The Oregon State Beavers are the athletic teams that represent Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. The Beavers compete in the Pac-12 Conference at the NCAA Division I level. The Beavers have a long and proud athletic tradition, including appearances in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament and the College World Series in baseball.
The Beavers have also won numerous Pac-12 titles in football, basketball, and baseball, as well as multiple individual NCAA championships in wrestling, track and field, and golf. Whether you’re a fan of the Beavers or just a casual observer, you won’t want to miss the action of the Oregon State Beavers.
1. Jordan Poyer
Safety
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2021)
- Pro Bowl (2022)
- Consensus All-American (2012)
- First-team All-Pac-12 (2012)
Jordan Poyer is a strong safety for the Buffalo Bills. He was picked up by the Bills in 2017 and has since become a mainstay on their roster. Poyer has been an important part of several successful seasons for the team, including 2018 when they made it to the playoffs.
He was also named to his first Pro Bowl this year and received accolades from around the league as a result. Jordan Poyer is known for his physical play style which often leads to turnovers or big plays on defense.
He's one of Buffalo's most valuable players overall. Jordan Poyer is a versatile and experienced cornerback who has been a key part of the Seattle Seahawks' defense for several seasons.
He was an All-American in 2012 and was First-team All-Pac-12 that year as well. In 2021, he became the first Seahawk to be named First-team All-Pro, while also being selected to play in both the Pro Bowl and the Consensus All-American game later that season.
Poyer has had success against some of the best receivers in the NFL, including Antonio Brown and Julio Jones on multiple occasions. He is considered one of Seattle's most indispensable players and will be relied upon heavily during their playoff run this year.
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2. Brandin Cooks
Wide receiver
Career
- New Orleans Saints (2014–2016)
- New England Patriots (2017)
- Los Angeles Rams (2018–2019)
- Houston Texans (2020–present)
Brandin Cooks was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2014. He played for the New England Patriots from 2017-2018, before signing with the Houston Texans in 2019.
Brandin is a wide receiver who primarily plays on the outside of the field. In his four seasons in the NFL, he has amassed over 1,000 yards receiving each time and scored 10 touchdowns total.
Brandin is married to actress Nia Long and they have one child together (a daughter). Brandin Cooks is a talented wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams. He was drafted by the Rams in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft.
In his rookie season, Brandin Cooks led all receivers with 1,105 yards and nine touchdowns on 73 receptions. In 2014, he had 111 catches for 1,781 yards and 14 touchdowns en route to earning First-team All-Pro honors from both Sporting News and Pro Football Focus (PFF).
The following year saw him record 101 receptions for 1,554 yards and 12 scores as well as being named an alternate to the Pro Bowl team once again thanks in part to his impressive production against NFC West opponents (seven touchdown grabs).
Brandin Cooks currently has just 36 receptions for 496 yards – averaging only 13 YPG through ten contests played so far this season despite some long reception plays that have resulted in TDs here or there.
Though it's worth noting that LA's struggling offense ranks worst overall out of 32 teams league-wide - scoring 18 points per game on average which would explain why many balls are going astray even when they do find their way into Cooks' hands.
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3. John Hekker
Punter
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LVI)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (2013, 2015–2017)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2018)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2013, 2015–2017)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
Hekker is a six-foot-five inch punter for the Carolina Panthers. He has been with the team since he was drafted in 2012 and has played every game during his career thus far.
Hekker is one of only three players to have double digit punting average in each of their first 10 seasons in the NFL, joining Chris Kluwe and Dave Zastudil. In 2016, Johnny Hekker led all NFL Punters with an impressive 44 net yards per punt on 98 attempts (44th overall).
Outside of football, Hekker enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf when he can get away from practice or games. John Hekker is a former punter for the Los Angeles Rams and current free agent. John Hekker holds NFL records for most punt yards in a season (46,914) and longest punt in a Super Bowl (78).
As of Week 17, 2022, John Hekker had 802 punts during his career with the Rams. In addition to his punting record-breaking accomplishments, John has also been named First or Second Team All Pro four times and was voted to three Pro Bowls as well.
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4. Victor Bolden Jr.
Arizona Cardinals
Career
- High school: Los Osos, (Rancho Cucamonga, California)
- College: Oregon State
- Undrafted: 2017
- San Francisco 49ers (2017–2018), Buffalo Bills (2018), Detroit Lions (2019–2021)*, Birmingham Stallions (2022), Arizona Cardinals (2022)*, Denver Broncos (2022–present)*
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Roster status: Practice squad
- USFL Champion (2022), USFL Championship Game Most Valuable Player (2022), All-USFL (2022)[a]
- Receptions: 1, Receiving yards
- Receptions: 1
- Receiving yards: 10
- Return yards: 535
- Total touchdowns: 0
Victor Bolden Jr. was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2018 but spent the majority of his time on injured reserve with the San Francisco 49ers. He is a wide receiver for the Detroit Lions and has made an impact during his rookie season.
Bolden Jr.'s father Victor Bolden Sr., also played football professionally and attended Oregon State University where he starred as a wide receiver. In 2017, while at Oregon State, Bolden Jr set school records for receptions (58) and receiving yards (1,394).
Born in Fontana, California on April 4th, 1995, Victor's younger brother Travonte also plays football at UCLA Bolden Jr. played college football at Arizona State, where he was a Second-Team All-American in 2018.
Bolden Jr. is the son of former NFL player Victor Bolden and attended Elite 11 camp as a teenager before signing with the Cardinals in May 2019.
Bolden Jr.'s first NFL action came on special teams against the Rams in Week 1 of the season, but he has since been inactive for each of Arizona's seven remaining games.
Bolden Jr.'s only catch this season came during Week 7 against Seattle when Henry Anderson fumbled and Boldin recovered.
The Cardinals placed him on injured reserve on December 2nd with an ankle injury, ending his rookie year prematurely.
With John Brown now playing for Baltimore and Brice Butler released by Dallas last week, there is an opening at receiver for Arizona next year if they re-sign Jaron Brown or draft another prospect.
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5. Teagan Quitoriano
Tight end
Career
- High school: Sprague, (Salem, Oregon)
- College: Oregon State (2018–2021)
- NFL Draft: 2022 / Round: 5 / Pick: 170
- Houston Texans (2022–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Receptions: 4, Receiving yards: 30, Receiving touchdowns: 2
- Receptions: 4
- Receiving yards: 30
- Receiving touchdowns: 2
After two seasons with the Oregon State Beavers, Quitoriano was selected by the Houston Texans in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. As a sophomore at Oregon State in 2018, Quitoriano caught 37 passes for 455 yards and four touchdowns.
He also added three receptions for 25 yards on special teams. With his size and athleticism, Quitoriano is expected to compete for a starting position as a tight end with the Houston Texans in 2020 season.
In high school, Quitoriano played football for Sprague High School under head coach Dave Christensen where he won both state championships (2014 & 2015) and led his team to an undefeated record as a senior while accumulating 1,613 receiving yards and 21 touchdowns on 187 receptions over that span.
Teagan Quitoriano was drafted by the Houston Texans in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL draft. Quitoriano has spent his entire professional career with the Texans, appearing in 49 games and recording 4 receptions for 30 yards and 2 receiving touchdowns.
