He was named the MaxPreps Michigan Player of the Year in 2021 after throwing for over. 1 spot. Moore got to know his new OC a bit and Nix just announced he's coming back and all these things . The Detroit Martin Luther King Jr. quarterback was one of more than 50 quarterbacks participating in the Elite 11 Ohio Regional inside Massillon's Paul L.David Athletic Training Center. Dante Moore. Moore is more of a pro-style quarterback but he's one of the best. 00:36. His 247Sports. 3 overall player in the 2023 class. Ranked No. 2021: As a junior, led Detroit King to a 13-1 record and the Michigan Division III state championship. Its impossible to say for sure, but this is certainly a tough one to swallow for Duck fans. Moore has been trained by former Michigan quarterback Devin Gardner - a former On3 Consensus recruit in the 2010 class - since he was 11 years old. But really, Im just trying to go up there as much as I can and just enjoy my time up there., What they did last year to be honest with the quarterback game, Moore added when asked what has impressed him most. Dave Doeren, NC State. Sign up for the Ducks Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Report: Ducks to add Antonio Parks as offensive analyst. The Wolverines linebacker room should take a MASSIVE step forward in 2023. The Spartans picked up a. He's ranked as the No. Hunter Dickinsons buzzer-beater could potentially have saved the season for Michigan. Moore committed to Oregon before flipping very late in the process to UCLA, with which he signed. As of right now, my guess is that Lanning can win him over, especially if Moore visits this weekend and has a good meeting with Oregons new OC. Dante Moore was just a 13-year-old middle schooler but it took just a few drills for Harbaugh to extend him a scholarship offer. It's also notable that reports came out this weekend that Oregon head. Dante MOORE (@dantemoore05) November 27, 2022 This doesn't necessarily mean that Moore will stay committed to the Ducks, although some comments from him after winning the state championship. Moore was born in East Cleveland, Ohio and grew up in nearby Elyria.He later moved to Detroit, Michigan and attended Martin Luther King High School (MLK). The players understand that we do a good job in recruiting of what we are, Kelly said, and I think we have the No. Hes a former NFL head coach and known as a quarterback guru. The flipping of Moores commitment in the wake of a 9-3 season significantly enhanced the advantages UCLA already enjoyed with its winning academics, striking campus and year-round beach weather. Dante Moore is now a Bruin. As for the appeal, the Buckeyes are as marketable as any school in the nation and they were Moore's dream school as a kid despite growing up in Michigan. I still think Oregon has a solid chance to sign him next week. Headlining the class was Moore, the Detroit King standout who was ranked No. They say Im the only 2023 (quarterback) recruit theyre recruiting, so that was huge for me. It was thought that departure could create some movement with Moore and hes taken an official visit to UCLA football. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. I think its growing tremendously. Can throw receivers open and gives his playmakers a chance to go get the ball. Going into this spring, you couldnt argue the fact five-star quarterback Dante Moore was an elite player, and among the best in the 2023 class. Moore's mother, Jera Moore . OConnor is expected to sign in February and the Bruins still are pursuing Gardena Serra cornerback Rodrick Pleasant, among others. Dan Lanning, Kenny Dillingham, and Oregon swooped it and beat out the in-state team Michigan for his commitment. It doesnt mean he would start right away but hes always wanted to play early. SIZE: 6-foot-2, 195 pounds. Of course, the number of players that a college team sends to the combine and NFL draft isn't directly comparable to on-field success, but it is certainly Traeshon Holden has announced his jersey number for the upcoming season in Eugene. Full Shows 1:45. For Oregon Duck fans, where does five-star quarterback commit Dante Moore stand, and how much money does he stand to gain during his time in Eugene? Moore will be one of many recruits that'll be on campus for this game, as it appears to be a huge recruiting weekend for both the football and basketball programs. Of course, the number of players that a college team sends to the combine and NFL draft isn't directly comparable to on-field success, but it is certainly Traeshon Holden has announced his jersey number for the upcoming season in Eugene. Some of the numbers seem lower than you might think, especially if you consider a few of the massive NIL deals that have reportedly been signed over the past year, some of which are upward of $7 million or more. July 7, 2022 3:30 pm CT. Dante Moore, one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2023 recruiting class has officially announced his commitment date via Twitter. The On3 NIL Valuation is an index that looks to set the standard . The On3 valuation rankings give us a good. Living up to the hype since, Moore is now Sports Illustrated' s No. However, the Dante Moore who walked out of the Elite 11 on Saturday wasn't . Thus, Moore won't have a decent supporting cast, and his team will be losers. For Oregon Duck fans, where does