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Oregon State Fires Coach Bray After 0-7 Start

10/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Trent Bray, the head football coach at Oregon State University, was fired after the Beavers started the 2025 season 0-7.
The program's 0-7 start is its worst since 1991, and Bray finished with a 5-14 record.
Athletic director Scott Barnes emphasized the need for improvement after a series of heavy losses, including a 39-14 defeat to Wake Forest.
Robb Akey was named interim head coach.

History

Historical Context

The Oregon State Beavers football team endured a challenging 1991 season, finishing 0-10 under first-year coach Jerry Pettibone, marking a significant low in the program's history. In 2025, the Beavers faced similar struggles, starting 0-7 under Trent Bray, prompting his dismissal. This cycle of poor performance and leadership changes raises concerns about the program's future and recruitment efforts.

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Story summary

Trent Bray, the head football coach at Oregon State University, was fired after the Beavers started the 2025 season 0-7.
The program's 0-7 start is its worst since 1991, and Bray finished with a 5-14 record.
Athletic director Scott Barnes emphasized the need for improvement after a series of heavy losses, including a 39-14 defeat to Wake Forest.
Robb Akey was named interim head coach.

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