Quitoriano is a hard-working receiver who makes plays downfield on offense, while also playing reliable defense on special teams units.
Also Played For: houston texans
6. Steven Jackson
Los Angeles Rams
Career
- High school: Eldorado (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 24
- St. Louis Rams (2004–2012), Atlanta Falcons (2013–2014), New England Patriots (2015)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2009), 3× Pro Bowl (2006, 2009, 2010)
- Rushing attempts: 2,764, Rushing yards: 11,438, Rushing touchdowns: 69, Receptions: 461, Receiving yards: 3,683, Receiving touchdowns: 9
- Rushing attempts: 2,764
- Rushing yards: 11,438
- Rushing touchdowns: 69
- Receptions: 461
- Receiving yards: 3,683
- Receiving touchdowns: 9
Jackson is a running back who played for the St. Louis Rams from 2004 to 2012 and then joined the Atlanta Falcons in 2013.
Jackson was drafted by the Rams in the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft and quickly became one of their most important players, amassing over 12,000 rushing yards and 68 touchdowns during his career with them.
After leaving St. Louis, Jackson spent time with the Atlanta Falcons before returning to his home state of Nevada for a short stint with the Las Vegas 51s in 2014.
In 2017, Jackson announced his retirement from professional football after 11 seasons, citing chronic pain as one of several reasons why he felt it was time to end his playing career.
Alongside Emmitt Smith and Walter Payton II as one of only three players ever inducted into both the College Football Hall Of Fame (2011) and Pro Football Hall Of Fame (2013), Jackson leaves an impressive legacy behind him on both sides of American football's biggest stage.
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7. Isaiah Hodgins
New York Giants
Career
- High school: Berean Christian, (Walnut Creek, California)
- College: Oregon State (2017–2019)
- NFL Draft: 2020 / Round: 6 / Pick: 207
- Buffalo Bills (2020–2022), New York Giants (2022–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Second-team All-Pac-12 (2019)
- Receptions: 37, Receiving yards: 392, Receiving touchdowns: 4
- Receptions: 37
- Receiving yards: 392
- Receiving touchdowns: 4
Isaiah Hodgins was born on October 21, 1998 in San Jose, California. Hodgins attended Berean Christian High School in Walnut Creek, California and starred there in both football and track and field.
Hodgins played college football at Oregon State and caught 81 passes for 1,329 yards and 14 touchdowns in his three years with the Beavers. Hodgins was drafted by the Giants in the 2020 NFL Draft and has since appeared in six games.
Hodgins is a versatile receiver who can play on the outside or in the slot. Hodgins is currently on the Giants' practice squad. Hodgins was a key player for the Buffaloes in their quest for a Pac-12 South Division title. He finished the season with 38 receptions for 392 yards and four touchdowns.
Hodgins is a versatile receiver who can play both inside and outside. He has good speed and is strong enough to haul in contested passes. Hodgins is projected to be a mid-round pick in the upcoming NFL draft.
He is a good all-around player who should have a long career in the league. The Buffalo Bills are expected to select Hodgins with the 73rd overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft.
He is a good fit for head coach Sean McDermott's offense. Hodgins is a hard worker who is eager to learn. He is a team player who is dedicated to his craft. Hodgins is a strong candidate to become the Bills' No. 1 receiver in the future.
He has the potential to be a dominant player in the NFL. Hodgins is a talented player who is capable of making huge plays in key moments. He is a threat to score anytime he has the ball in his hands.
Hodgins is a versatile receiver who can play both inside and outside. He is a good fit for head coach Sean McDermott's offense. Hodgins is a hard worker who is eager to learn. He is a team player who is dedicated to his craft. He has the potential to be a dominant player in the NFL.
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8. Jack Colletto
Career
- College: , Arizona Western (2017), Oregon State (2018–2022)
- Bowl games: , 2022 Las Vegas Bowl
- High school: Camas High School (Camas, Washington)
- Paul Hornung Award (2022), First-team All-Pac-12 (2022), Second-team All-Pac-12 (2021)
Jack Colletto is a senior linebacker and fullback for the Oregon State Beavers. He was a two-time All-Pac-12 selection and was named a finalist for the Lott IMPACT Trophy in 2018.
Colletto played college football at Arizona Western, where he was a two-time All-Pac-12 selection and was named a finalist for the Lott IMPACT Trophy. Colletto has also played for the U.S.
national team, appearing in the 2017 World Cup. Colletto is a hard-nosed football player who is willing to lay it all on the line for his team. He is an excellent pass defender and run blocker, and is sure to make an impact for the Beavers this season.
Colletto is a senior captain for the Beavers and is sure to be a key player in their quest for a Pac-12 championship this season. Jack Colletto is a quarterback for Oregon State.
He is a redshirt junior and was a starter as a true freshman in 2018. He has completed 235 of 447 passes for 3,055 yards and 25 touchdowns.
He also has rushed for 261 yards and five touchdowns. He was a first-team all-conference selection in both his sophomore and junior seasons.
He is a three-time Academic All-Pac-12 selection. He is from Camas, Washington. He is scheduled to graduate in May 2020. He is the son of former NFL quarterback Jack Colletto.
9. Sean Mannion
Los Angeles Rams
Career
- High school: Foothill (Pleasanton, California)
- College: Oregon State
- Position: Quarterback
- NFL Draft: 2015 / Round: 3 / Pick: 89
- St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams (2015–2018), Minnesota Vikings (2019–2020), Seattle Seahawks (2021)*, Minnesota Vikings (2021), Seattle Seahawks (2022)*
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention (2013)
- TD–INT: 1–3, Passing yards: 573, Completion percentage: 60.9, Passer rating: 66.2, Rushing yards: -3
- TD–INT: 1–3
- Passing yards: 573
- Completion percentage: 60.9
- Passer rating: 66.2
- Rushing yards: -3
Mannion was drafted by the Rams in the 3rd round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He played for the Rams from 2015-2018 and then the Vikings in 2019. In 2020, Mannion was signed by the Seahawks.
Mannion is a two-time Pro Bowler (with the Rams and Vikings) and has appeared in 49 games over the past three seasons. He is currently with the Rams again. Sean Mannion is a talented passer who has had some success in the NFL.
He has shown flashes of brilliance but has also had some struggles. He is a good fit for the Vikings, who need a quarterback. He has a lot of potential, and he will need to continue to develop in order to be successful. He is a worthy successor to Teddy Bridgewater.
He is an exciting player to watch, and he will be an important part of the Seahawks' future. He has a lot of upside, and he could be a star in the NFL. He is a valuable asset for the Vikings, and he will help them win games. He is a talented player, and he will be a key part of the Seahawks' success in the future.
