Kelly's first class was ranked. 2 among QBs. Ben Bolch has been a Los Angeles Times staff writer since 1999. 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 3 pocket-passer, has committed to play for Oregon and new coach Dan Lanning, he told ESPN. A top in-state target for the Michigan Wolverines in the 2023 class is headed elsewhere, and this one really stings. Hes a driven young man who wants to be special and works at it, so we were excited to add him.. I think that's a great get for UCLA. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). The last 12 months or so have been the apex of the Moore experience, as. Dante Moore, the No. He was putting the ball exactly where he wanted to, whether it was a touch pass or he had to put a little extra juice behind it.. 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? Not since Drew Henson 25 years ago has the state of Michigan produced a quarterback prospect as heralded as Detroit King standout Dante Moore. Moore took an official visit to UCLA last weekend, which was the first sign of trouble for the Ducks, and the buzz surrounding a potential flip has built since. Please check your email for a confirmation. But a recent development in the recruiting landscape may change peoples opinions. Moore also spent time training with acclaimed quarterback mechanics guru Tom House, whose pupils include Tom Brady and Drew Brees, Carson Palmer and many others. A year earlier, the consensus five-star recruit had done the same thing.. For. He stood up and he rose to the occasion every time we saw him. Theres a super big buzz now since UCLA had a pretty decent year this year, Gray said. 3 nationally by 247 Sports, making him the highest-ranked player Kelly has signed in his coaching career. 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. Ranked No. In the end, there are numerous factors that likely went into Moores decision to flip schools. ----- 2022: As a senior, led Detroit King to a 10-3 record and a second consecutive Michigan Division III state championship. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Detroit King's Dante Moore passes against Cass Tech during the first half of King's 41-34 win on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at King High School. So does this change things? The Duck program will fade fast, especially when it's nothing a top two conference. 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. Yet when you look at the top 10 quarterbacks in the 2023 college football recruiting class, five of the top guys are still available and that's where this update will focus starting with. Many people saw JJ and Cade and what theyve done. Detroit King quarterback Dante Moore (5) passes against River Rouge during first-half action on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. . Does a nice job of reading coverages and does well throwing into windows against zone coverages. It's clear that Dillingham's departure created a real opening for other schools, but don't expect a quick decision. 2020: As a sophomore, led Detroit King to a 6-4 record and a Michigan Division III fourth-round playoff appearance. Like I said, they've made all the right moves so far, but it's not going to be easy to hang on. 6 overall prospect according to the 247 sports composite rankings for 2023 and the third-ranked quarterback, was thought to be a Michigan lean at one time after . He would put up some huge numbers and that wouldnt hurt in terms of getting to the NFL. That may seem less likely now that former Kent State QB Collin Schlee transferred to UCLA over the weekend. Michigan State cant be deemed a threat until Moore actually takes a visit there but we didnt know about the UCLA football visit until the last minute. 247sSports recetnly projected Dante Moore as UCLA's starting quarterback. Please check your email for a confirmation. 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. In short, no. 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. The courtship between Notre Dame and Michigan quarterback Dante Moore was well documented. The 13-player recruiting class that Kelly unveiled Wednesday reflected that excitement. Moore got out to Oregon in January for a weekend and Ducks offensive coordinator Kenny Dillingham has been recruiting him as long as any passer he's been on in the 2022 cycle. Early life and high school. 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. Moore committed to Oregon before flipping very late in the process to UCLA, with which he signed. At one point it looked as if Moore would end up in South Bend. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. More players are likely on the way. Hunter Dickinsons buzzer-beater could potentially have saved the season for Michigan. Los Alamitos wide receiver Ethan OConnor celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Edison. All College Football news fromFanSided Daily, Farewell to Mike Leach, the most influential football coach this generation, College football: Ranking top 5 non-New Years Six bowls by watchability, Building Best All-Time College Football Team, Simmons also mentioned a possible visit to Ohio State, Wiltfong reports OSU is more focused on Lincoln Kienholz, College football: Ranking top 5 non-New Year's Six bowls by watchability, Micah Parsons Claimed He Wasn't Trying to Make Enemies While Inflaming Cowboys-Eagles Beef, Why a Utah Rose Bowl win is far from guaranteed, How the Fenway Bowl could be a highlight of 2022. (Thursday) was his day, so I respect it and its a true blessing for him.. Just the respect I have with them and the respect they have with me, Moore said of what has caused Michigan to make up ground. The new Top247 Top-10 for the class of 2023 is here . Friday nights intel says its all but done that he would end up in Westwood, Wiltfong wrote. https://duckswire.usatoday.com/lists/breaking-5-star-qb-dante-moore-to-decommit-from-oregon-flip-to-ucla-bruins/, Kent State QB Collin Schlee transferred to UCLA, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, Took Official Visit to Oregon on April 29, 2021, Took Official Visit to UCLA on December 10, 2022. In my opinion, it changes my mind. