Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, who suffered a concussion a little over a week ago in the Ducks’ win against USC, was back practicing with the team on Monday, October 5th. This isn’t just a light jog either; coach Dan Lanning confirmed Moore was out there rocking a helmet and shoulder pads, slinging the football.
Moore’s Quick Return To Full Gear
Coach Lanning broke the news during his Monday press conference, signaling a major step in Moore’s recovery. Seeing a player back in full gear and actually *throwing* the ball just days after a concussion is a big deal. The original injury happened “a little over a week ago” in that USC game, so the pace of his return to activity is definitely something to track. It shows the team’s medical staff is doing their thing.
What Lanning Said About His Star QB
Lanning kept it level-headed, as coaches do, saying, “We’re going to continue to make sure we do what’s best for Dante as we move forward.” That’s the smart play, always. He also mentioned an official injury report drops later this week that’ll give us the full lowdown. But, let’s be real, his enthusiasm was pretty clear when he added, “But it was great to see him back out there with his teammates and able to get a little work in today.” You can hear the relief in that quote, right? Getting their guy back on the field, even for some limited work, is a huge mental boost.
The Ducks are gearing up for a tough matchup against UCLA this week. While Lanning’s positive update doesn’t mean Moore is a guaranteed starter, his presence in practice, throwing the ball in full pads, absolutely changes the dynamic. Keep an eye out for that injury report later this week; it’ll tell us everything we need to know about Moore’s status for the big game.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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