[CFB] Oregon LB Tuioti Done for Season After Knee Injury vs. Ohio State

[Mickey the Mouth]

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Oregon outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti will miss the remainder of the season following a knee injury suffered in Saturday's 41-28 victory over Ohio State, coach Dan Lanning announced Monday.

Tuioti, a senior from Hawaii, was carted off in the fourth quarter with his left knee wrapped and will require surgery. This season, he recorded 5.5 sacks, 22 solo tackles, 44 total tackles, a team-high nine tackles for loss, and a forced fumble.

Lanning praised the emotional anchor of his defense: "Whoever gets that guy in the future is going to be really lucky."

Tuioti's departure leaves a significant void for a unit already navigating three losses and the absence of quarterback Dante Moore due to a season-ending concussion. The linebacker had developed into one of college football's premier edge rushers, ranking as ESPN's consensus No. 3 at his position in early 2027 NFL draft rankings.

If his Oregon career has concluded, Tuioti authored a memorable final highlight—taking the snap on a fake punt and throwing a perfect pass to Matayo Uiagalelei for a crucial first down that sparked the comeback.

Mickey's Angle: Oregon's defense now faces a brutal double hit losing both Tuioti and Moore; bettors should watch how the Ducks adjust their front seven rotation and whether the pass rush pressure drops off without their leader.

Source: ESPN - written by Mickey the Mouth from the original report.