five-star quarterback commit Dante Moore stand, and how much money does he stand to gain during his time in Eugene? Gambling problem? In the end, there are numerous factors that likely went into Moores decision to flip schools. If he can bring Moore, a serious program-changing quarterback, to East Lansing to compete with Katin Houser, youd have to respect that. - Gabe Brooks. Now, Moore is ranked No. Where Michigans commits and targets land in On3s latest rankings update, Top five LB prospects for Michigan in the 2024 recruiting class, Discussing the latest recruiting rankings for Michigan commits, targets, Recruiting Roundup: More Michigan targets lining up March visits, 2025 four-star Michigan commit Chris Ewald locks in Florida State visit, hopes to see Alabama this spring, Recruiting Roundup: A Jadyn Davis update and positive developments for offensive line recruits. Steven Lassan of Athlon Sports gave his early Pac-12 QB rankings, and it's no surprise who'ss on top . Bolch is also the author of the recently released book 100 Things UCLA Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die. He previously covered UCLA basketball from 2010-11 before going on to cover the NBA and the Clippers for five years. As Mel Tucker and Michigan State football continue recruiting for the class of 2023, five-star quarterback Dante Moore takes his fifth unofficial visit to East Lansing. Anticipates well and gets rid of the ball quickly. It's hard to say if Nix's decision to return will be a dealbreaker or not. Dante Moore took an official visit to UCLA last weekend as we close in on the early signing period. . NIL was a factor butDillingham was probably the biggest thing. Michigan kept recruiting Moore, relentlessly even, because this . Dante Moore, the No. Like I said, they've made all the right moves so far, but it's not going to be easy to hang on. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Dante Moore Pro Style Quarterback 6'3" | 199 lbs Class of 2023 @ Martin Luther King | Detroit, MI Commitment Status signed committed 12/19/2022 UCLA Previously committed to Oregon, 07/08/2022 - 12/19/2022 Futurecast Results 91% 28% Mine 00:00 rankings 6.1 rating 4 national 1 state 3 position updated 01/24/2023 SCHOOL INTERESTS Sign up for the Ducks Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Report: Ducks to add Antonio Parks as offensive analyst. Here are the underpaid guys, in my estimation. Nebraska gets 4-star. A top in-state target for the Michigan Wolverines in the 2023 class is headed elsewhere, and this one really stings. And the reason I am is because on this list, I think he's the guy that has the best opportunity to not just start in 2023 . The coach hailed the versatility of Solomone Malafu, a linebacker from Kapaa (Hawaii) who can play both inside and outside positions, and said the arrival of Lee and Jones could help offset the departures of veteran safeties Stephan Blaylock and Mo Osling III. Moore said a handful of other schools remain in contention in his recruitment, including LSU, Oregon, Miami, Ohio State and Notre Dame. The start of March meant bringing targets back on campus to attend practices and go on unofficial visits. 2 among QBs. In my opinion, it changes my mind. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. I think that's a great get for UCLA. Los Angeles, Ducks three-game win streak snapped in overtime loss to Capitals, High school basketball: Southern California and Northern California Regional results and updated pairings, Sherman Oaks Notre Dame overcomes deficit to win Mission League opener, Still in UCLAs corner, Ben Howland stressed importance of getting No. Throughout the recruitment process, it's all been me-me-me. Michigan State is at least making Moore hear it out before either reaffirming his Oregon commitment or deciding to flip. If Gray and his band of fledgling recruiters has its way, a big-deal class will keep getting bigger. That may seem less likely now that former Kent State QB Collin Schlee transferred to UCLA over the weekend. Moore, a 6-foot-2, 210-pounder from Martin Luther King High School in Detroit, Michigan, was the top uncommitted quarterback in the current recruiting cycle. Some of the best players across the nation are all convening at Lucas Oil Stadium to work out for prospective NFL teams and interview with coaches and general managers who are deciding on which guys they want to draft come April. Jay Johnson's seat has to be warming up this . Physical traits are good, but it is his intangible traits that are elite as well as his accuracy and understanding of the game. Has good arm strength but would not classify the pure velocity as elite. Previously ranked No. Moore is a 6-foot-3, 200-pound quarterback from Detroit powerhouse . The idea is that in Los Angeles Moore would have a path to start as a true freshman. Throws with good touch down the field. Dante Moore poses during a photoshoot on a visit to Oregon. Leading up to Moore's commitment, schools like Michigan, Notre Dame and Texas A&M were all making headlines when it came to the Detroit quarterback. He happily traded in gobs of hotel points and airline miles to return to cover UCLA basketball and football in the summer of 2016. Positional workouts get underway at the NFL scouting combine on Thursday, when the defensive linemen and linebackers hit the field at