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Dante Moore knocked out with brutal head hit
Oregon QB Dante Moore unconscious after USC slide collision.
In brief
Oregon QB Dante Moore unconscious after USC slide collision. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore appeared unconscious after a head collision with USC player Desman Stephens during a game, raising health concerns for his NFL draft prospects. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Dante Moore knocked out
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore took a brutal hit to his head while sliding during today's game against USC and appeared unconscious on the field.
Head collision with Stephens
After Moore's knee hit the ground, USC's Desman Stephens drove his shoulder into Moore's head, slamming the back of Moore's head into the ground.
Fencing response
Moore immediately exhibited the fencing response that frequently comes with serious head trauma.
Extended medical care
Moore was on the ground for several minutes before he was placed on a stretcher and carted to an ambulance where he was moving his hands and feet.
Stephens ejected
Stephens was called for targeting and ejected from the game, and a brawl nearly broke out as several Oregon players went after him.
Health concerns
Moore is one of the most talented college quarterbacks expected to be a first-round NFL draft pick but now faces health concerns over his football future.
At a glance
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore appeared unconscious after a head collision with USC player Desman Stephens during a game, raising health concerns for his NFL draft prospects.
