Dan Lanning Addresses Injuries To Dakorien Moore, Kenyon Sadiq, Alex Harkey

The Oregon Ducks injury report before Iowa Hawkeyes game was lengthy. Oregon was without its top two receiving threats in receiver Dakorien Moore and tight end Kenyon Sadiq plus offensive tackle Alex Harkey. Oregon coach Dan Lanning addressed the injuries after the game.

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The No. 9 Oregon Ducks' injury report was a major storyline going into the Iowa Hawkeyes matchup.

The Ducks were without wide receiver Dakorien Moore and tight end Kenyon Sadiq - their top two receiving threats - as well as right tackle Alex Harkey. After the 18-16 win, Oregon coach Dan Lanning discussed where things stand with the injured trio.

Oregon wide receiver Dakorien Moore celebrates the Ducks’ win as the Oregon Ducks host the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 6, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The bad news got worse - in the first quarter of the game, Oregon wide receiver Gary Bryant Jr. was injured. He was carried off of the field, both ankles were wrapped and then he walked into the locker room on his own.

Between the pouring down rain and the injury report, Oregon fans were understandably nervous about the outcome of the game that has massive implications in the Big Ten Conference and College Football Playoff. Sportsbooks changed the odds as well... An hour before kickoff, Oregon went from a 6.5-point favorite to a 4.5-point favorite on FanDuel.

What Dan Lanning Said After Iowa Game

Oregon receiver Dakorien Moore suffered an injury in practice and missed his first Oregon game.

“I know everybody will want some updates on injuries and where guys are at, but I’m really just proud of the way the guys played. Ultimately, it was kind of a weird week. We actually didn’t have a lot of contact. Dakorien kind of tweaked his knee on a non-contact in spiders. I think he’s gonna be okay, but was obviously out tonight,” Lanning said.

Moore's injury is not expected to be season ending, per CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz .

“Kenyon has had lingering injuries since the Rutgers game where he makes a big catch in the end zone. We just want to give him the ability to try to recover from that because he's tried to practice and it hasn't been what it needed to be. Harkey rolled his ankle, but he was really close to being able to potentially help us in this game and kind of the same with (Devon Jackson),” Lanning continued.

Sadiq "begged" Lanning to let him play in the game but he was not cleared by medical staff, per CBS sideline reporter Jenny Dell.

Depth Tested For Offensive Playmakers

Moore, Sadiq and Bryant Jr. are Oregon quarterback Dante Moore's three top receiving threats. Moore has quickly proven why he was one of the most sought-after recruits in the country. The former five-star freshman has emerged as a key playmaker in Oregon’s explosive offense as quarterback Dante Moore's top target and one of the brightest young stars in college football.

Aug 30, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Dakorien Moore (1) leaps over Montana State Bobcats defensive back Bryant Meredith (6) during the first half at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Veterans Bryant Jr. and Sadiq have been clutch this season for Moore - The injury setbacks are a major blow for the defending Big Ten Champion Ducks. Moving forward, it certainly puts more pressure on the Ducks’ run game and veteran pass-catchers to step up.

A look at Oregon's depth...

Behind those three playmakers is Florida State transfer Malik Benson. Entering the game, Benson had just 18 catches this season but has played on some big stages, including during his freshman season at Alabama under coach Nick Saban. Entering the game, redshirt freshman Jeremiah McClellan had 14 receptions for 216 yards and one touchdown this season and will definitely see more playing time.

At tight end, the Ducks have Jamari Johnson. A huge highlight of Johnson's season so far came in the first overtime at Penn State - a touchdown off a shovel pass from Moore. Entering the game, Johnson had nine receptions on 133 yards and one touchdown.

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Sep 13, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Headshot of Oregon Ducks wide receiver Dakorien Moore (1) against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images | David Banks-Imagn Images

Full Injury Report Before Oregon - Iowa Game

Out

Dakorien Moore, wide receiver
Sione Laulea, defensive back
Evan Stewart, wide receiver
Trey McNutt, defensive back
Da'Jaun Riggs, running back
Jayden Limar, running back
Dillon Gresham, wide receiver
Jack Ressler, wide receiver

Questionable

Kenyon Sadiq, questionable
Devon Jackson, linebacker
Alex Harkey, offensive tackle

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