Oregon State Beavers Return to Pac-12 Football
After a brief hiatus, the Oregon State Beavers are set to re-enter the Pac-12 football landscape for the first time since the 2023 season, sparking excitement among fans and analysts alike.
The opening week pits the Beavers against Houston on September 5, followed by a home showdown with Texas Tech on September 12, marking the first appearances of new head coach JaMarcus Shepherd in the college-football spotlight.
Broadcast rights have been secured across a mix of traditional networks and streaming services. While USA Sports will carry the bulk of the schedule, select games will also be shown on ESPN, CBS and The CW, ensuring broad visibility for the program.
Fans can tune in via a variety of streaming platforms, including DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV and Paramount+, each offering access to the network feeds that will air the games.
The full slate features a blend of home and away contests, ranging from matches against Montana and UTEP to high-profile conference rivals such as Colorado State, Washington State and Boise State. A Pac-12 flex game further adds to the varied lineup.
Beyond the on-field action, the partnership between the Pac-12 and USA Sports extends through the 2030-31 season, guaranteeing a long-term home for Oregon State’s broadcasts and reinforcing the conference’s commitment to the Beavers’ resurgence.
What This Means for the Program
The return to the Pac-12 represents more than just a schedule change; it signals a strategic push to rebuild recruiting pipelines, enhance facilities and re-engage alumni networks across the Pacific Northwest.
Coach Shepherd’s debut is being framed as a pivotal moment, with the coaching staff emphasizing a balanced offensive attack and a defense aimed at tightening up the gaps that proved costly in recent seasons.
Community response has been enthusiastic, as local businesses and university boosters have rallied around ticket sales, tailgate traditions and charitable initiatives tied to the team’s comeback.
As the season unfolds, the Beavers will be measured not only by win-loss records but also by the ability to attract viewers across multiple platforms, a metric that could influence future media deals and the overall growth of the program.