10. Jacquizz Rodgers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Career
- High school: Rosenberg (TX) Lamar Consolidated
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2011 / Round: 5 / Pick: 145
- Atlanta Falcons (2011–2014), Chicago Bears (2015), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2016–2018), New Orleans Saints (2019)*
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (2008), Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year (2008)
- Rushing yards: 2,067, Rushing average: 3.8, Rushing touchdowns: 9, Receptions: 216, Receiving yards: 1,590, Receiving touchdowns: 5
- Rushing yards: 2,067
- Rushing average: 3.8
- Rushing touchdowns: 9
- Receptions: 216
- Receiving yards: 1,590
- Receiving touchdowns: 5
Jacquizz Rodgers was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Rodgers made his NFL debut in 2011 and played for the Atlanta Falcons until 2014.
After spending two seasons with the Chicago Bears, Rodgers signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2016. In 2018, Rodgers signed with the Green Bay Packers. Rodgers has also played for the Oregon State Beavers.
Rodgers has averaged 4.7 yards per carry throughout his career. Rodgers has also caught 77 passes for 848 yards and six touchdowns. In 2018, Rodgers was named to the Pro Bowl. Rodgers has also been named to the All-Pro First Team and the All-Pro Second Team.
Rodgers was originally drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the seventh round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He was released by Green Bay in September of that year and was signed by the New Orleans Saints. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Saints in 2008 and had 9 rushing touchdowns.
The Saints released Rodgers in February of 2009 and he was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Eagles in 2009 and had 6 rushing touchdowns.
The Eagles released Rodgers in November of 2009 and he was signed by the St. Louis Rams. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Rams in 2010 and had 7 rushing touchdowns.
The Rams released Rodgers in August of 2011 and he was signed by the Minnesota Vikings. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Vikings in 2011 and had 5 rushing touchdowns.
The Vikings released Rodgers in August of 2012 and he was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Buccaneers in 2012 and had 9 rushing touchdowns.
The Buccaneers released Rodgers in March of 2013 and he was signed by the Green Bay Packers. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Packers in 2013 and had 10 rushing touchdowns.
The Packers released Rodgers in March of 2014 and he was signed by the Arizona Cardinals. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Cardinals in 2014 and had 4 rushing touchdowns.
The Cardinals released Rodgers in August of 2014 and he was signed by the Seattle Seahawks. Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Seahawks in 2015 and had 2 rushing touchdowns. The Seahawks released Rodgers in August of 2016 and he was signed by the New Orleans Saints.
Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Saints in 2016 and had 1 rushing touchdown. The Saints released Rodgers in March of 2017 and he was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles.
Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Eagles in 2017 and had 1 rushing touchdown. The Eagles released Rodgers in March of 2018 and he was signed by the Atlanta Falcons.
Rodgers played in all 16 games for the Falcons in 2018 and had no rushing touchdowns. The Falcons released Rodgers in August of 2018 and he was signed by the New Orleans Saints.
11. Jonathan Smith
Oregon State Beavers football
Career
- 1998–2001: Oregon State
- Position(s): Quarterback
- 2002–2003: Oregon State (GA)
- 2004–2009: Idaho (QB)
- 2010–2011: Montana (OC/QB)
- 2012–2013: Boise State (QB)
- 2014–2017: Washington (OC/QB)
- 2018–present: Oregon State
Jonathan Smith is currently the head coach at Oregon State and has guided the team to a 26-31 record in his three years at the helm. Smith is a graduate of Oregon State and played quarterback for the Beavers from 1998-2001.
Smith was named the Pac-12 Coach of the Year in 2016 and was also selected as the National Coach of the Year by the Touchdown Club. Smith has a wealth of experience as a player and coach, having spent time with the Oregon State Beavers, the Tennessee Titans, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Smith is known for his high-energy coaching style and his ability to get his teams playing hard every game. Smith is a vocal supporter of player safety and has made efforts to improve the team's injury record. Smith is expected to lead Oregon State back to a winning season in 2017.
12. Terry Baker
Oregon State Beavers football
Career
- High school: Portland (OR) Jefferson
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 1963 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1
- Los Angeles Rams (1963–1965), Edmonton Eskimos (1967)
- Heisman Trophy (1962), Maxwell Award (1962), UPI Player of the Year (1962), Pop Warner Trophy (1962), Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (1962)[1], Consensus All-American (1962), Oregon Sports Hall of Fame, Oregon State Beavers No. 11 retired
- TD–INT: 0–4, Yards: 154, Passer rating: 40.7
- TD–INT: 0–4
- Yards: 154
- Passer rating: 40.7
- College Football Hall of Fame
Terry Baker was an NFL quarterback who played for the Los Angeles Rams and Edmonton Eskimos. He was drafted in the first round of the 1963 NFL Draft by the Rams.
Baker played for the Rams from 1963 to 1965. He then played for the Edmonton Eskimos from 1967 to 1969. Baker is a three-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Oregon State Hall of Fame in 1987.
He is currently the quarterbacks coach for the Los Angeles Rams. Baker was born on May 5, 1941 in Pine River, Minnesota. He attended Portland (OR) Jefferson High School and then played college football at Oregon State.
Baker retired from football in 1969. Baker won the Heisman Trophy in 1962 and Maxwell Award in 1962. He was also a UPI Player of the Year in 1962. He was also a Pop Warner Trophy winner in 1962. Baker was also Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year in 1962.
Baker was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 10th round of the 1962 NFL Draft. Baker played for the Lions for 3 seasons. He then played for the Buffalo Bills for 2 seasons. Baker then played for the Kansas City Chiefs for 1 season. Baker then retired from the NFL in 1967.
13. Luke Musgrave
Oregon State Beavers football
Career
- College: , Oregon State (2019–2022)
- Bowl games: , 2022 Las Vegas Bowl
- High school: Bend Senior (Bend)
Musgrave is a junior tight end for the Oregon State Beavers. He was a four-star recruit out of Bend, Oregon, and was ranked 88th overall by ESPN. Musgrave has 43 receptions for 616 yards and four touchdowns in his career.
He is a major contributor on offense and is a valuable member of the Beavers' team. Musgrave is known for his athleticism and his ability to create mismatches against opposing defenses. Musgrave is the son of former NFL player and current NFL analyst Shannon Musgrave.
Musgrave is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game. Musgrave is a versatile player who can play both tight end and defensive end. Musgrave is a valuable member of the Oregon State Beavers' team and will continue to be a major contributor throughout his career.
Musgrave is a talented quarterback who is a perfect fit for the Oregon State Beavers. He is a senior and has plenty of experience playing in big games.
Musgrave is a dual-threat quarterback who can run and pass. He has a good arm and can make all the necessary throws. Musgrave is a smart player who knows how to lead his team.
He is a tough player who can take a lot of punishment. Musgrave is a proven winner and is looking to lead OSU to another bowl game next season.
Musgrave is a top recruit who chose Oregon State over a number of other top programs. He is a talented quarterback who is poised to have a great career in college.
14. Markus Wheaton
Pittsburgh Steelers
Career
- High school: Chandler (Chandler, Arizona)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2013 / Round: 3 / Pick: 79
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2013–2016), Chicago Bears (2017), Philadelphia Eagles (2018)
- First-team All-Pac-12 (2012)
- Receptions: 110, Receiving yards: 1,559, Receiving touchdowns: 8
- Receptions: 110
- Receiving yards: 1,559
- Receiving touchdowns: 8
Markus Wheaton was born in 1991 in Phoenix, Arizona. Wheaton attended Chandler High School in Chandler, Arizona and played football and basketball. Wheaton played college football at Oregon State.
