Overview
- Moore has not announced a decision ahead of the Jan. 14 underclassmen declaration deadline.
- Urban Meyer said if Moore turns pro he should sit and learn behind a veteran for a year rather than be forced into starting immediately.
- Todd McShay assessed that Moore is not ready for the NFL now, noting errors in the Peach Bowl and the impact of coordinator Will Stein’s departure to Kentucky.
- Oregon strengthened its roster with returns from Matayo Uigalelei, A'Mauri Washington and Jamari Johnson, plus transfers Koi Perich and quarterback Dylan Raiola, increasing competition at the position.
- Moore’s poor College Football Playoff semifinal performance dented his stock, while media voices from New York urged the Jets to pass if he enters the draft.