# Oregon Ducks' defensive leader out for season

> Oregon's top defensive player Teitum Tuioti ruled out for season after Ohio State game injury.
- Title: Oregon Ducks' defensive leader out for season · Newsweek
- Summary: Oregon's top defensive player Teitum Tuioti ruled out for season after Ohio State game injury.
- Keywords: oregon ducks, teitum tuioti, knee injury, ncaa, college football, defensive player, ohio state, Newsweek
- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/oregon-faces-major-setback-as-dan-lanning-shares-tough-update-12691853
- Author: Jayesh Pagar
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: oregon ducks, teitum tuioti, knee injury, ncaa, college football, defensive player, ohio state
## Oregon Ducks defensive setback
Head coach Dan Lanning confirmed senior outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti will not return for the season after a knee injury in the Ohio State game.

> Teitum has been unbelievable for us this year, and every year that he's been here
## Tuioti's defensive impact
Tuioti recorded 44 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and nine tackles for loss this season, forcing one fumble and generating pressure against quarterbacks.
## Replacement plan
Matayo Uiagalelei, with 7.5 sacks, will likely shoulder more responsibility, while Nasir Wyatt and Elijah Rushing could see increased opportunities.
## Key takeaway

Oregon's senior outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti will not return for the season after a knee injury in the Ohio State game.