USC Suspends Linebacker Stephens Over Late Hit on Oregon's Moore
The Trojans have suspended Desman Stephens II for one game after he was ejected for a late hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore.
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USC has suspended linebacker Desman Stephens II for one game following his conduct in Saturday night's 41-27 loss to Oregon, the program announced.
Stephens was ejected during the game after a late hit on Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, an incident that drew a penalty and his removal from the contest.
The one-game suspension means Stephens will be unavailable for USC's next matchup as the Trojans look to move past the loss to their conference rival.
The decision reflects the program's response to the on-field conduct that led to his ejection.
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