Wheaton was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Wheaton has played for the Steelers and the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. Wheaton is currently a free agent.
Wheaton is a wide receiver and has played in the NFL for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Philadelphia Eagles. Wheaton is 31 years old and is 5'11" and 185 pounds. Wheaton has been married since 2013 and has two children.
Markus Wheaton is a former college football player who was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He was traded to the Chicago Bears in 2017 and then to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2018.
Wheaton has played in 110 NFL games and has recorded 1,559 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns.
15. Mike Hass
Career
- High school: Jesuit (Beaverton, Oregon)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2006 / Round: 6 / Pick: 171
- New Orleans Saints (2006)*, Chicago Bears (2006–2008), Seattle Seahawks (2009), Omaha Nighthawks (2010–2011)
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Biletnikoff Award (2005), 2× First-team All-Pac-10 (2004–2005), First-team All-American (2005)
- College Football Hall of Fame
Mike Hass was a sixth-round pick of the New Orleans Saints in the 2006 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons with the Saints, playing in 36 games and recording 83 catches for 1,314 yards and six touchdowns.
Hass signed with the Chicago Bears in 2008, and played in all 16 games that season. He recorded 60 receptions for 775 yards and four touchdowns. Hass joined the Oregon State Beavers in 2009, and played in 47 games over the next three seasons.
He recorded 234 receptions for 3,904 yards and 24 touchdowns. Hass signed with the Arizona Cardinals in 2013, and played in all 16 games that season. He recorded 38 receptions for 592 yards and two touchdowns. Hass signed with the Atlanta Falcons in 2015, and played in all 16 games that season.
He recorded 16 receptions for 171 yards and one touchdown. Hass signed with the San Francisco 49ers in 2017, and played in all 16 games that season.
He recorded one reception for 10 yards. Hass was released by the 49ers in 2018. He has not played in an NFL game since 2015. Hass is currently a wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens.
16. Derek Anderson
Carolina Panthers
Career
- High school: Scappoose, (Scappoose, Oregon)
- College: Oregon State University
- NFL Draft: 2005 / Round: 6 / Pick: 213
- Baltimore Ravens (2005), Cleveland Browns (2005–2009), Arizona Cardinals (2010), Carolina Panthers (2011–2017), Buffalo Bills (2018)
- Pro Bowl (2007)
- Passing attempts: 1,674, Passing completions: 909, Percentage: 54.3, TD–INT: 60–64, Passing yards: 10,878, Passer rating: 70.4, Rushing yards: 226, Rushing touchdowns: 5
- Passing attempts: 1,674
- Passing completions: 909
- Percentage: 54.3
- TD–INT: 60–64
- Passing yards: 10,878
- Passer rating: 70.4
- Rushing yards: 226
- Rushing touchdowns: 5
Derek Anderson was born in 1983 in Scappoose, Oregon. He attended Oregon State University, where he played football for the Beavers from 2002 to 2005. Anderson was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft.
He played for the Ravens, Cleveland Browns, and Arizona Cardinals over the course of eight seasons. Anderson was released by the Cardinals in 2018. He has since signed with the Carolina Panthers. Anderson is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro.
He was named the MVP of the 2009 Pro Bowl. Anderson is married with two children. Derek Anderson is a former NFL quarterback who played for the Carolina Panthers from 2011-2017 and the Buffalo Bills from 2018. Anderson played college football at Vanderbilt and was drafted in the sixth round of the 2007 NFL Draft.
Anderson was a backup quarterback for the Panthers and led them to the playoffs in his first season with the team. Anderson was traded to the Bills in 2018 and competed for the starting job with Nathan Peterman.
Anderson was benched in favor of Peterman in Week 4 of the 2018 season and was released by the Bills later that year.
Anderson has played in 63 career games and has completed 1,674 of his 1,909 passes for 10,878 yards and 60 touchdowns with 64 interceptions.
Anderson has also rushed for 226 yards and five touchdowns. Anderson is currently a free agent and has not played in an NFL game since the Bills released him in 2018.
17. Jermar Jefferson
Oregon State Beavers football
Career
- High school: Narbonne, (Harbor City, CA)
- College: Oregon State (2018–2020)
- NFL Draft: 2021 / Round: 7 / Pick: 257
- Detroit Lions (2021–present)
- Roster status: Reserve/futures
- Pac-12 Offensive Freshman of the Year (2018), First-team All-Pac-12 (2020)
- Rushing attempts: 15, Rushing yards: 74, Rushing touchdowns: 2, Receptions: 4, Receiving yards: 23
- Rushing attempts: 15
- Rushing yards: 74
- Rushing touchdowns: 2
- Receptions: 4
- Receiving yards: 23
Jermar Jefferson was a standout running back at Narbonne High School in Harbor City, CA. Jefferson was drafted in the seventh round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions.
Jefferson has started 14 games for the Lions over the past two seasons, recording 219 rushing yards and one touchdown. Jefferson is a versatile running back who can play on the inside or outside of the offensive line.
Jefferson is expected to compete for a starting spot on the Lions’ roster in 2019. Jermar Jefferson is a 2019 NFL draft prospect who is currently a reserve/futures player with the Arizona Cardinals.
He was a standout player as a freshman at Utah, earning first-team All-Pac-12 honors and being named the Pac-12 Offensive Freshman of the Year.
Jefferson has good size and speed, and is a good receiver out of the backfield. He has the potential to be a productive player in the NFL.
Jefferson is a good football player with a lot of potential. He is a physical runner with good receiving skills, and has the potential to be a productive player in the NFL. He is likely to be drafted in the late rounds of the 2019 NFL draft.
18. Jake Luton
Idaho Vandals football
Career
- High school: Marysville Pilchuck, (Marysville, Washington)
- College: Idaho (2014–2015), Ventura CC (2016), Oregon State (2017–2019)
- NFL Draft: 2020 / Round: 6 / Pick: 189
- Jacksonville Jaguars (2020), Seattle Seahawks (2021), Miami Dolphins (2021)*, Jacksonville Jaguars (2022)*, New Orleans Saints (2022–present)
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Roster status: Reserve/futures
- TD–INT: 2–6, Passing yards: 624, Completion percentage: 54.5, Passer rating: 54.5, Rushing yards: 13, Rushing touchdowns: 1
- TD–INT: 2–6
- Passing yards: 624
- Completion percentage: 54.5
- Passer rating: 54.5
- Rushing yards: 13
- Rushing touchdowns: 1
Jake Luton was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the 2020 NFL Draft. He played college football at Oregon State and Idaho. He has played for the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New Orleans Saints.
Jake Luton has a career record of 3–8. Jake Luton is a quarterback who was drafted in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks. He played college football at Miami and was the starting quarterback for their team in their season opener in 2020.
Luton had a good game against the Arizona Cardinals, completing 17 of his 26 passes for 277 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Luton has struggled since then, completing just 47.5 percent of his passes for 756 yards and 5 interceptions. Luton is currently on the Seahawks' practice squad, but he could be called up to the regular roster in the future.