Lucas Oil Stadium. Bruins coaches had kept the prospects apprised of Moores status as the five-star quarterback increasingly contemplated switching his allegiance from Oregon to UCLA. They definitely upheld any expectations that anyone had and they blew some expectations out of the water, so theyre definitely getting more buzz than they have been in the last couple of years.. To answer the first part, though, we wanted to use the On3 NIL valuation tool. PREDICTION: Oregon to land key 2023 recruit. UCLA football hosted five-star QB and Oregon commitment Dante Moore for an official visit this past weekend. Dante Moore (born May 24, 2005) is an American football quarterback for the University of California, Los Angeles.. Dan Lanning made it a priority to get out to Detroit for a visit with Moore at the start of the month and navigated the Kenny Dillingham's departure for Arizona State about as well as you could expect. 1 in academics and that resonates with kids.. Very ready to play as a true freshman. Chief among them may be former Oregon offensive coordinator Kenny Dillinghams decision to leave the Ducks to take the head coaching job with the Arizona State Sun Devils. 2023 five-star QB Dante Moore provides recruiting update following CJ Carrs commitment to ND, Michigan Spring Ball Preview: Linebackers leveling up. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Heres what UCLA football fans need to know ahead of early signing day Wednesday, Letters to the Editor: The UCLA-Big Ten drama was really about hurting UC Berkeleys feelings, Before and after photos from space show storms effect on California reservoirs, Dramatic before and after photos from space show epic snow blanketing SoCal mountains, The chance of a lifetime: Five friends ski the tallest mountain in Los Angeles, Best coffee city in the world? 24 nationally by 247Sports.com, it might be Kelly's best class. If Moore is going to flip, they seem like the best bet. Early life and high school. TWEET. Feb 26, 2023. UCLA is hosting both Kent State QB Collin Schlee and Clemson QB DJ Uiagalelei on visits this weekend. Kelly's first class was ranked. 9 recruit overall in the 2023 class according to the On3 consensus rankings. QB Dante Moore, who is the No. I wanted to give some of my thoughts on this recruitment and where I think things stand with his commitment. He would put up some huge numbers and that wouldnt hurt in terms of getting to the NFL. UCLA prepares to take the field against California before a game in Berkeley on Nov. 25. Was it a clear path to starting as a true freshman that convinced Moore to flip to Chip Kelly and the Bruins? Through collectives that have popped up around the nation, sponsors are pouring money into the college ranks and creating relationships with athletes. Really, I dont have a lot to say, Moore told Simmons Its a blessing for CJ to excel in his college career at Notre Dame, and (Marcus) Freeman and I still have the connection we had. Detroit King quarterback Dante Moore (5) passes against River Rouge during first-half action on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. 1 seed in West, Another Trevor Bauer defamation suit is thrown out. READ MORE: Oregon TE Moliki Matavao enters transfer portal, Subscribe to our FREE newsletter to have the latest Oregon Ducks news sent directly to your inbox. Then the situation changed for both parties. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. If you follow the recruiting game at all then you're certainly aware of the name Dante Moore . Moore and UCLA football coach Chip Kelly posted some pictures on social media and I can see why Moore would be attracted to working under Kelly. Some coaches make too much money, and some too little. Dante Moore, a five-star quarterback and the No. Solid athlete who has added more mobility to his game as the years have gone on, but is not likely to be a big threat as a designed runner, but can do a little bit of that if needed. Please check your email for a confirmation. Notre Dame's recruitment of 5-Star quarterback Dante Moore has taken on a life of its own. Please check your email for a confirmation. Dan Lanning continues adding to his coaching staff for the 2023 season. Kellys first class was ranked No. The latest intel from 247Sports Steve Wilftong may be the most damning information in that narrative so far. He's covered the Oregon football and recruiting beats for four years. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Sep 10, 2022 10:33 PM EDT Michigan is basically not recruiting the quarterback position in 2023 since missing on Detroit Martin Luther King five-star signal caller Dante Moore. 