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Oregon State Hires JaMarcus Shephard as New Head Coach

12/3/2025

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JaMarcus Shephard, formerly Alabama's co-offensive coordinator, was hired as Oregon State's head coach after a 0-7 start in 2025.
He plans to overhaul the coaching staff, with most current assistants not retained.
He intends to add at least three staff members from Alabama.
His introductory press conference is set for noon on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
The hire signals a new era after Bray's firing and Smith's departure.

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Story summary

JaMarcus Shephard, formerly Alabama's co-offensive coordinator, was hired as Oregon State's head coach after a 0-7 start in 2025.
He plans to overhaul the coaching staff, with most current assistants not retained.
He intends to add at least three staff members from Alabama.
His introductory press conference is set for noon on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
The hire signals a new era after Bray's firing and Smith's departure.