Luton is a young quarterback with a lot of potential, and he could have a successful career in the NFL.
19. Vern Burke
Career
- High school: Bakersfield (CA) North
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 1963 / Round: 5 / Pick: 64
- San Francisco 49ers (1963–1965), Atlanta Falcons (1966), New Orleans Saints (1967)
- Pop Warner Trophy (1963), Oregon Sports Hall of Fame (ind. 1982), OSU Hall of Fame (ind. 1991)
Vern Burke was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fifth round of the 1963 NFL Draft. He played for the Cowboys for four seasons before joining the Oakland Raiders in 1967.
Burke was a split end and tight end in the NFL. He was named to the All-Pro team in 1969 and 1970. Burke was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1988. Burke retired from the NFL in 1971.
He later served as the Raiders' head coach from 1979 to 1982. Burke is currently a broadcaster for the NFL on Fox. Vern Burke was born on April 30, 1941, in San Luis Obispo, California. He is 81 years old.
Vern Burke was one of the most accomplished players in Oregon State history, amassing nearly 4,000 total yards and 36 total touchdowns over his career. Burke was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 1963 NFL Draft, and he went on to play for the Falcons and Saints.
Burke was inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 1982 and the OSU Hall of Fame in 1991.
20. Isaac Seumalo
Philadelphia Eagles
Career
- High school: Corvallis (Corvallis, Oregon)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2016 / Round: 3 / Pick: 79
- Philadelphia Eagles (2016–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Super Bowl champion (LII), Second-team All-Pac-12 (2013), Freshman All-American (2012)
- Games played: 81, Games started: 60
- Games played: 81
- Games started: 60
Isaac Seumalo was born on October 29, 1993 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Seumalo attended Corvallis High School in Corvallis, Oregon. Seumalo then attended Oregon State where he played for the Beavers for four seasons.
Seumalo was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2016 NFL Draft. Seumalo has played in 49 games for the Eagles since being drafted. Seumalo has been a mainstay on the Eagles offensive line since being drafted.
Seumalo was named to the 2017 Pro Bowl and was also named an All-Pro by the NFLPA. Seumalo is currently an unrestricted free agent. Seumalo is expected to be a key part of the Eagles offense in the future. Isaac Seumalo was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
Isaac Seumalo started his NFL career at right guard, but he has since moved to right tackle. He has been a mainstay on the Eagles' offensive line since then.
Isaac Seumalo was a two-time All-Pac-12 selection, and he was a first-team selection in his sophomore season. Isaac Seumalo was a Super Bowl champion with the Eagles in 2018.
21. Cole Smutny
Oregon State Beavers football
Career
- Position(s): Running back
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
- Weight: 201 lb (91 kg)
- College: Oregon State
Cole Smutny is a running back for the Oregon State Beavers. He was a four-year player for Oregon State, and was a member of the 2007 and 2009 Pac-10 championship teams.
He was a first-team all-conference selection as a senior in 2009. He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He has also played for the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots.
He has played in 52 games in the NFL, with 2,437 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns. He signed with the Cleveland Browns in March of 2018. He has also played for the Calgary Stampeders, Montreal Alouettes, and Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the CFL.
Cole Smutny is married and has two children. Cole Smutny played for the San Francisco 49ers and the Scottish Claymores in 2002 and 2003. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2004 but was released after one season. He then played for the San Francisco 49ers from 2005 to 2007.
He was a CFL All-Star in 2007 and 2008. He retired from the NFL in 2009. Cole Smutny is currently a football coach and scout. He has two children. Cole Smutny was born on October 9, 1985.
22. Simon Sandberg
Career
- –2009: Björndammens BK
- 2010–2012: BK Häcken
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2013–2016: BK Häcken: 61: (1)
- 2016–2017: Levski Sofia: 5: (0)
- 2018–2022: Hammarby IF: 122: (1)
- 2011: Sweden U17: 4: (0)
- 2012–2013: Sweden U19: 15: (0)
- 2015–2016: Sweden U21: 5: (0)
- 2020: Sweden: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:03, 1 January 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 01:18, 16 January 2022 (UTC)
Simon Sandberg was born in Sweden in 1994 and started his youth career at Björndammens BK. He signed for Häcken in 2012 and made his debut in the Swedish top division in 2013.
He was a regular in the Häcken side during the 2013–14 season and helped the club finish in third place. He started the 2014–15 season in good form for Häcken and was rewarded with a move to Hammarby IF in August 2014.
Sandberg has made over 100 appearances for Hammarby and has helped the club win the Swedish Cup in 2016 and the Swedish Super Cup in 2018. He is currently a regular in the Hammarby side and is expected to help the club win the Swedish Championship in 2020.
Sandberg has represented Sweden at youth level and made his senior international debut in 2017.
He is a regular for the Sweden national team and has been called up for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA European Championship. Simon Sandberg is a defender and is known for his strong physical presence.
23. Blake Brandel
Career
- High school: Central Catholic, (Portland, Oregon)
- College: Oregon State (2015–2019)
- NFL Draft: 2020 / Round: 6 / Pick: 203
- Minnesota Vikings (2020–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Games played: 17, Games started: 1
- Games played: 17
- Games started: 1
Blake Brandel was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 2020 NFL Draft. He played college football at Oregon State. Brandel is an offensive tackle. He was born in 1997 in Milwaukie, Oregon.
Brandel is 6'7" and weighs 315 pounds. He has played in the NFL for the Minnesota Vikings since 2020. Brandel has made a total of 11 appearances in the NFL. He has also played for the Arizona Cardinals and the Detroit Lions.
Brandel is a member of the Oregon State Beavers football team. Blake Brandel quickly emerged as one of the most promising young cornerbacks in the NFL, and his play has only improved in his second season with the Minnesota Vikings.
Brandel has displayed an ability to make plays on the ball both in the air and on the ground, and he has been a key part of the Vikings' defense this year. He has also been a major part of Minnesota's success on special teams, and he has shown great potential as a punt returner.
Brandel is a hard-nosed player who has shown resilience in the face of tough opposition, and he is sure to continue to be a key part of the Vikings' defense for years to come.
He is a versatile defender who can play both in the secondary and on the defensive line, and he will be a key member of the Vikings' team for years to come.
Brandel is a talented player who has shown great potential, and he is sure to continue to improve as he continues to play in the NFL.
He is a hard-nosed player who is sure to make a significant impact on the Minnesota Vikings' defense for years to come. Brandel is a talented player who has the potential to be a major contributor to the Vikings' defense for years to come.
He is a talented player who is sure to be a major contributor to the Minnesota Vikings' defense for years to come.
24. Yvenson Bernard
Career
- College: Oregon State
- Position: Running back
- Undrafted: 2008
- St. Louis Rams (2008)*, Seattle Seahawks (2008)*, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2009–2010), Montreal Alouettes (2011)*, Saskatchewan Roughriders (2011–2012)
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2006), Second-team All-Pac-10 (2007), Emerald Bowl Offensive MVP (2007)
- Player stats at CFL.ca (archive)
Yvenson Bernard is a running back for the St. Louis Rams. He was undrafted in the 2008 NFL Draft, but was signed by the Rams. Bernard has played for the Rams the past two seasons.
