Oregon expected to start Dylan Raiola against UCLA as Dante Moore recovers from concussion
Oregon is expected to start backup Dylan Raiola against No. 21 UCLA on Saturday because quarterback Dante Moore, who returned to practice this week, is not expected to play. Newsweek calls Moore ruled out; Fox News says his availability is in serious doubt.
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The story, neutrally told
Mixed · 2Oregon is expected to start Dylan Raiola at quarterback against No. 21 UCLA on Saturday, with starter Dante Moore not expected to play. NewsweekN “Oregon is expected to start Raiola against No. 21 UCLA on Saturday after starting quarterback Dante Moore was ruled out while recovering from a concussion suffered against USC on Sept. 26.” Read at Newsweek ↗ Fox NewsR “the projected first-round NFL draft pick is unlikely to take the field in Week 6.” Read at Fox News ↗ Right · 1Moore was injured against USC, where Fox News says he was taken off the field on a stretcher after a hit near the head by USC defensive player Desman Stephens II as Moore slid. Fox NewsR “USC defensive player Desman Stephens II delivered a forceful blow a Moore slid, forcing him to be taken off the field on a stretcher.” Read at Fox News ↗ Mixed · 2Moore returned to practice this week, and coach Dan Lanning said Oregon will "do what's best for Dante moving forward". Fox NewsR “"Dante was out there at practice for us today,"” Read at Fox News ↗ NewsweekN “Moore returned to practice earlier this week, but Oregon has decided not to rush its starting quarterback back onto the field.” Read at Newsweek ↗
Right · 1Fox News reports that it remains unclear which stage of the five-stage concussion protocol Moore has completed. Fox NewsR “It remains unclear which stage of the protocol Moore has completed.” Read at Fox News ↗ Centre · 1Raiola, a former Nebraska quarterback who transferred to Oregon, came in for Moore against USC and, according to Newsweek, completed 19 of 25 passes for 289 yards and two touchdowns in a 41-27 win. NewsweekN “The former five-star recruit entered the game and completed 19 of 25 passes for 289 yards and two touchdowns, helping Oregon secure a 41-27 victory over the Trojans.” Read at Newsweek ↗ Centre · 1Newsweek reports that this would be Raiola's first start for Oregon, four games into the season, against an undefeated UCLA team under first-year coach Bob Chesney; the No. 13 Ducks already have one loss. NewsweekN “UCLA enters the matchup undefeated and ranked No. 21 nationally.”“The No. 13 Ducks have already suffered one loss, leaving little room for additional setbacks” Read at Newsweek ↗
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No left outlet in our sources has covered this story yet.
Centre1 outlet
- Framing
- Newsweek leads with Raiola's opportunity, treating Moore as ruled out and focusing on the backup's preparation and Oregon's playoff hopes.
- Emphasis
- Raiola's USC performance, his preparation, the UCLA challenge and Oregon's season stakes.
- Leaves out or plays down
- Does not mention the nature of the hit on Moore or the uncertainty over his concussion-protocol stage.
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“Dylan Raiola is set to make his first start for Oregon against UCLA as the Ducks look to overcome Dante Moore's injury.” — Newsweek
Right1 outlet
- Framing
- Fox News (Outkick) centres on Moore and the doubt over his availability, recalling the controversial hit that injured him.
- Emphasis
- Lanning's cautious comments, the hit by USC's Desman Stephens II and the concussion protocol.
- Leaves out or plays down
- Does not name Raiola or discuss his expected start.
- Charged language
- “dangerous and controversial hit”“vicious hit”
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“a dangerous and controversial hit near his head that the signal-caller absorbed during a Week 4 game against USC.” — Fox News
What every side reports
- Moore was hurt against USC and returned to practice this week.
- Oregon is being cautious with Moore and he is not expected to play against UCLA on Saturday.
Where accounts differ
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How settled Moore's absence is
- Centre
- Newsweek says Moore was ruled out.
- Right
- Fox News says his availability is in serious doubt and he is unlikely to play.
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Date of the USC game
- Centre
- Newsweek dates Moore's injury to Sept. 26.
- Right
- Fox News calls it a Week 4 game against USC.
Dante Moore person
Moore is recovering and back in practice, but is not expected to play against UCLA.
“the projected first-round NFL draft pick is unlikely to take the field in Week 6.” — Fox News
Oregon Ducks organisation
Oregon, through coach Dan Lanning, says it will do what is best for Moore rather than rush him back.
“we're gonna do what's best for Dante moving forward.” — Fox News
Dylan Raiola person
Raiola is described as ready, with Newsweek citing receiver Evan Stewart's praise of his preparation.
“Wide receiver Evan Stewart recently praised Raiola's preparation” — Newsweek
Left0 articles
No coverage yet.
Centre1 article
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Dylan Raiola Set for First Oregon Start as Dante Moore Ruled Out
Sympathetic Backup-quarterback opportunity story presenting Moore as ruled out and Raiola's patience as about to pay off.
Right1 article
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Critical Focuses on Moore's uncertain status and the dangerous hit that injured him, with Oregon described as cautious.
- 8 Oct 03:57 First NewsweekN Dylan Raiola Set for First Oregon Start as Dante Moore Ruled Out
- 8 Oct 11:03 +7h 5m Fox NewsR Dante Moore’s availability in serious doubt as Oregon takes a cautious approach with injured quarterback
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