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Oregon Ducks QB Battle Shakes Up Illinois Game
Oregon's QB injury crisis threatens Illinois matchup as backup players step up.
In brief
Oregon's QB injury crisis threatens Illinois matchup as backup players step up. Oregon's quarterback instability, with Dante Moore and Evan Stewart out, forces reliance on true freshmen for Illinois game. Originally reported by Oregon Ducks On SI.
Oregon Ducks QB Injury Update
Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore continues concussion recovery from Sept. 26 injury.
Evan Stewart Out for Illinois
Wide receiver Evan Stewart listed as out for Illinois game after missing Nebraska win.
Injury Report Details
Dante Moore and Evan Stewart officially out for Illinois trip with Matthew Johnson and Immanuel Iheanacho added.
Quarterback Battle Continues
Dylan Raiola and Brock Thomas compete for starting role after Moore's injury.
Raiola's Performance
Raiola started against Nebraska but was benched after poor performance against UCLA.
Thomas's Inconsistent Play
Thomas threw for 54 yards and 9-for-20 passing against Nebraska, leading to benching.
Illinois QB Injury
Illinois starting quarterback Katin Houser out for game.
Bielema's Concern
Illinois coach Bret Bielema says Oregon's QB uncertainty makes game prep challenging.
Receiver Depth Issues
Oregon receivers Jeremiah McClellan and Evan Stewart out with injuries.
Dakorien Moore's Stats
Dakorien Moore has four touchdowns and 347 receiving yards to open season.
True Freshmen Step Up
True freshmen Messiah Hampton and Hudson Lewis show potential in critical games.
Lanning's View
Coach Dan Lanning says young players can make impact without clear timeline.
Next Injury Report
Oregon's next injury report expected at 5 p.m. PT on Thursday.
Illinois Game Impact
Oregon's QB instability threatens Illinois matchup with potential three quarterbacks.
The headline
Oregon's quarterback instability, with Dante Moore and Evan Stewart out, forces reliance on true freshmen for Illinois game.
