November 9th 2024.
This weekend, the San Jose State Spartans are facing off against the Oregon State Beavers in a highly anticipated football game. The two teams have a bit of a history, with Oregon State currently holding the lead in their head-to-head record at 5-2. However, the Spartans have unfortunately lost the last five meetings between the two schools.
The game is set to take place at 12:30 p.m. at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon and will be televised on The CW. Fans can also tune in to KTRB for radio coverage. Both teams are well-rested, coming off a bye week before this big matchup.
One of the main storylines leading up to the game is the uncertainty at quarterback for Oregon State. Head coach Trent Bray will have to choose between Gevani McCoy and Ben Gulbranson after Thursday's practice. During their last game against Cal, McCoy was pulled for Gulbranson, so it will be interesting to see who gets the nod this time around.
On the other side, the Spartans have solidified their quarterback situation with Walker Eget being named the starter last week. The team is also just one win away from becoming bowl eligible, which would be their third consecutive season with a bowl game appearance.
As with any football game, there are key matchups to watch out for. For this game, all eyes will be on Oregon State's left guard Joshua Gray and SJSU defensive lineman Soane Toia. Gray is a standout player for the Beavers, with 52 starts under his belt and an invitation to the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl. Toia, on the other hand, leads the Spartans defensive line in tackles.
Injuries are always a concern for any team, and unfortunately, the Spartans will be without defensive lineman Quincy Likio and wide receiver Malikhi Miller for the rest of the season. However, both teams have some impressive stats going into the game. Oregon State leads the nation in average time of possession and is 12th in rushing offense, while the Spartans have forced 19 turnovers this season, ranking them third in the nation.
Despite their high number of turnovers, the Spartans are tied for 69th in the nation with an even turnover margin. On the offensive side, wide receiver Nick Nash is leading the FBS in receptions, receptions per game, and receiving touchdowns. On the other hand, Oregon State's defense has struggled with getting sacks, currently ranking last in the nation with only five this season.
All in all, this promises to be an exciting game between two competitive teams. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see who will come out on top and continue their path towards a successful season.
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