Oregon State Defense Secures 10-7 Win Over Washington State

Oregon State secured a hard-fought 10-7 victory over Washington State in a defensive showdown, marking their first FBS win in nearly a year and extending their winning streak to two games. Anthony Hankerson was instrumental, rushing 25 times for 132 yards and scoring the decisive touchdown in the fourth quarter. Despite offensive struggles, including a quarterback injury to Gabarri Johnson and a late-game field goal miss by Washington State, Oregon State's defense dominated, holding the Cougars to just one touchdown and forcing multiple three-and-outs in the second half. The Beavers' defense sacked Washington State's quarterback six times and intercepted two passes, showcasing a significant improvement under interim head coach Robb Akey. This matchup, though considered non-conference due to the Pac-12's collapse, highlights the rivalry between the two remaining Pac-12 teams, with the next encounter set for November 29 in Pullman. Oregon State's resilience on defense and Hankerson's performance were key to overcoming their offensive limitations to secure the victory.