Oregon State Beavers is 0-0 on the season, 0-0 against the spread, and holds a power rating of -10.2. Oregon State Beavers enters the season with a power rating of -10.2, placing them below average relative to the FBS midpoint. The Oregon State Beavers head to Houston next in Week 1. In 2025, Oregon State Beavers went 2-10 overall, 3-9 against the spread, and 4-8 on totals.
In Week 0 of 2026 the Oregon State Beavers Power Rating of -10.2 is 10.4 points below the FBS average according to Blue Chip Analytics. Oregon State Beavers have logged 0 miles of travel so far, out of a season total of 9,982 miles, ranking 34th heaviest in the FBS.
| Week | Opponent | Distance | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | — | Bye | |
| Week 1 | Houston | 1,836 mi | 3,672 mi |
| Week 2 | Texas Tech | Home | 3,672 mi |
| Week 3 | Montana | Home | 3,672 mi |
| Week 4 | UTEP | 1,265 mi | 6,202 mi |
| Week 5 | Colorado State | 966 mi | 8,134 mi |
| Week 6 | San Diego State | Home | 8,134 mi |
| Week 7 | Washington State | Home | 8,134 mi |
| Week 8 | — | Bye | |
| Week 9 | Fresno State | 565 mi | 9,264 mi |
| Week 10 | Texas State | Home | 9,264 mi |
| Week 11 | Boise State | 359 mi | 9,982 mi |
| Week 12 | Utah State | Home | 9,982 mi |
| Week 13 | — | Bye | |
| Week 14 | — | Bye | |
| Week 15 | — | Bye | |
| Week 16 | — | Bye | |
First-year head coach JaMarcus Shephard has an open quarterback battle among Maalik Murphy, Braden Atkinson, and Brady Jones, with no starter named until mid-August. This uncertainty, combined with a young, unproven supporting cast, makes the offense a major question mark heading into the season.
Linebacker Aiden Sullivan, the team's No. 2 tackler last year, and transfer Dylan Layne form an intriguing duo. Cornerback TJ Crandall, who missed 2025 with injury, impressed in spring and could be a cornerstone. However, the defensive line looked small in spring, raising concerns about physicality against power opponents.
Oregon State endured one of the worst special teams seasons in 2025 due to long-snapper injuries. Placekicker Caleb Ojeda and punter AJ Winsor return, joined by new snappers Jonathan Zarut and Tug Sanford, making this unit a critical area for improvement.
The Beavers open with road games at Houston and Texas Tech, two power-conference opponents. Given the team's 2-10 record last year and roster turnover, September could be challenging, and bowl eligibility would be a significant achievement in Shephard's first season.
An opposing Pac-12 assistant noted that Oregon State lost several good players to comparable teams, indicating internal challenges. The roster lacks continuity, and the team looked small in spring, especially on the defensive line. Shephard's recruiting and motivational skills will be key to overcoming these hurdles.
Oregon State Beavers is 0-0 against the spread in the 2026 season.
Oregon State Beavers holds a Blue Chip Analytics power rating of -10.2, representing their expected point margin against an average FBS team on a neutral field.
Oregon State Beavers's home field advantage rating is 3.7 points, the venue adjustment Blue Chip Analytics applies for games at their home stadium.
Oregon State Beavers travels 9,982 miles in the 2026 season, ranking 34th heaviest in the FBS.
Cumulative travel distance counts both the outbound and return journey for every away game. For example, if a team travels 374 miles to play an away game, Blue Chip Analytics counts 748 miles (374 miles there, 374 miles back) toward the cumulative total. Home games and bye weeks add zero miles. The per-week Distance column shows the one-way distance only, as the return trip happens after the game is played.
Oregon State Beavers: 0-0 overall, 0-0 ATS, power rating -10.2.
