NBC rules analyst Terry McAulay breaks down the brutal hit on Oregon star QB Dante Moore

NBC analyst Terry McAulay provided a detailed breakdown of the devastating hit sustained by Oregon quarterback Dante Moore during a game against USC. Moore was attempting to slide with the ball when USC linebacker Desman Stephens made contact with his helmet, causing Moore to crash to the ground. McAulay emphasized that this was a textbook example of targeting, stating that once Moore initiated his slide, he became defenseless.

The defender's shoulder connected forcefully with Moore's head and neck area, clearly violating the rules. The incident on the field led to a cascade of unsportsmanlike penalties, with every player on the field receiving a penalty, escalating the possibility of an ejection. Moore was swiftly taken away in an ambulance, causing a disconcerting image on the broadcast as Oregon and USC attempted to resume play.

The incident left Moore seriously injured, though early reports indicated he retained sensation in all his extremities. NBC analysts continued their coverage discussing Moore's remarkable career, the impact of this injury on his future, and the team's response, including the transfer of QB Dylan Raiola from Nebraska to Oregon in the offseason.