lincoln Riley must suspend Desman Stephens II for disgusting behaviorDesman Stephens II, a USC linebacker, celebrated excessively after injuring Oregon quarterback Dante Moore with a helmet-to-helmet hit during a game at the Coliseum on Saturday. The article calls for Lincoln Riley to suspend Stephens beyond the immediate post-game ejection and suggests that additional disciplinary action is necessary to address Stephens' behavior, which included mocking Moore while medical personnel…New York Post
  • 27 Sep Lanning decries ‘disgusting’ late hit that sends Oregon QB Dante Moore to hospitalDan Lanning, Oregon's head coach, strongly condemned a late hit that injured starting quarterback Dante Moore during their game against USC on Saturday. The incident occurred when Moore was tackled from behind by USC linebacker Desman Stephens II after attempting to slide, leading to a targeting penalty and Stephens' ejection. Moore was taken to the hospital but showed movement in all extremities, indicating no…The Guardian
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  • 27 Sep Dylan Raiola leads No. 20 Oregon past No. 12 USC 41-27 after Dante Moore's frightening injuryDylan Raiola led the No. 20 Oregon Ducks to a 41-27 victory over No. 12 USC after starting quarterback Dante Moore left the game with a serious injury in the second quarter. Raiola passed for 289 yards and two touchdowns, guiding Oregon to their first Big Ten win of the season. The game was delayed for 15 minutes due to Moore’s injury, which occurred when he was hit late by USC linebacker Desman Stephens, who was…Toronto Star
  • 27 Sep Oregon’s Dan Lanning trolls USC’s home crowd and football cultureDuring a recent game at the Coliseum, Oregon coach Dan Lanning criticized USC's football culture and its home crowd after his team defeated USC 41-27. In his post-game remarks, Lanning suggested sarcastically that those interested in winning should support Oregon instead of USC. He also noted that despite high ticket sales for this particular game, the Coliseum has not consistently been filled during recent TV…New York Post
  • 27 Sep Oregon gets revenge for dirty hit on Dante Moore by walloping USCIn an intense college football game at USC’s Coliseum, Oregon avenged a dirty hit on quarterback Dante Moore by defeating USC 41-27 before a crowd of 75,500. Backup quarterback Dylan Raiola led the Ducks to 34 second-half points after Moore was injured early in the contest. The win emphasizes Oregon coach Dan Lanning’s success against USC coach Lincoln Riley, who faces questions about his team's discipline and…New York Post
  • 27 Sep Wild scene as USC-Oregon brawl nearly erupts after brutal Dante Moore hitDuring a tense game between USC and Oregon at the Coliseum, a violent forearm hit by USC’s Desman Stephens II on sliding Oregon quarterback Dante Moore led to a near-brawl involving players from both teams. Although officials managed to defuse the situation, issuing unsportsmanlike conduct penalties to both sides and ejecting Stephens for targeting, Moore was taken off on a stretcher and transported to a hospital…New York Post
  • 27 Sep Oregon Ducks QB Dante Moore carted off the field after a vicious hit to the head against USCDuring an important college football game between Oregon and USC, Oregon quarterback Dante Moore was forced to leave the field on a cart after sustaining a severe hit to his head from USC linebacker Desman Stephens, who was ejected for targeting. While the extent of Moore's injury is unclear, initial reports suggest he had difficulty moving initially but later showed signs of responsiveness. The incident…Fox News
  • 27 Sep USC linebacker celebrates after brutal hit sends Oregon QB Dante Moore to hospitalDuring a college football game between USC and Oregon, USC linebacker Desman Stephens II was ejected after hitting Oregon quarterback Dante Moore with his forearm to the head while Moore was sliding near the Trojans’ 15-yard line. Moore remained motionless on the field before being taken away in an ambulance. Stephens celebrated by high-fiving teammates despite the serious nature of the incident, leading to…New York Post
  • 27 Sep Oregon QB Dante Moore leaves USC game in ambulance after hit to headDuring a college football game between Oregon and USC at the Coliseum, Oregon quarterback Dante Moore was hit in the head by USC linebacker Desman Stephens II, causing him to be removed from the field on a stretcher and taken away in an ambulance. Stephens was ejected for targeting, and his gloating after the play exacerbated tensions on the field. Backup quarterback Dylan Raiola entered the game and threw a…New York Post
  • 26 Sep Here’s where to watch Oregon vs. USC: Start time, livestreamThe article provides details for watching the upcoming college football game between the No. 20 Oregon Ducks and the No. 12 USC Trojans on September 26 at 7:30 p.m. ET from Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. It specifies that viewers without cable can watch via Sling TV's Select or Blue plans, which include NBC. The piece focuses on how to access the game through streaming services rather than reporting on the teams'…New York Post
  • 26 Sep Oregon vs. USC prediction: Both teams have questions to answerCollege football teams Oregon and USC face uncertainties heading into their Week 4 matchup despite both having mixed performances so far this season. USC has an undefeated record but demonstrated a weak defense, while Oregon’s inconsistency includes a high-scoring win over Portland State after losing to Oklahoma State. The article predicts Oregon as the favorite by 3.5 points at home, suggesting that USC's offense…New York Post
  • 26 Sep USC football puts Oregon in crosshairs as Lincoln Riley goes big-game huntingUSC football aims to secure its first victory over Oregon in coach Lincoln Riley's tenure, potentially marking a turning point after underwhelming seasons since his arrival from Oklahoma before the 2022 season. The game, set for Saturday at 4:30 p.m., could be pivotal as USC (4-0 overall, 1-0 Big Ten) looks to solidify its standing in the College Football Playoff race against Oregon (2-1, 0-0). Riley emphasizes that…New York Post
  • 23 Sep College football picks: USC set to knock off Ducks as teams enter meat of season in prove-it modeThis article provides college football predictions for Week 4, focusing on matchups between ranked teams that will reveal each team's true capabilities as the season progresses into conference play. Notable games include No. 20 Oregon playing at No. 12 USC, where both teams face significant challenges: Oregon after a surprising loss to Oklahoma State and USC dealing with defensive issues under new coordinator Gary…Toronto Star

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