Oregon State’s hunt for a new head coach continues after Brent Vigen and Tim Polasek decline interest, with former Cal coach Justin Wilcox emerging as a potential candidate.
Oregon State tight end Riley Williams has entered the transfer portal, marking the first player departure under new head coach JaMarcus Shepard and highlighting challenges for the Beavers’ program rebuild.
The Ducks leaned on toughness and defense instead of flash, grinding out an 18–16 win over Iowa to stay in Big Ten title contention.
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning provided an encouraging injury update on freshman running back Jordon Davison ahead of the Ducks’ College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Texas Tech.
With Oregon’s quarterback room firmly set for the next two seasons, former four-star recruit Austin Novosad is transferring to Bowling Green in search of immediate playing time and a chance to reset his career.
Defensive lineman Xadavien Sims is leaving the Oregon Ducks to join the Arkansas Razorbacks, seeking a larger role in the SEC.