Overview

• Oregon hosts Indiana in Week 7 in a nationally watched test that pairs two emerging 2026 quarterback prospects in Dante Moore and Fernando Mendoza.
• Moore enters with 14 touchdowns and one interception after a double-overtime win at Penn State, showcasing elite arm strength in Will Stein’s scheme with occasional designed runs.
• Mendoza brings a prototypical 6-foot-5 pocket profile with accuracy and processing to a top-five offense, posting 16 touchdowns against one interception while limiting risk.
• Matchup keys include Oregon’s pass rush challenging Mendoza’s pocket management and Indiana’s top-five defense, led by ball-hawking safeties Louis Moore and Amare Ferrell (three interceptions each), testing Moore downfield.
• Indiana’s rush averages 3.2 sacks per game with three players at three sacks, while Oregon threats Dakorien Moore and Gary Bryant Jr. stretch defenses, setting a stage that could influence Heisman talk and 2026 draft boards.