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Oregon State Beavers: Looking Ahead to Shephard's Rebuild

Oregon State Beavers face tough competition in 2025, with rivals like Oregon, Cal, Houston, Fresno State, and App State securing impressive wins. New head coach JaMarcus Shephard brings hope for a better 2026 season.

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