Nebraska fans react to quarterback Dylan Raiola leaving for Oregon
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Former Nebraska football quarterback Dylan Raiola transferred to the Oregon Ducks on Monday. The starting quarterback seeks a fresh start in Eugene for 2026.
Raiola had a productive career with the Huskers. He recorded 4,819 yards, 31 touchdowns, and 17 interceptions in 22 games with the program. He last played against the USC Trojans before suffering a broken fibula in the third quarter.
Now, he will get a fresh start for a Ducks program that is looking to compete at a high level. In a unique twist, the Huskers are scheduled to play the Ducks this season. The quarterback once thought to be a cornerstone in Lincoln may get a chance to reach his full potential in Eugene.
Social media reactions were strong following the news of Raiola’s transfer. This is certainly major news in what has been a busy transfer portal cycle to date.
The news
BREAKING: Nebraska transfer QB Dylan Raiola has committed to Oregon, @PeteNakos & @Hayesfawcett3 report🦆https://t.co/2LIUmaJ15Jpic.twitter.com/KAxkNA4HXT
— On3 (@On3sports) January 12, 2026
Future starter
Dylan Raiola announces commitment to Oregon. Of Dante Moore returns, he’d back him up in 2026 and take over as starter in 2027. pic.twitter.com/mP9iruU894
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) January 12, 2026
Official
Raiola is officially a Duck 🦆 pic.twitter.com/xNC4A8HNCb
— Barstool Ducks (@BarstoolDucks) January 12, 2026
Moore out
So Moore is coming out. Going back and having a 5 star with as many starts as Raiola breathing down your neck? If you get benched you cost yourself generational wealth. Not to mention Raiola isn’t committing to Oregon to sit games. https://t.co/gzsFgORCHt
— Tony Vegas (@tonypayments) January 12, 2026
Big Ten fans are not high on this move for Oregon
Dylan Raiola has committed to Oregon! 🦆
Now we await Dante Moore’s decision.. well there goes Oregon’s chance to make a run this for the Natty again!!!
— #BuckeyeNation (@Buckeyefanohio7) January 12, 2026
Oregon fans want him to establish an identity
I don’t know better than Oregon Staff. I’m not a talent evaluator but I will say:
—>Dylan needs to find himself first. You be Dylan Raiola. You’re a duck, I support you moving forward, but let’s find Dylan.
Break the habits of mimicking your idol. #GoDucks
— DUCKorien 🦆 (@TexasDuck217) January 12, 2026
Fans like it from a practical perspective
Dylan Raiola committing to #Oregon and potentially sitting behind Dante Moore for a year is so good for college football.
— Chase (@chasealt01) January 12, 2026
Other fans are not so sure
Dan Lanning won’t have a job after Dylan Raiola starts for him https://t.co/sebj9uvl81
— The Analyst (@analyst4sports_) January 12, 2026
The Mahomes connection won’t go away
Dylan Raiola saw this and had to commit to Oregon pic.twitter.com/Jff43rb0sZ
— previous eagle (@previous_eagle) January 12, 2026
Fans are wishing Oregon luck
Dylan Raiola is a head case.
Good luck, Oregon.
— AgentConservateur (@conservateurmom) January 12, 2026
Advanced stats
Former Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola has committed to Oregon, per @mzenitz
🦆 109.3 Passer Rating in 2025 (5th Among Big Ten QBs) pic.twitter.com/811nzGouyT
— PFF College (@PFF_College) January 12, 2026
Ducks in Lincoln in 2027
If Dante Moore stays, Dylan will sit next year and be the starter in the 2027 season
Ducks travel to Lincoln in 2027👀 https://t.co/lmye2KAyz2
— Barstool ‘Skers (@BarstoolHusker) January 12, 2026
Eugene
Dylan Raiola has committed to Oregon. The former Nebraska QB is headed to Eugene. pic.twitter.com/kfAFIzuXQ7
— Adam Rittenberg (@ESPNRittenberg) January 12, 2026
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