Artavis Pierce
FILE - In this Oct. 5, 2019, file photo, UCLA running back Joshua Kelley, left, is tackled by Oregon State linebackers Hamilcar Rashed Jr. (9) and John McCartan (6) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Pasadena, Calif. While the offense is still coming together with presumed starting quarterback Tristan Gebbia, it's Oregon State's defense that should worry opponents. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Defense should rule for the Beavers, offense must fill holes

By Anne M. Peterson Oct. 28, 2020 07:44 PM EDT

Fans wearing face masks to help protect against the spread of the new coronavirus watch the KBO league game between Doosan Bears and LG Twins in Seoul, South Korea, Sunday, July 27, 2020. Masked fans hopped, sang and shouted cheering slogans in baseball stadiums in South Korea on Sunday as authorities began bringing back spectators in professional sports games amid the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
The Latest: Bears place DT John Jenkins on COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jul. 30, 2020 03:22 PM EDT

American Team wide receiver Juwan Green, left, of Albany, attempts a catch only to have it broken up by National Team cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, of Louisiana Tech, during the first half of the Collegiate Bowl college football game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Tiano leads National to 30-20 win in NFLPA Collegiate Bowl

By Joe Reedy Jan. 18, 2020 10:24 PM EST

Oregon State running back Artavis Pierce fumbles the ball as he is hit by Arizona State defensive lineman Roe Wilkins during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Corvallis, Ore., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)
Luton, late stop helps Oregon St. beat Arizona St. 35-34

By Gary Horowitz Nov. 16, 2019 11:34 PM EST

Oregon State wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (17) celebrates with Champ Flemings (16) after scoring a touchdown in the first half during an NCAA college football game against Arizona, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Energized Beavers look to snap losing streak against Huskies

By Anne M. Peterson Nov. 07, 2019 03:53 PM EST

Oregon State wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (17) celebrates with Champ Flemings (16) after scoring a touchdown in the first half during an NCAA college football game against Arizona, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Luton has 3 TDs in Oregon State's 56-38 win over Arizona

By John Marshall Nov. 02, 2019 08:10 PM EDT

Oregon State wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (17) reacts with tight end Teagan Quitoriano (84) after scoring a touchdown against the California in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game in Berkeley, Calif., Saturday, October 19, 2019. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Oregon State blows lead, comes back to beat Cal 21-17

By Michael Wagaman Oct. 19, 2019 06:11 PM EDT

Oregon State quarterback Jake Luton rolls out against UCLA during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
No. 15 Utah comes off bye to face Oregon State

By The Associated Press Oct. 10, 2019 04:02 PM EDT

Oregon State wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (17) makes a touchdown catch next to UCLA defensive back Rayshad Williams (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Luton throws for 5 TDs as Oregon State defeats UCLA 48-31

By Joe Reedy Oct. 06, 2019 12:42 AM EDT

UCLA running back Joshua Kelley (27) runs for a first down against Arizona in the second half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona defeated UCLA 20-17. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Oregon St-UCLA could draw record-low crowd to Rose Bowl

By Joe Reedy Oct. 04, 2019 05:25 PM EDT

Stanford running back Dorian Maddox, right, slips a tackle from Oregon State inside linebacker Omar Speights (36) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Corvallis, Ore., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)
Mills starts and Stanford overcomes Oregon State 31-28

By Anne M. Peterson Sep. 28, 2019 11:06 PM EDT

Luton leads Oregon State past Cal Poly 45-7

By Gary Horowitz Sep. 14, 2019 08:02 PM EDT
CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — The smallest player on the field had perhaps the biggest impact. Oregon State wide receiver Champ Flemings, a 5-foot-5, 141...

Oregon State running back Jermar Jefferson (22) looks for the end zone after hurdling Hawaii defensive back Kalen Hicks (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)
Ward, Meskell's late FG help Hawaii beat Oregon State 31-28

Sep. 08, 2019 04:12 AM EDT

Oregon State QB job still up for grabs

By Gary Horowitz Apr. 20, 2019 05:40 PM EDT
CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — Oregon State senior quarterback Jake Luton smiled when he was informed that second-year head coach Jonathan Smith did not name a starting...

Oregon State's Travon Bradford, center, is taken to the turf by Southern California's Ajene Harris (27) after making a reception in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Corvallis, Ore., Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. (AP Photo/Timothy J. Gonzalez)
Ware runs for 205 yards, 3 TDs as USC beats Oregon St. 38-21

By Kyle Odegard Nov. 04, 2018 01:43 AM EDT

Washington State quarterback Gardner Minshew II (16) throws a pass while under pressure from Utah defensive back Marquise Blair (13) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Pullman, Wash., Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)
Oregon St expects Cougars to turn to run more

By Anne M. Peterson Oct. 05, 2018 08:45 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate passes in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern Utah in Tucson, Ariz. The last time he faced Oregon State, Tate rushed for more than 200 yards and two touchdowns. When he sees the Beavers on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, he may have to rely more on his arm. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, file)
Arizona visits Oregon State with focus on Tate's ankle

By Anne M. Peterson Sep. 22, 2018 01:58 AM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2017, file photo, Oregon State quarterback Jake Luton throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State in Pullman, Wash. It was still uncertain during the week whether Luton would be back in time for the game against Southern Utah on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. He left the opener at Ohio State with concussion-like symptoms after the first series and was replaced by backup Conor Blount. (AP Photo/Young Kwak, File)
Beavers QB Luton's status unknown going into Southern Utah

By Anne M. Peterson Sep. 07, 2018 01:05 PM EDT

Ohio State receiver Terry McLaurin is lifted in celebration by teammate Jaylen Harris after scoring a touchdown against Oregon State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Meyer-less No. 5 Ohio State routs Oregon St 77-31 in opener

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 01, 2018 01:35 PM EDT