Three factors will determine whether the
Beavers finally break through to a first-tier bowl: the emergence of Ryan Katz
or Peter Lalich at quarterback, identifying the next set of NFL-caliber
linebackers and defensive backs and developing a more consistent pass rush. If
those things happen, a team that lost its final regular-season game against
rival Oregon with the Rose Bowl on the line in 2008 and ’09 could return to
Pasadena for the first time since the 1964 season...
Athlon
The Beavers' defense took a hit earlier this
spring when starting defensive end Matt LaGrone left the team to spend more time
with his wife and children, but the emergence of Henry, who had four sacks in
the spring game, should help soften the blow. On offense, sophomore Ryan Katz is
the favorite to replace Sean Canfield at quarterback...Sports
Illustrated
The elevated expectations will remain since the
rest of the depth chart retains most of its parts. That includes legit Heisman
Candidate RB Jacquizz Rodgers and his brother WR James Rodgers. These siblings
define the definition of "go to” guys. The defense will be blessed
with plenty of experience, but there is still defensive work to be done. Especially
when it comes to covering receivers and getting to the quarterback. Simply put,
the sack numbers and pass defense both have to improve for Oregon State to win
the Pac Ten... NationalChamps.net
There are holes to fill on both sides of the
ball, and enough time to get the job done. With one of the best collections of
teachers in America, only a fool would doubt the Beavers’ ability to adapt to
change and get a handful of former backups ready for a bigger role. Blowing past
expectations is in their DNA. With a few breaks and better navigation of the
Ducks, so might a trip to Pasadena...
CollegeFootballNews
The Rodgers brothers give OSU instant
credibility on offense, and Paea is a force on the defensive line. But
inexperience at quarterback makes the Beavers a dark horse to win the Pac-10...
Blue Ribbon
| Beavers
at a Glance |
| Head
Coach |
Mike
Riley |
| at Oregon State |
64-47 (10th
Year) |
| 2009 Record
|
8-5 Overall,
6-3 Pac-10 |
| Home/Road/Neutral |
4-2 / 4-2
/ 0-1 |
| Off Starters
Ret/Lost |
8 / 3 |
| Def Starters
Ret/Lost |
7 / 4 |
| Lettermen
Returning |
58 |
| Off/Def/Spec |
26 / 28 /
2 |
| Lettermen
Lost |
17 |
|
| |
| 2009
Team Statistics |
| |
Stat |
NCAA |
PAC-10 |
| Total Offense
|
410.6 |
34 |
3 |
| Rushing Offense
|
139.8 |
67 |
6 |
| Passing Offense
|
270.8 |
27 |
1 |
| Points/Game |
31.5 |
26 |
3 |
| Total Defense
|
349.5 |
46 |
6 |
| Rushing Defense
|
114.4 |
25 |
3 |
| Passing Defense
|
235.1 |
84 |
6 |
| Pts Allowed/Game
|
25.0 |
57 |
6 |
|
| |
| Returning
Stat Leaders |
 |
#12
Ryan Katz | 6-1 | 209 | So. | QB
Passing: 14-27, 232 Yds, 1 TDs, 0 INTs |
 |
#1
Jacquizz Rodgers | 5-7 | 191 | Jr. | RB
Rushing: 273 Att, 1440 Yds, 5.3 Avg, 21 TDs |
 |
#8
James Rodgers | 5-7 | 188 | Sr. | WR
Receiving: 91 Rec, 1034 Yds, 11.4 Avg, 9 TDs |
 |
#10
Lance Mitchell | 6-2 | 207 | Jr. | S
Tackles: 72 Total, 43 Solo, .5 TFL, 3 INT |
 |
#4
James Dockery | 6-1 | 181 | Sr. | CB
INTs: 2 for 16 Yds, 38 Tackles, 24 solo, 2.5 TFL |
 |
#54
Stephen Paea | 6-1 | 311 | Sr. | DT
SACKS: 3 for 19, 43 Tackles, 22 Solo, 8.5 TFL
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