CORVALLIS, Ore. – As the Oregon State Beavers gear up for the 2025 football season, excitement is brewing among fans following the announcement of eleven new transfers joining the team. This strategic move aims to bolster the roster and enhance the team’s competitiveness in the upcoming season.Among the notable additions is Maalik Murphy, a quarterback transferring from Duke University. The redshirt junior had an impressive season, starting twelve games and throwing for 2,933 yards with 26 touchdowns, ranking him among the top quarterbacks nationally. His size (6’5″, 203 lbs) and proven track record make him a significant asset for the Beavers as they look to solidify their offensive strategy12.Joining him are two standout tight ends: Jackson Bowers from BYU and Riley Williams, who returns to Oregon after playing at Miami. Bowers, a redshirt sophomore, brings height and agility at 6’5″ and 245 pounds, while Williams, a Portland native, stands at 6’6″ and has shown promise in his previous seasons12.The defensive line will also see reinforcements with Raesjon Davis from USC, who has experience playing in a competitive environment, having participated in 36 games during his time in Los Angeles. Additionally, Keyon Cox and JT Hand, both offensive linemen from UCF and Arizona respectively, will add depth to the Beavers’ front line23.The complete list of transfers includes:
Name | Position | Height | Weight | Previous School |
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Maalik Murphy | QB | 6-5 | 203 | Duke |
Jackson Bowers | TE | 6-5 | 245 | BYU |
Riley Williams | TE | 6-6 | 240 | Miami |
Raesjon Davis | ILB | 6-0 | 220 | USC |
Keyon Cox | OL | 6-5 | 300 | UCF |
JT Hand | OL | 6-4 | 300 | Arizona |
Walker Harris | OLB | 6-5 | 250 | Southern Utah |
Tahjae Mullix | DL | 6-3 | 270 | Western Carolina |
Josiah Timoteo | OL | 6-4 | 300 | Nevada |
Kai Wallin | OLB | 6-5 | 250 | Nebraska |
T.J. Crandall | DB | 6-0 | 181 | West Virginia |
With these promising talents on board, Coach Trent Bray’s staff is poised to make significant strides in recruiting and player development. The Beavers’ commitment to enhancing their roster reflects a strong vision for the future of Oregon State football as they aim for success in a competitive PAC-12 landscape