USC suspends Desman Stephens II, apologizes after late hit on Oregon’s Dante Moore

USC has suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game following a late hit that injured Oregon quarterback Dante Moore on Saturday at the Coliseum. Stephens was ejected for targeting after lowering his shoulder into Moore's head on a slide, resulting in Moore being taken to a hospital by ambulance.

Stephens drew backlash for celebrating the hit and smiling on the sideline during Moore's medical care. USC coach Lincoln Riley and Stephens both issued formal apologies, with Riley confirming Stephens will miss the Trojans' upcoming game against Washington.