Dylan Raiola Set for First Oregon Start as Dante Moore Ruled Out

Dylan Raiola, a former Nebraska quarterback, is set to make his first start as Oregon's starting quarterback against UCLA on Saturday. This comes after starting quarterback Dante Moore was ruled out due to a concussion he suffered against USC on September 26th. Moore has since returned to practice, but Oregon decided not to rush the decision to bring him back onto the field just yet.

Raiola's impressive performance in a game against USC, where he completed 19 of 25 passes for 289 yards and two touchdowns, has led to his selection for this crucial game. Oregon's coach, Dan Lanning, has praised Raiola for embracing his responsibilities and staying prepared for his opportunity, despite being behind Moore, who was a key player with NFL draft expectations.

This game against UCLA presents a significant challenge for Raiola, as the Bruins are undefeated and ranked No. 21 nationally. Despite the pressure, Raiola has remained focused on learning the offense and understanding his responsibilities, which could be crucial for Oregon's continued success in the College Football Playoff conversation.

For now, the team's priority remains getting their starting quarterback healthy, with Moore's return to practice being a positive sign.