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Have a BIGG story coming out on the Collective that you do NOT want to miss out on…..

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Beavs vs Zags Pt.2….. Let’s do it again. #GoBeavs #BTD

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3⭐️RB Lamarcus Bell has committed to Oregon State!! 2026 prospect from Lake Oswego, OR chose Oregon State over offers from Cal, Illinois, BYU, and more. Bell is the 2nd commit of the 2026 class behind QB Deagan Rose, and is a big get for Coach Pickering. WELCOME HOME LAMARCUS!!
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No Parsa, No problem. Beavs handle business to move to 15-1 at Gill!! #GoBeavs #BTD

BANGGGGGGGGG!! BEAVS BEAT THE #16th RANKED ZAGS IN OVERTIME AT GILL!!! THERE IS A PARTY IN CORVALLIS TONIGHT!!!

Massive Gameday in Corvallis tonight as MBB takes on 16th ranked Gonzaga in Gill Coliseum. #GoBeavs

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French Guard Keziah Ekissi has committed to Oregon State!! The Howard College JUCO star is averaging 13ppg, 3.6apg and 3.6rpg while also shooting 41% from 3pt range. Another international gem added to this roster. Welcome HOME Keziah! #GoBeavs #BTD

UPDATE: As expected, HC Trent Bray will take over play calling duties for the DC spot next season.

The former DC that seemingly turned around this defensive unit from 2021-2023 under Jonathan Smith will also be coaching the Inside Linebackers Position as well. #GoBeavs #BTD

Defensive Coordinator Keith Hayward has resigned from his position.

OSU Defense was in the lower half of the country in yards per play and yards per game this past season under Heyward, who also coached the defensive backs. It is unclear for the reason of resignation. Best of luck Coach! #GoBeavs

A much needed blowout win in Stockton as the Beavs throttle Pacific… #GoBeavs #BTD

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3⭐️ATH T’andre Waverly has committed and signed his letter of intent to Oregon State! The All American chose the Beavs over Notre Dame and UW.

Waverly was one of the top uncommitted prospects in the country, and it a great late add for this staff. WELCOME HOME T’ANDRE!! #GoBeavs #BTD

Oregon State has promoted Offensive Analyst Will Heck to be the new TE’s coach.

Heck has also had coaching stints at Linfield and Cal, and is another promotion from this staff in recent years. Congrats Coach! #GoBeavs #BTD

3⭐️ATH T’andre Waverly will be deciding between Oregon State, Notre Dame and Washington during the Navy All-American Bowl on Saturday.

Waverly, a 6’4 225lb prospect from Mukilteo, WA has 2 Crystal Ball projections for Oregon State as well. One of the top uncommitted prospects. #GoBeavs #BTD

Oregon State is expected to hire Ray Pickering as the next RBs coach, per. Angie Machado

Pickering leaves the same role at Buffalo to join the Oregon State staff. He coached as an OC at Norfolk State, an Offensive Assistant at Texas and OC at Lane College. Welcome to the team Coach!! #GoBeavs #BTD

Beaver Nation! I am VERY excited to announce that I am joining @damnationnil as a Sports Journalism Intern! This will focus on reporting news, updates and interviewing players with their new product the Insider coming soon. Blessed and thankful for this opportunity! #GoBeavs

Safety Tyrice Ivy will return for another year thanks to the recent NCAA JUCO ruling. Per Jake Hedberg.

Ivy had 35tkls and 1PD this season for the Beavs and is another returning candidate to this defensive unit. #GoBeavs #BTD

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Miami transfer TE Riley Williams has committed to Oregon State!! The former 4⭐️ and Portland, OR native is a BIGG addition to a great portal class already. LET BRAY COOK!! #GoBeavs #BTD

UPDATE: Miami TE Riley Williams is currently on campus for a visit!

The Former 4⭐️ recruit from Portland, OR is a BIG portal target and would be a KEY part of this transfer class. Riley posted 187yds and 1TD in his 2 seasons at Miami in a very crowded TE room.

More updates to come👀 #GoBeavs #BTD

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BIG DUBS!! MBB and WBB both get wins over UP! Rataj with 28pts 5ast and 5reb to help booster this high scoring affair to go 1-0 in conference play for Men’s!! And 25pts and 12reb for Kelsey Rees to help a MASSIVE win over the 14-0 Pilots!!
#GoBeavs #BTD