USC has suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game following a late hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, according to the Los Angeles Times, the Associated Press, Yahoo Sports, Fox News and the New York Post.
Stephens will miss USC's upcoming game against Washington at the Coliseum, according to the New York Post. The Los Angeles Times reported that USC also issued an apology over the hit.
According to Fox News, the hit occurred during USC's 41-20 loss to Oregon and left Moore stretchered off the field. The New York Post reported that Moore was sent to the hospital and also described Stephens as celebrating after the hit.
USA Today reported that Stephens must be dismissed from the USC football program, a stronger consequence than the one-game suspension reported by other outlets.
How each side covered it
Left
- The Los Angeles Times and Associated Press reported a one-game suspension and USC's apology.
- USA Today reported that Stephens must be dismissed from the football program, differing from the one-game suspension reported elsewhere.
“USC suspends Desman Stephens II, apologizes after late hit on Oregon's Dante Moore” — Los Angeles Times
Center
- Yahoo Sports reported the suspension followed what it described as a dirty hit on Dante Moore.
- The outlet characterized Stephens' conduct during the game as unsavory.
“The USC Trojans linebacker now faces time away from the field for his unsavory behavior against Oregon.” — Yahoo Sports
Right
- Fox News reported the hit left Moore stretchered off the field during USC's 41-20 loss to Oregon.
- The New York Post reported Moore was sent to the hospital and described a post-hit celebration by Stephens.
- The New York Post reported Stephens will miss USC's game against Washington at the Coliseum.
“USC suspends Desman Stephens II for ugly celebration after sending Dante Moore to hospital” — New York Post
Questions readers ask
What happened to Desman Stephens?
USC linebacker Desman Stephens II was suspended for one game after a late hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, and USC also apologized for the incident, according to the Los Angeles Times and Associated Press.
What happened to Dante Moore after the hit?
According to the New York Post, Dante Moore was sent to the hospital after the hit, while Fox News reported he was stretchered off the field during USC's loss to Oregon.
Which USC game will Stephens miss?
Desman Stephens will miss USC's game against Washington at the Coliseum, according to the New York Post.
Do sources agree on the discipline USC imposed?
Most outlets, including the Los Angeles Times, Associated Press, Yahoo Sports, Fox News and the New York Post, reported a one-game suspension, but USA Today reported that Stephens must be dismissed from the program.
What was the score of the USC-Oregon game?
Fox News reported USC lost to Oregon 41-20.
Sources · 7 outlet reports
- Associated PressLeft-leaningUSC suspends LB Desman Stephens for 1 game for his dangerous hit on Oregon QB Dante Moore
- Los Angeles TimesLeft-leaningUSC suspends Desman Stephens II, apologizes after late hit on Oregon’s Dante Moore
- USA TodayLeft-leaningFans blast USC's Desman Stephens II after celebrating illegal Dante Moore hit
- Yahoo SportsCenterDesman Stephens must be dismissed from USC football program
- Fox NewsRight-leaningUSC linebacker suspended after vicious hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore
- Fox SportsRight-leaningUSC Linebacker Desman Stephens II Suspended One Game For Late Hit On Dante Moore
- New York PostRight-leaningUSC’s Lincoln Riley must suspend Desman Stephens II for disgusting behavior