Bald Faced Truth by John Canzano

Bald Faced Truth by John Canzano

Canzano: Dante Moore made a wise call

Oregon's QB is coming back next sesaon.

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John Canzano
Jan 14, 2026
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Dante Moore walks into the stadium before the Peach Bowl. (Photo: Darby Winter)

Dante Moore was up against it on Wednesday. Literally and figuratively, the University of Oregon quarterback found himself needing to make a decision.

Wednesday was the deadline for underclassmen not playing in the College Football Playoff championship game to declare for the NFL Draft.

Faced with an “In or out?” decision, Moore did a wise thing.

He’s coming back to Eugene next season. Moore said on ESPN’s SportsCenter that he consulted with mentors, and “talked to people I look up to” before deciding to stay in school. I can’t help but think the consultation he did with Indiana’s defense in the CFP semifinal played a key role.

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