USC has suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game following a late hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore during the 41‑27 loss on Saturday night.
The hit came in the final minutes of the game, prompting Stephens’ ejection and prompting the university to take disciplinary action for his conduct on the field.
Stephens, a key defender for the Trojans, will miss the next Pac‑12 contest as the suspension is intended to address the incident and uphold the program’s standards of play.
The game, played Saturday night, saw Oregon defeat USC 41‑27, with the late collision being a pivotal moment that shifted momentum toward the Ducks.
USC officials have not announced any further penalties or additional measures beyond the one‑game suspension for Stephens.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>