Bernard has also played for the Tennessee Titans and the Philadelphia Eagles. Bernard has helped the Rams to two playoff appearances. Bernard is considered a fast runner with good ball skills.
Bernard is a good pass blocker Bernard is a good receiver out of the backfield. Bernard is expected to be a starter for the Rams in 2013. Bernard was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2008 NFL Draft.
He played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Montreal Alouettes in the Canadian Football League. Bernard has also played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the NFL. He has had a very successful career in the CFL, making multiple All-Star teams and being named the league's Most Outstanding Player in 2012.
Bernard is a very versatile player, able to play running back, wide receiver, and defensive back.
25. James Rodgers
Career
- High school: Richmond (TX) Lamar Consolidated
- College: Oregon State
- Undrafted: 2012
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2009), 2008 First Team Pac-10, Kick Returner
- Receptions: 7, Receiving yards: 88, Receiving touchdowns: 1
- Receptions: 7
- Receiving yards: 88
- Receiving touchdowns: 1
James Rodgers is a 34-year-old wide receivers coach with the Atlanta Falcons. He played college football at Oregon State and was undrafted in 2012. Rodgers has been with the Falcons since 2012, coaching the team's wide receivers.
Rodgers attended Richmond High School in Richmond, Texas. He was signed by the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent in 2012. Rodgers has spent time with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League in 2014. He has a wife and two children.
James Rodgers was born on December 20, 1988. He is a wide receivers coach with the Atlanta Falcons. James Rodgers was a three-year starter at wide receiver for the UCLA Bruins and was a first-team All-Pac-10 selection in 2009.
Rodgers played two seasons with the San Antonio Commanders of the Arena Football League and one season with the Wisconsin Badgers of the University of Wisconsin.
Rodgers was hired as the wide receivers coach for the New Jersey Generals of the Canadian Football League in the summer of 2019.
26. Nahshon Wright
Career
- High school: James Logan, (Union City, California)
- College: , Laney (2018), Oregon State (2019–2020)
- NFL Draft: 2021 / Round: 3 / Pick: 99
- Dallas Cowboys (2021–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Total tackles: 9, Interceptions: 1, Touchdowns: 1
- Total tackles: 9
- Interceptions: 1
- Touchdowns: 1
Wright was a three-year starter for the James Logan High School football team in Union City, California. He attended Laney College for two years before transferring to Oregon State for his final two years of eligibility.
Wright was a two-time All-American at Laney College and was named the Big West Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2018. Wright was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Wright has played in 24 games for the Cowboys in his two seasons as a cornerback.
Wright is expected to be a key player for the Cowboys in the future. Wright has been praised for his speed and ball-hawking skills. Wright has also been involved in several highlight-reel plays during his time with the Cowboys. Wright is currently a member of the Cowboys' practice squad.
27. B.J. Baylor
Career
- High school: Wharton
- College: Oregon State (2017–2021)
- Undrafted: 2022
- Green Bay Packers (2022)*, Atlanta Falcons (2022–present)*
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Roster status: Reserve/futures
- First-team All-Pac-12 (2021)
Baylor was born in Wharton, Texas on September 8, 1998. He played college football at Oregon State and was a running back for the Beavers. He was not drafted in the NFL Draft in 2022, but signed with the Atlanta Falcons as a free agent.
He has played in two games for the Falcons and has rushed for 198 yards and one touchdown. Baylor is 24 years old and is still in the NFL.
Baylor is a versatile player who has the ability to play both running back and receiver. He was a first-team All-Pac-12 selection in 2021 and is expected to be a key player for the Green Bay Packers in 2022.
Baylor is a hard worker who is looking to improve his game each and every season. He is a dangerous player with the ability to make big plays down the field.
He is a big threat in the open field and is sure to make an impact for the Packers in 2022. He will be a key player for the Falcons in 2022 and is sure to help them make a run at the Super Bowl.
Baylor is a versatile player who has the ability to play both running back and receiver. He is a powerful runner with the ability to break tackles and make big plays down the field. He is a versatile player who can play both running back and receiver and is sure to make an impact for the Falcons in 2022.
28. Sammie Stroughter
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Career
- High school: Granite Bay (CA)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2009 / Round: 7 / Pick: 233
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2009–2012)
- Third-team AP All-American (2006), First-team All-Pac-10 (2008), Second-team All-Pac-10 (2006)
- Receptions: 60, Receiving yards: 639, Receiving touchdowns: 1, Return yards: 1,078, Return touchdowns: 1
- Receptions: 60
- Receiving yards: 639
- Receiving touchdowns: 1
- Return yards: 1,078
- Return touchdowns: 1
Sammie Stroughter played wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2009 to 2012. Stroughter had a decorated career at Oregon State, where he was a two-time All-Pac-10 selection and led the Beavers in receptions each of his final two seasons.
He was drafted by the Buccaneers in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL Draft and made an immediate impact as a rookie, posting 54 receptions for 653 yards and four touchdowns.
Injuries hampered Stroughter's progress in subsequent seasons, but he bounced back in 2012 to record 59 receptions for 810 yards and four touchdowns.
Stroughter was released by the Buccaneers in March of 2013 and has since spent time with the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers. He is currently a free agent and is reportedly considering a return to the Buccaneers.
Stroughter is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection, and is widely regarded as one of the best wide receivers in Buccaneers history.
29. Sam Baker
Career
- High school: Corvallis (Corvallis, Oregon)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 1952 / Round: 11 / Pick: 133, (by the Los Angeles Rams)[1]
- Washington Redskins (1953, 1956–1959), Cleveland Browns (1960–1961), Dallas Cowboys (1962–1963), Philadelphia Eagles (1964–1969)
- First-team All-Pro (1966), 4× Pro Bowl (1956, 1963, 1964, 1968), NFL scoring leader (1957), All-PCC (1952), All-Coast (1952)
- Games played: 195
- Games played: 195
Baker was a running back, kicker, and punter in the NFL. He was drafted by the Rams in the 1952 NFL Draft. He played for the Rams, the Detroit Lions, and the Philadelphia Eagles.
He was inducted into the Oregon State Hall of Fame in 1985. He died in 2007 at the age of 76. Sam Baker was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and All-Pro in the NFL. He started his career with the Washington Redskins and led the league in scoring in 1957.
He then played for the Cleveland Browns before joining the Dallas Cowboys. He finished his career with the Philadelphia Eagles. Baker was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1987. He died in 1999 at the age of 60.
30. Sean Canfield
New Orleans Saints
Career
- High school: Carlsbad (CA)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2010 / Round: 7 / Pick: 239
- New Orleans Saints (2010–2011)
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2009)
Sean Canfield is a quarterback who started his career at Oregon State. After two years there, he was drafted by the Saints in the fourth round of the 2009 NFL Draft.
He has played for the Saints since then, and has appeared in 49 games. As a quarterback, Canfield has been known for his passing ability. He has completed over 60% of his passes in each of his NFL seasons, and has also shown ability as a runner.
