Backup QB Battle Heats Up in Eugene | Oregon Ducks Football News

Oregon Ducks are ranked higher than ever before heading into the season, but coach Dan Lanning is keeping his players grounded—every spot, including backup QB, is up for grabs. With Dante Moore starting, the competition for the No. 2 job is fierce, featuring Dylan Raiola’s arm strength and accuracy (including a 75-yard TD in spring), Brock Thomas’ game experience, and another contender named Smith. Lanning’s “pay rent every day” philosophy demands constant performance, with coaches evaluating everything from film to walkthroughs to find the best fit. The goal? Maximize winning performances across the roster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c3c9b5201a086b8