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. What impressed Gray most about his new teammate? 221112 Msu Rutgers Fb 038a. The On3 valuation rankings give us a good sense: 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. Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. Now that Moore was on board, the foursome wanted to see who else they might be able to lure. The players understand that we do a good job in recruiting of what we are, Kelly said, and I think we have the No. Oregon quarterback Bo Nix still hasn't made a decision to return to Eugene next season or pursue the NFL Draft. Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports. Whatever happens, though, its clear the Ducks have to seriously worry about the potential of their five-star QB flipping schools. Hes got a tremendous upside, hes a really skilled football player, but I really think his mindset is what makes Dante special. Thursday's workouts will include some . The four UCLA-bound high school football players on the group chat reacted to the news of Dante Moores commitment like the arrival of a dazzling gift that had been ordered a few weeks earlier. 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. Dante Moore, who the Irish have been fading for since the commitment of CJ Carr, and Jason Moore, who the Irish were thought to be the leaders for at the beginning of the week, both announced. Things have been going pretty well for Notre Dame football on the recruiting trail recently. In the new landscape of college football that came to bear once the rules on name, image and likeness were changed, an athlete is no longer looked at simply on the basis of what production he can bring on the field. Moore didnt get into the topic too much with Simmons, just saying he was excited for Carr to have his day and the relationship between Moore and Notre Dame is still good. . He's started since his freshman year and gone to two state title games, has performed well against top competition and demonstrated desired intangibles as well as arm talent. Very ready to play as a true freshman. 24 nationally by 247Sports.com, it might be Kelly's best class. Nebraska gets 4-star. Moore is as calculated a recruit as you'll find. The 13-player recruiting class that Kelly unveiled Wednesday reflected that excitement. Please check your email for a confirmation. Washington signal-caller Michael Penix Jr. is coming back, as is Washington State QB Cam Ward. If Gray and his band of fledgling recruiters has its way, a big-deal class will keep getting bigger. 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. It was thought that departure could create some movement with Moore and hes taken an official visit to UCLA football. I still think Oregon has a solid chance to sign him next week. Full Shows The recruitment of 5-Star QB Dante Moore is on absolute fire right now, and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are in a battle for his commitment. The Buckeyes were a somewhat unexpecting name, as it seemed Ryan Day and his staff had moved on to other targets. He was the offensive coordinator for Oregon and is now the head coach at Arizona State. 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. 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. Hes ranked as the No. 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. 3 player in the Class of 2023, told ESPN that he's flipped his college commitment to UCLA from Oregon. But not everything can be perfect on Saturday, the Irish lost the. Moore is more of a pro-style quarterback but he's one of the best. 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. He's based out of Long Beach, CA and travels around Southern California and the country covering top high school football prospects. Anticipates well and gets rid of the ball quickly. After all, Oregon football did land Dante Moore before he re-opened things and went to UCLA. Dante Moore (born May 24, 2005) is an American football quarterback for the University of California, Los Angeles.. The start of March meant bringing targets back on campus to attend practices and go on unofficial visits. Dante Moore took an official visit to UCLA last weekend as we close in on the early signing period. @DuckTerritory x @dantemoore05 pic.twitter.com/esaPviK8nz. Moore is more of a pro-style quarterback but hes one of the best players in the 2023 class and one of the quarterbacks good enough to start right away. 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. 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. The four-star prospects were Gray, who also intends to play baseball for the Bruins, and Chula Vista Mater Dei wide receiver Jeremiah McClure. The 63 205 QB from Detroit, MI had been committed to the Ducks since July. 