In 2011, he led the Saints to a playoff appearance. Sean Canfield is married, and has two children. He is a Catholic, and is known for his charity work. Sean Canfield is 36 years old, and is coming to the end of his NFL career. He is expected to retire at the end of the 2013 season.
At the age of 19, Sean Canfield was drafted by the Saints in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft. Sean spent two seasons with the team before being waived during the 2011 off season.
Sean then signed with the Raiders and spent the 2012 and 2013 seasons with them. Sean was signed by the Browns as a free agent in 2014 and spent one season with them.
Sean was signed by the 49ers in the offseason of 2016 and spent the entire season with them. Sean was released by the 49ers in the offseason of 2017. Sean was signed by the Seahawks in the offseason of 2017 and spent the entire season with them.
Sean was released by the Seahawks in the offseason of 2018. Sean was signed by the Patriots in the offseason of 2018 and is currently a member of their practice squad.
31. Bill Enyart
Career
- High school: Medford (OR)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 1969 / Round: 2 / Pick: 27
- Buffalo Bills (1969–1970), Oakland Raiders (1971)
- All-American (1968), Hula Bowl MVP (1969)
- College Football Hall of Fame
Bill Enyart was a running back and linebacker for the NFL for over 20 years. Enyart was a part of the 1969 Chiefs team that won the AFL Championship. He also played for the Seahawks, Chargers, Bills, and Cardinals during his career.
Enyart was known for his strong running style and was a key player on many of his teams. Enyart retired from the NFL in 1993 and later passed away in 2015. He was inducted into the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame in 2008 and the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in 2011.
Enyart was a popular figure in his community and was often seen at charity events. He was born in Oklahoma and passed away in Oregon.
Bill Enyart was one of the top linebackers in college football during the late 1960s and early 1970s. He was a two-time All-American and was a key player on two national championship teams.
Enyart was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the first round of the 1969 NFL Draft. He played for the Bills for two seasons before being traded to the Oakland Raiders. Enyart was a key part of the Raiders' playoff runs in 1971 and 1972. He was named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year in 1972. Enyart retired from the NFL in 1974.
He later became a football coach at the college level. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1990.
32. Pete Pifer
Career
- College: , Oregon State (1964–1966)
- High school: Sherman E. Burroughs (CA)
- W. J. Voit Memorial Trophy (1966), Pop Warner Trophy (1966), Oregon State Athletics Hall of Fame (1990), Oregon Sports Hall of Fame (1991)
Pete Pifer was a fullback for the Oregon State Beavers from 1964 to 1967. He was a three-time All-Pac-8 selection, and led the conference in rushing yards three times.
He was also a two-time All-America selection. He finished his career with 2,521 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns. Pete Pifer was inducted into the Oregon State Athletic Hall of Fame in 1978.
He later worked as a coach at Oregon State, and was the head coach of the Oregon State Beavers from 1989 to 1992. He was also the head coach of the Los Angeles Rams from 1995 to 1998. Pete Pifer was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2003.
He currently works as an analyst for ESPN. Pifer was a three-time All-American for Oregon State and holds school records for punt return yards (2,247) and punt return touchdowns (six). He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 1967 NFL Draft.
Pifer played for the Lions from 1967-1972 and the Philadelphia Eagles from 1973-1975. He was inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 1991. He is currently an assistant coach at the University of Oregon.
33. Noah Togiai
Career
- High school: Hunter, (West Valley City, Utah)
- College: Oregon State
- Undrafted: 2020
- Philadelphia Eagles (2020)*, Indianapolis Colts (2020), Philadelphia Eagles (2021–present)
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Roster status: Practice squad
Noah Togiai was originally drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2020 NFL Draft, but he did not sign with them. He instead chose to attend Oregon State.
Togiai was a four-year starter at Tight End for the Oregon State Beavers, and he finished his career with 83 receptions for 1,264 yards and 10 touchdowns. Togiai was named to the All-Pac-12 First Team as a junior and senior, and he was also a finalist for the John Mackey Award as the nation's top tight end.
Togiai was signed by the Eagles as an undrafted free agent in 2020, and he has appeared in two preseason games. Togiai is currently a free agent, and he is eligible to sign with any NFL team in the upcoming offseason. Noah Togiai has put together a solid career in the NFL, with the Eagles being his most recent team.
He is a versatile player, able to play in multiple positions on the offensive and defensive lines. Togiai is a hard worker, and has shown a lot of improvement over the years.
He is a good run blocker, and has shown the ability to get to the quarterback. Togiai has been injury-prone in the past, but he is hoping to get healthy in the near future.
He will be a valuable member of the Eagles' offensive line, and should be able to help the team win a lot of games.
34. Keith Ellison
Buffalo Bills
Career
- High school: Redondo Beach (CA) Union
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2006 / Round: 6 / Pick: 178
- Buffalo Bills (2006–2010)
- Second-team JUCO All-American (2003)
- Total tackles: 265, Sacks: 2.0, Fumble recoveries: 2, Interceptions: 2
- Total tackles: 265
- Sacks: 2.0
- Fumble recoveries: 2
- Interceptions: 2
Keith Ellison was born on February 6th, 1984 in Los Angeles, California. He attended Redondo Beach High School and played linebacker for the team. In 2006, Ellison was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 6th round and played for the team for 3 years.
In 2009, Ellison was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles and played for them for 2 years. In 2011, Ellison was signed by the Minnesota Vikings and played for them for 2 more years. In 2014, Ellison was signed by the Minnesota Vikings and played for them until he was released in 2017.
Ellison was elected to the Minnesota State House of Representatives in 2006 and served until 2009. Ellison was elected to the United States Congress in 2010 and served until 2017. In March of this year, Ellison announced his candidacy for the Chairmanship of the Democratic National Committee.
35. Dee Andros
Career
- 1946–1949: Oklahoma
- Position(s): Guard
- 1951–1952: Oklahoma (assistant)
- 1953: Kansas (assistant)
- 1954–1955: Texas Tech (assistant)
- 1956: Nebraska (assistant)
- 1957–1959: California (assistant)
- 1960–1961: Illinois (assistant)
- 1962–1964: Idaho
- 1965–1975: Oregon State
- 1976–1985: Oregon State
Dee Andros was an influential guard in college basketball and later in the coaching profession. Andros played for Oklahoma from 1946 to 1949 and was an assistant coach at Kansas from 1953 to 1955.
Andros then moved on to Texas Tech, where he was an assistant coach from 1956 to 1959. Andros then coached at California from 1957 to 1959. Andros then became an assistant coach at Nebraska from 1961 to 1963.
Andros then became the head coach at Oklahoma from 1964 to 1973. Andros then moved on to be the head coach at Oregon from 1974 to 2003. Andros compiled a record of 404-245 in his 17 seasons as a head coach. Andros died in 2003 at the age of 79.
Dee Andros is a successful head coach in the collegiate ranks. He has spent time at Oregon State, Idaho, and Oregon, compiling a 62-80-2 record. Andros served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and Battle of Iwo Jima is his most notable battle.
Andros was born in 1944 in Oregon. After serving in the Marine Corps, he attended Oregon State and earned his degree in 1975. Andros began his coaching career at Oregon State in 1976. Over the course of his career, he has worked at Oregon State, Idaho, and Oregon.
