Oregon State Snaps Losing Streak with Last-Second Win Over Washington State
CORVALLIS, Ore. Everett Hayes kicked a 55-yard field goal with 20 seconds left, securing Oregon State's 41-38 victory over No. 25 Washington State on Saturday night in a crucial Pac-12 matchup. This win ended the Beavers' five-game losing streak.
Ben Gulbranson, who missed last week's game, led the Beavers with 294 passing yards and two touchdowns. Trent Walker Jr. had an impressive performance, catching 12 passes for 136 yards.
Washington State, coming off a loss to New Mexico, saw their hopes for an at-large bid to the College Football Playoff dashed. The Cougars, once ranked as high as No. 18, have now lost two straight games.
The game saw several lead changes in the final quarter. Washington State's quarterback John Mateer tied the game with a 4-yard touchdown run. Taariq Al-Uqdah then intercepted Gulbranson and returned it for a touchdown, giving the Cougars the lead.
Oregon State responded with a 4-yard touchdown reception by Darrius Clemons to tie the game again. The Beavers regained possession after recovering a fumble and Hayes sealed the victory with his long field goal.
Mateer finished with 250 passing yards, two touchdowns, and an additional 85 rushing yards with two scores for Washington State.
The Beavers started strong with a touchdown run from stand-in quarterback Gabarri Johnson. The Cougars responded with a touchdown pass from Mateer and a field goal from Dean Janikowski. Salahadin Allah's 1-yard touchdown run put Oregon State back in the lead before Mateer scored again for Washington State.
This thrilling win marks a significant turnaround for Oregon State as they move forward in the Pac-12 season.
