Dylan Raiola has second dagger for Nebraska after go-ahead TD: 'Game was never about them'
After getting benched in Week 6, Dylan Raiola got his second chance to lead Oregon's offense in Week 7. He led the Ducks to a Big Ten win.
Dylan Raiola once again stepped in and helped Oregon secure a Big Ten victory by delivering a crucial touchdown pass against his former team, Nebraska. With under a minute left in the fourth quarter, Raiola connected with Jamari Johnson for a touchdown pass, giving Oregon the lead they held onto for the win. The score proved decisive in Oregon's 17-14 triumph at Autzen Stadium, allowing Dan Lanning's team to escape a second straight loss.
Raiola reflected on his performance, acknowledging that it was uncharacteristic for him to play that way and expressing regret for disappointing his teammates who had invested a lot of time and future prospects in the team. He emphasized that the game was always about Oregon and their commitment to bounce back and play their style of football.
The Ducks' coach, Dan Lanning, praised Raiola for being ready when his number was called, crediting the quarterback for stepping up and executing when needed. Lanning also hinted at the uncertainty surrounding the team's quarterback position for the upcoming road game against Illinois if starter Dante Moore is unable to return. The Ducks and Illini are scheduled to face off on Saturday, October 24 at 3 p.m. ET.
Lanning mentioned that the team would reassess and continue to compete to determine the best course of action moving forward.
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