The decision from Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore to return for the 2026 season is an exciting sign for Oregon fans. The redshirt sophomore led the Ducks to the College Football Playoff semifinals, and he should only get better with another offseason of training and reps.
On the flip side of Moore’s return, though, is former five-star recruit Dylan Raiola, as his chances of playing time in 2026 likely evaporated.
Dylan Raiola recently transferred to Oregon
Raiola, one of the most coveted quarterbacks in this year’s transfer portal, committed to Oregon just days before Moore’s announcement. Raiola transferred in from Nebraska, where he’d spent the first two seasons of his career.
Raiola’s transfer to Oregon indicated to some that Moore would be leaving for the NFL Draft, but with Wednesday’s announcement, that is obviously no longer the case.