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? 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. Notre Dame's recruitment of 5-Star quarterback Dante Moore has taken on a life of its own. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. It isnt a tracker of NIL deals that a player has already signed, but rather an estimate for how much they might be worth. Does he make that decision if he doesn't know who the quarterback will be? 3 overall player in the Class of 2023, shocked the recruiting world when he flipped his commitment from Oregon to UCLA on Monday. Jay Johnsons seat has to be warming up this offseason. Hes so smart and knows so much about football. 1. 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. 6 recruit in his class and No. And, Shedeur Sanders came to Colorado for a revamped Buffs team. There's been a little bit of chatter that Moore could head to Columbus this weekend for a visit to Ohio State, however that has not been confirmed. One thing's certain. They say Im the only 2023 (quarterback) recruit theyre recruiting, so that was huge for me. He is the highest-ranked QB to commit to the Bruins in the modern recruiting ranking era.https://t.co/BSBBqSi2DD pic.twitter.com/CogpsUJAz1, Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) December 19, 2022, 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. Should either opt for UCLA, it might make Moore reconsider his potential flip decision. But maybe there's some news that could hint at a return? 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. 13 nationally) back in the 2008 recruiting class. 2023 Top Football Recruits in Michigan (44) 2023 Highschool Pos Rankings State Rankings Top247 247Sports Composite Rank Player Pos Ht / Wt Rating Team 1 1 Dante Moore Martin Luther King. Over the weekend Oregon Ducks quarterback commit Dante Moore took an official visit to UCLA, and it was a trip that drew a lot of attention. 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). Top 50 Spartan Football Players of All Time, Top 30 Football Games In Michigan State History, Top 25 Spartan Football Players of the Mark Dantonio Era, MSU V Mich: Most Memorable Plays in Recent History. Would this mean retaining Jay Johnson? Wednesday rooting guide: Helping Michigan break into the field, Bracketology: Michigan on the cusp of being in the Field of 68. 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. 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. To no surprise, Moore became the highest QB commit in Oregon Ducks history and also snuck into the top-five for overall commits in Oregon history as well. The Georgia Bulldogs have offered a scholarship to class of 2023 standout quarterback recruit Dante Moore, who plays football for Martin Luther King High School in Detroit, Michigan. On3s Chad Simmons ($) caught up with him at the event to get his thoughts on several topics, including where the Wolverines stand in his recruitment and his thoughts on 2024 five-star CJ Carr recently committing to Notre Dame. Steven Lassan of Athlon Sports gave his early Pac-12 QB rankings, and it's no surprise who'ss on top . He was just extended until 2027 and makes $5 million a year, which isn't bad, but for a guy who's been there so long and has multiple 9-win seasons . On Saturday morning, Wiltfong reported that all signs point toward Moore committing to UCLA, and it would take a massive change for Dan Lanning and the Ducks to hold onto the elite prospect. Finished high school career with a 40-11 record across four seasons, winning two state titles and appearing in another state championship game. Dante Moore is the prized recruit in the 2023 recruiting class and Michigan State football is in how pursuit. Moore got to know his new OC a bit and Nix just announced he's coming back and all these things . Ohio State is a school that can enter just about any recruitment regardless of timing. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Varsity starter since his freshman season. Can throw receivers open and gives his playmakers a chance to go get the ball. 2021: As a junior, led Detroit King to a 13-1 record and the Michigan Division III state championship. But Moore said quarterbacks coach Corey Dennis and Day remain in contact with him. The Ducks need to get some clarity on their quarterback picture and fast. The Fighting Irish were thought to be the favorite for Moore in his recruitment, but with Carrs commitment to ND and the chance Carr may reclassify to 2023, many believe the two would not commit to the same school. The class was almost evenly split with six players on offense and seven on defense. I spoke to a source close to this recruitment on Monday and was told Oregon believes this is going to be a fight until the end. Johnson has proven to be a valuable recruiter when it comes to offensive players and especially quarterbacks and he had a solid relationship with Moore. 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. He has been locked in with the Ducks for months, but a visit to Los Angeles in early December put the notion into place that he might be wavering on his decision. Max Torres is the publisher and lead editor of Ducks Digest. Simmons also mentioned a possible visit to Ohio State. 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. 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