Oregon State names Braden Atkinson starting QB ahead of Houston matchup
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Oregon State first-year coach JaMarcus Shephard announced that Braden Atkinson has been named the team's starting quarterback. Atkinson, a transfer from Mercer, will lead the Beavers in their season opener against No. 23 Houston on September 5. This decision is significant as Oregon State looks to establish a solid offensive lineup under new coaching staff. Atkinson's performance will be essential for the team's aspirations in the upcoming season.
- •Braden Atkinson appointed as starting quarterback
- •Announcement made by coach JaMarcus Shephard
- •Atkinson transfers from Mercer
- •Oregon State faces No. 23 Houston on September 5
- •This is Shephard's first season as head coach
- 9:08 PMESPN NCAAF — Sources: Oregon State names Atkinson starting QB
"Sources have told ESPN's Pete Thamel that Oregon State first-year coach JaMarcus Shephard on Monday named Braden Atkinson the team's starting quarterback, a transfer from Mercer who will be under center when the Beavers take on No. 23 Houston on Sept. 5.
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