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Oregon Star Defender Teitum Tuioti Out for Season After Knee Injury

Oregon outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury suffered in the win over Ohio State.

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Big Blow to the Ducks Defense

Oregon outside linebacker Teitum Tuioti is done for the season after suffering a knee injury on Saturday. Coach Dan Lanning confirmed the news on Monday, stating that the senior from Hawaii will need surgery.

Tuioti was carted off the field during the fourth quarter of Oregon's 41-28 victory over Ohio State with his left knee wrapped. Before going down, he made a major impact on the game. During the first half, Lanning called a fake punt where Tuioti took the snap and completed a pass to edge rusher Matayo Uiagalelei for a first down. That drive resulted in a touchdown that started the comeback for the Ducks.

A Standout Career at Oregon

The loss of Tuioti hurts a defense that relies heavily on his leadership. This season, he recorded 5.5 sacks, 22 solo tackles, 44 total tackles, a team high nine tackles for loss, and one forced fumble.

Tuioti has played significant minutes since his freshman year. He had a breakout season in 2025, posting 68 tackles and 9.5 sacks. He became the emotional anchor for a defense trying to keep the team moving forward despite three losses and a season ending concussion to quarterback Dante Moore.

"Teitum has been unbelievable for us this year, and every year; watching him grow as a player and a person has been a lot of fun," Lanning said Monday. "I don't know if he'll get another chance to play [at] Oregon, but whoever gets that guy in the future is gonna be really lucky."

Looking Ahead

Tuioti is considered a top edge rusher prospect for the 2027 NFL draft. If Saturday was his final appearance in an Oregon uniform, his trick play pass against Ohio State provided a big moment to end his college career. Now, the Ducks must adjust their defensive lineup without their star defender.

What it means for the next game

Michigan Wolverines at Oregon Ducks (College Football, Sat, 14 Nov): Oregon Ducks win 78%, Michigan Wolverines win 22%; projected score Oregon Ducks 25, Michigan Wolverines 14. Our safest pick: Oregon to win.