Oregon State Hosts Texas State in Reser Saturday
Oregon State can secure bowl eligibility with a win over Texas State at home Saturday night.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Football
Oregon State hosts Texas State at Reser Stadium on Saturday night, a matchup between the two programs that has not previously been played. A win would lock up bowl eligibility for the Beavers, who are coming off their first conference loss.
Why it matters
A Beaver victory would clinch bowl eligibility, a key milestone for the program. Texas State's high-powered offense presents a test for an Oregon State defense facing multiple receiving threats.
Hatcher has run for 118 yards and two touchdowns over the past couple of games, averaging 6 yards per carry on nine touches against Fresno. Temple caught six passes for 97 yards in the Fresno game, and his availability for Saturday's matchup has not been confirmed in the source material.
The players
Oregon State Beavers
The Oregon State University football program, a member of the Pac-12 Conference, competes in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision.
Texas State Bobcats
The Texas State University football program competes in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision and is known for a high-powered offense.
Cornell Hatcher Jr.
Hatcher is a sophomore running back for Oregon State who has been a key part of the Beavers' rushing attack.
DeCorion Temple
Temple is a Central Michigan transfer tight end for Oregon State who has produced several games with five or more receptions.
The details
Oregon State's offense will look to spread the ball among multiple receivers so opposing defenses cannot focus on Jesse Legree. Expect a significant share of carries for sophomore running back Cornell Hatcher Jr., while freshman Cynai Thomas and FCS transfer Adonis McDaniel are expected to be key targets.
Timeline
Halloween night: DeCorion Temple recorded six receptions for 97 yards at Fresno.
Saturday night (November 7, 2026): Oregon State hosts Texas State at Reser Stadium.
Season Trajectory
Oregon State enters Saturday's game at Reser needing one more win to secure bowl eligibility after a first conference loss. The result will shape the Beavers' postseason standing in a season where every remaining conference game carries weight.
A win over Texas State would give Oregon State the win total needed for bowl eligibility, a concrete milestone for the season. Fans planning to attend should expect a Saturday night kickoff at Reser Stadium.
The takeaway
The Beavers' next result will decide whether a bowl berth is secured, making Saturday's home game at Reser a pivotal moment in the season. Readers tracking the team should watch the availability of key skill players in the lead-up to kickoff.
What happens next
Oregon State's bowl eligibility will be determined by the outcome of Saturday's game against Texas State at Reser Stadium.
Further reading
For more on the Beavers' season, see Football coverage from Corvallis.
