USC linebacker makes personal decision after hit on Oregon’s Dante Moore
Dubai: USC Trojans linebacker Desman Stephens II has come under scrutiny following his hit on Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore during their Big Ten Conference (B1G) clash. Nevertheless, to avoid the criticism, the USC player has made a decision regarding his social media. Stephens was ejected for targeting after hitting Moore as the Oregon quarterback slid during the second quarter at the Los…
Desman Stephens II, the USC Trojans linebacker, has faced criticism over his hit on Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore during a Big Ten Conference game. The incident, which occurred in the second quarter at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, led to Stephens' ejection for targeting. Moore was taken to the hospital in an ambulance after being injured, though he was later transferred to Los Angeles General County hospital.
Despite the controversy, Stephens made a personal decision that has drawn attention. Initially, he hid his Instagram account, but he has now chosen to deactivate it completely as no one can access it. The circumstances of the hit have overshadowed a remarkable performance by Oregon's backup quarterback, Dylan Raiola. Raiola stepped in for the injured Moore and led the Ducks to a 41-27 victory over USC.
His 29-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter proved crucial, as did the four touchdown drives Oregon executed in the second half. Oregon's 3-1 record overall and 1-0 in Big Ten play now stands, while USC falls to 4-1 and 1-1 in the conference. The focus, however, remains on Moore's injury and the circumstances leading to Stephens' controversial play.
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