What does Dante Moore's return to Oregon mean for Nebraska transfer QB Dylan Raiola?

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has announced he will stay with the Ducks for the 2026 season, opting not to enter the NFL Draft where he was projected as a top-five pick. Moore's decision impacts both the NFL, particularly quarterback-needy teams like the New York Jets, and college football, where Oregon is now considered a strong contender for the national championship.

During his first season as a starter, Moore led Oregon to a 12-2 record and a College Football Playoff semifinal appearance, accumulating 3,721 total yards and 32 touchdowns. His return creates a competitive dynamic in the Oregon quarterback room with the recent addition of Dylan Raiola, a transfer from Nebraska and former five-star recruit.

Raiola, who started for Nebraska the past two seasons, may serve as Moore's backup, allowing him time to recover from a broken fibula sustained in November. Raiola has two years of eligibility remaining, and if he chooses to leave Oregon, other programs like Miami and Tennessee