2 prospect in 2023 class, per 247Sports Share this article 199 shares Zachary Neel July 18, 2022 9:36 am PT Going into this spring, you couldn't. Obviously Johnson has lost a lot of fans this season due to the regression of Payton Thorne and the ineffectiveness of the offense, but what would you think of him if he brought Moore to Michigan State football? Only a handful of schools can do that, and the Buckeyes have a rich history, are in the playoff picture every year and are an NFL factory--just to name a few factors. The biggest complement I can give him is that he's a better person than football player and I think he's the best football player in the country." Friday nights intel says its all but done that he would end up in Westwood, Wiltfong wrote. ", @CSing57 and @cpetagna247 break down @oregonfootball commit Dante Moore & why he earned his 5th star on 247Sports. As we roll forward to the start of spring football across the college football landscape, the NFL news cycle continues to churn this week in Indianapolis as the 2023 NFL Combine takes place. Moore also got to virtually join Dante Dowdell's in-home visit Monday night, as the staff works to remind him of the weapons he can dominate with in Eugene. The last few days have seemingly pointed toward one outcome for the Oregon Ducks: Five-star quarterback Dante Moore flips his commitment to the UCLA Bruins. The team also will continue to import players through the transfer portal. He last visited Ann Arbor in May, where he was able to further build his relationship with co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss, as Moore told On3s EJ Holland. Dante Moore, UCLA Young on Moore: "I'm very intrigued by Dante Moore. Kelly described Tre Edwards, a 6-1, 210-pound standout from Chula Vista Mater Dei, as a big-bodied linebacker while saying Donayvn Pellot from Las Vegas Silverado is more of an outside linebacker who could thrive in space. He's rated behind Arch Manning and USC commit Malachi . 4 quarterback and the No. LSU Football Recruiting: QB Dante Moore to commit on Friday Advertisement 5-star LSU quarterback target Dante Moore to announce decision on Friday Kyle Richardson July 7, 2022 2:00 pm CT. But recruiting moves fast. https://duckswire.usatoday.com/lists/report-chances-are-drastically-low-that-oregon-holds-on-to-5-star-qb-dante-moore/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, Took Official Visit to Oregon on April 29, 2022, Took Official Visit to UCLA on Dec. 10, 2022. Bolch was once selected by NBA TVs The Starters as the Worst of the Week after questioning their celebrity journalism-style questions at an NBA All-Star game and considers it one of his finer moments. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll College Football and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Varsity starter since his freshman season. Hes a driven young man who wants to be special and works at it, so we were excited to add him.. As we roll forward to the start of spring football across the college football landscape, the NFL news cycle continues to churn this week in Indianapolis as the 2023 NFL Combine takes place. But then came the questions about Dante Moore and it soon became clear that taking Carr's commitment means the end of recruiting Moore. Dante Moore, the No. BK Recruiting Home; News Feed; Team Rankings; Commitments; Decommitments; Scheduled Commits; . Spartans fans are excited . 4 quarterback and the No. The class was almost evenly split with six players on offense and seven on defense. Could the Bruins flip the 2023 quarterback? 2020: As a sophomore, led Detroit King to a 6-4 record and a Michigan Division III fourth-round playoff appearance. He discusses the upcoming visit of elite QB Dante Moore to UCLA, Sam Leavitt's visit plans, the latest with Marcel Reed, the latest with Louisville commit Pierce Clarkson and more! Yet, Wiltfong reports OSU is more focused on Lincoln Kienholz, a Washington commitment from the state of South Dakota. "The great thing about coaching is you get to coach special kids and if he's not at the top, he's definitely one of them. SHARE. . Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports. Its in regard to a certain five-star quarterback from Detroit. Washington signal-caller Michael Penix Jr. is coming back, as is Washington State QB Cam Ward. It doesnt feel like a flip is imminent but you dont take an official visit (just his third overall unless you are serious about flipping). It's clear that Dillingham's departure created a real opening for other schools, but don't expect a quick decision. Theres a super big buzz now since UCLA had a pretty decent year this year, Gray said. And, Shedeur Sanders came to Colorado for a revamped Buffs team. Alabama transfer wide receiver Traeshon Holden committed to the Ducks over the weekend. Moore is a 6-foot-3, 200-pound quarterback from Detroit powerhouse . I dont think he made a wrong decision the whole game. He hired a young, innovative and hungry coach that should not only be a hit with recruits, but should also help keep some schematic continuity from what was a smashing success in 2022. It's not just that the best route to becoming an elite team is by recruiting 5-Star skill talent, but . Five-star quarterback Dante Moore (Detroit . Imagine too if Moore was able to win the job next season. Very consistent with ball placement and mechanics as we have seen very few wayward passes from him through three years of game and camp eval. Fr nhere Informationen zur Nutzung Ihrer Daten lesen Sie bitte unsere Datenschutzerklrung und Cookie-Richtlinie. But maybe there's some news that could hint at a return? Steve Wiltfong and Chad Simmons both reported that there was still confidence at Oregon, which is trying to get him for a visit this weekend. Carr, is visiting the Texas A&M Aggies this weekend. The 63 205 QB from Detroit, MI had been committed to the Ducks since July. A reader says UCLA has outshined UC Berkeley for a while now, and being forced to pay a Berkeley tax for leaving the Pac-12 only reinforces that.