Dante Moore Shows Noticeable Muscular Gains Ahead of Big Ten Season
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore appeared noticeably more muscular at the Big Ten Media Days in Chicago compared to his appearance during spring football in April.

Portland, OR, July 30, 2026 —
Chicago – Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore drew attention at the Big Big Ten Media Days held in Chicago, exhibiting a visibly more muscular physique than he displayed during the team’s spring football practices in April. The sophomore quarterback’s physical transformation was a point of observation among media members and fans gathered for the event.
Moore, a highly-touted prospect entering his collegiate career, was present at the event representing the Oregon program as it prepares to transition into the Big Ten conference. His physical development between the spring and mid-summer sessions suggests a dedicated period of training and conditioning.
The specific details regarding Moore’s training regimen or any targeted weight gain were not provided. However, the observable change in his build indicates a commitment to enhancing his physical capabilities ahead of the upcoming football season. This development comes as Oregon gears up for its inaugural season in the Big Ten conference, a significant move for the athletic program.
Big Ten Media Days serve as a kickoff event for the conference, bringing together coaches and key players from all member institutions to discuss the upcoming season, share insights, and engage with the media. Moore’s presence and noticeable physical changes were a topic of discussion during the event’s proceedings.
Story summarized from the original created by Aaron Fentress on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.