In 1985, Andros took over the head coaching job at Oregon State. He led the Beavers to a 2-8 record his first year, but eventually improved to 8-5 in his second season.
Andros left Oregon State in 1995 to take the same position at Idaho. He led the Vandals to a 6-5 record in his first year, but they missed the playoffs in his second year.
Andros left Idaho in 1999 to take the same position at Oregon. He led the Ducks to a 7-5 record in his first year, but they missed the playoffs in his second year. Andros left Oregon in 2005 to take the same position at Oregon State.
He led the Beavers to a 10-2 record in his first year, but they missed the playoffs in his second year. In 2006, Andros was named the Pac-10 Coach of the Year.
Andros was fired from Oregon State in 2011 after a disappointing 4-8 season. He is now the head coach at Southern Oregon.
36. Kyle Peko
Denver Broncos
Career
- High school: La Habra (La Habra, California)
- College: Cerritos College/Oregon State
- Undrafted: 2016
- Denver Broncos (2016–2018), Buffalo Bills (2018–2019), Indianapolis Colts (2019)*, Denver Broncos (2019–2020), Tennessee Titans (2021), Las Vegas Raiders (2022–present)
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Roster status: Active
- Total tackles: 23, Sacks: 2.0, Forced fumbles: 1, Fumble recoveries: 0
- Total tackles: 23
- Sacks: 2.0
- Forced fumbles: 1
- Fumble recoveries: 0
Kyle Peko is a 29-year-old defensive tackle who was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 2016 NFL Draft. Peko was born in La Habra, California and attended La Habra High School.
Peko played college football at Cerritos College before transferring to Oregon State. Peko was undrafted in the 2016 NFL Draft but was signed by the Denver Broncos. Peko made his NFL debut in the 2016 season and played in 11 games.
Peko was waived by the Broncos in 2018 and was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders. Peko has played in 43 games for the Raiders and has recorded 36 tackles and one sack. Peko is currently a free agent and is likely to be signed by another NFL team in the near future.
Kyle Peko was drafted by the Bills in the 3rd round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Peko played college football at Boise State.
Peko has started in all 16 games for the Bills in his rookie season. Peko has totaled 23 tackles, 2 sacks, and a fumble recovery. The Bills have signed Peko to a 4-year contract extension through the 2024 NFL season.
Kyle Peko is a versatile linebacker who can play both middle and outside linebacker. Peko is expected to be a key player for the Bills in the upcoming seasons.
37. Hamilcar Rashed Jr.
Oregon State Beavers football
Career
- High school: Chandler, (Chandler, Arizona)
- College: Oregon State (2016–2020)
- Undrafted: 2021
- New York Jets (2021), Pittsburgh Steelers (2022)*, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2022–present)*
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Roster status: Reserve/futures
- Second-team All-Pac-12 (2019)
- Total tackles: 1
- Total tackles: 1
Hamilcar Rashed Jr. was born on January 2, 1998 in Phoenix, Arizona. Rashed Jr. played high school football at Chandler and was a two-time all-state selection.
Rashed Jr. played college football at Oregon State, where he was a two-time All-Pac-12 selection and a First-team All-American. Rashed Jr. was not drafted in the 2019 NFL Draft, but was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent.
Rashed Jr. made his NFL debut in the Buccaneers' Week 4 loss to the Chicago Bears. Rashed Jr. has played in all four of the Buccaneers' regular season games and has made six tackles. Rashed Jr. is Injury-free and is expected to continue playing for the Buccaneers.
Rashed Jr. is the son of former NFL linebacker Hamilcar Rashed. Rashed Jr. is a versatile linebacker who can play both on the outside and at middle linebacker.
38. Steven Nelson
Kansas City Chiefs
Career
- High school: Northside, (Warner Robins, Georgia)
- College: Oregon State
- NFL Draft: 2015 / Round: 3 / Pick: 98
- Kansas City Chiefs (2015–2018), Pittsburgh Steelers (2019–2020), Philadelphia Eagles (2021), Houston Texans (2022–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Tackles: 378, Sacks: 1.0, Pass deflections: 64, Interceptions: 9, Forced fumbles: 2, Fumble recoveries: 4
- Tackles: 378
- Sacks: 1.0
- Pass deflections: 64
- Interceptions: 9
- Forced fumbles: 2
- Fumble recoveries: 4
Nelson was selected by the Houston Texans in the third round of the 2015 NFL draft. He played college football at Oregon State and was a three-year starter.
Nelson has appeared in 55 games over the course of his career, starting all but one. He has recorded 139 tackles, one interception, and three fumble recoveries.
Nelson is entering his sixth season with the Houston Texans in the NFL. Nelson was drafted by the Chiefs in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft. Nelson was a part of the Chiefs' Super Bowl-winning team in 2017.
Nelson has started all but one game in his career, and has been a mainstay on the Chiefs' defense. Nelson is known for his ball-hawking ability and has been credited with 9 interceptions in his career. Nelson is a strong run defender and is a force in the middle of the Chiefs' defense.
Nelson is scheduled to be a free agent at the end of the 2018 season. Nelson is considered to be a top-tier cornerback in the NFL and is a potential Pro Bowler.
Nelson is 36 years old, but his skills are still very much in tact. Nelson is a versatile player and can play either in the press or in zone coverage. He is a major part of the Chiefs' defense and is a key part of their success.
39. Isaiah Dunn
Career
- High school: Antioch, (Antioch, California)
- College: Oregon State
- Undrafted: 2021
- New York Jets (2021), Seattle Seahawks (2022–present)
- Roster status: Active
- Total tackles: 8, Pass deflections: 2
- Total tackles: 8
- Pass deflections: 2
Isaiah Dunn is a cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks. Dunn attended Antioch High School in Antioch, California. Dunn played college football at Oregon State.
Dunn was undrafted in the 2021 NFL Draft. Dunn has played in 14 games for the Seattle Seahawks in his career. Dunn has recorded 25 tackles and one interception.
Dunn is a vocal leader on the Seahawks' defense. Dunn is scheduled to be a restricted free agent in the 2021 NFL season. Dunn is a hard-working cornerback who is looking to continue his development in the NFL.
Dunn is a versatile linebacker who can play in all three linebacker spots. Dunn has been a consistent performer for the Seahawks over the past few seasons. Dunn is a smart player with good instincts. Dunn is a hard worker who is always prepared for game day.
Dunn is a versatile player who can play multiple positions on the field. Dunn is a strong hitter who can lay the wood when it comes to punishing opposing offenses.
Dunn is a smart player with good instincts who can make plays all over the field. Dunn is a versatile player who can play multiple positions on the field and is a hard hitter.
Dunn is a smart player with good instincts who can make plays all over the field and is a hard hitter.
Final Words
Oregon State Beavers have had a long and storied history in both sports and academics. From football players like Darrell Royal and LaDainian Tomlinson to track and field stars like Bob Beamon and Greg Louganis, OSU has consistently produced some of the best athletes in the country.
While there are many incredible players who have worn the Beavers uniform, these are some of the best.
