The Oregon State secondary/pass rush needs to slow down Kevin Riley and the Cal passing game. Jahvid Best is the second best running back in the conference and could have himself a day but the key is Cal’s passing game. If the Beavers can somehow find a pass rush it would certainly help Tim Clark, et al, get some opportunities at a couple turnovers. That is the only way I see the Beavs pulling out this road game. Read more »
UCLA LB Reggie Carter looking…tired.
I will be off starting tomorrow doing some big game hunting so this will most likely be my last post of the week. Oregon State should handle UCLA fairly easily at home giving all of you ample time to get your costumes on to go drinking. Don’t have a costume yet? Here’s an idea: Read more »
I received this text message Saturday night: ”I don’t want to see Moevao on the field again. Riley can coach the hell out of senior quarterbacks.” Or it was something like that. I accidentally erased it before I could transcribe it here. Actually, I erased it on purpose but forgot that I wanted to transcribe it here. Still with me?
At any rate, that text message probably doesn’t make a lot of sense in itself and, to be fair, the fella who sent it probably had downed a few Silver Bullets by then, BUT the point is this is Sean Canfield’s team now. Saturday Canfield launched himself into the discussion for all-conference QB. 70% completion percentage, 329 yards passing, 3 touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Oregon State put up the most points they had against USC since damn near the 19th century. Think about that.
Make no doubt about it Lyle Moevao can win Pac-10 games. He has proven that but Canfield has taken things a step further. He can lead this team in shoot-outs. The reason this needs to be mentioned is that Oregon State may have to win that way. The defense has looked average. The main culprit is still the lack of pressure on the QB. The Beavers are last in the Pac-10 and one of the worst in the nation at pressuring opposing quarterbacks. I don’t see anything that is going to change that significantly.
So you can have all the moxie you want. I will take talent.
*sigh*
I’m not gonna lie, I have a little man-crush on Taylor Mays. He is quite studly.
Anyway, on to the game. Matt Barkley is leading the Pac-10 in passing yardage. I think. I didn’t look that up but I may have read it somewhere recently. Oregon State sucks hard at pass defense. This could be a problem. Oh and there will be somewhere in the neighborhood of 620 million people at the Coliseum for the game in LA. That would be a record of some sort. The game is at 5 PM your time on ABC. Just trust me on that one. Unless you are my friend John. He doesn’t get to watch the game because Missouri is playing (tee-hee). Let that be a lesson for you kids, don’t live in Minnesota. Read more »
No original material here…Ted Miller of ESPN.com has posted his mid-season reviews for all Pac-10 teams including Oregon State. Miller notes the parallels to past seasons and notes that the Beavers are coming together at the right time. Miller also posted his Pac-10 mid-season review and names Quizz as the Pac-10 offensive player of the half-season.
Incoming freshman Andrew Susac was a 16th round pick in the MLB draft by the Philadelphia Phillies.
Baseball America has named Oregon State’s 2010 recruiting class number 22 in the nation.
Oregon State’s big class is anchored by Susac, the best defensive catcher of any class in the nation. His athleticism, excellent receiving skills and above-average arm helped him rank as the No. 1 prospect in the West Coast League this summer, though his bat lags behind somewhat. He does have power potential and could become a solid hitter if he can improve his timing. His high school teammate, Hayes, makes consistent contact with an inside-out swing and should grow into some power as he fills out his skinny frame. Smith has been a revelation in fall ball, showing excellent actions and arm strength at short, slightly above-average speed and occasional gap power. Quiring and Berberet add depth up the middle, while Jones can contribute at first base, in the outfield and on the mound. Boyd, another two-way player, adds more depth at first base but will make a bigger impact off the mound, The pitcher in this class with the highest ceiling is Bryant.
Other Pac-10 teams ranked include Stanford (2nd), Arizona State (3rd), UCLA (19th), and Oregon (24th).
A nice story about some Oregon State football players visiting a local fan who attended OSU football games in 40’s. I am guessing this guy isn’t doing similar things…unless court ordered, of course.
Oregon State has a bye week this week. The guy above told me so personally on Saturday night. Not a big deal.
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