Oregon State prepares to face Houston in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
Oregon State begins its 2026 college football season with a road game against No. 24 Houston on Saturday, Sept. 5. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 a.m. Pacific time. Head coach JaMarcus Shephard will lead the Beavers for the first time, with sophomore Braden Atkinson named as the starting quarterback. The Oregon State defense is emphasizing communication to contain a versatile Houston offense led by senior quarterback Connor Weigman. The game also features a reunion with former Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker, who transferred to Houston after leading the Beavers in receiving yards last season.
- •Oregon State plays at Houston on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 9 a.m. Pacific.
- •Braden Atkinson will make his debut as the starting quarterback for Oregon State.
- •The Oregon State defense is prioritizing communication to defend against Houston quarterback Connor Weigman.
- •Former Oregon State wide receiver Trent Walker now plays for Houston.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Oregon State defense preps for stiff test in season opener at Houston
"Oregon State football opens its season with a 9 a.m. Pacific kickoff Saturday, Sept. 5 at No. 24 Houston.
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