USC Linebacker Suspended After Dangerous Hit on Oregon QB Dante Moore

USC linebacker Desman Stephens was suspended for one game after a dangerous late hit on Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore during the 41‑20 loss on Saturday. The hit came in the second quarter as Moore was scrambling and about to slide after gaining enough yardage for a first down. Stephens struck Moore’s head, was ejected for targeting, and Moore was stretchered off the field. USC head coach Lincoln Riley condemned the play, calling it unacceptable and not reflective of the program, while Stephens apologized for celebrating the collision and vowed to learn from the incident. Stephens will miss the upcoming game against Washington. The incident underscores the importance of player safety and discipline in college football.