Cascade’s Matthew Hinkle, who was the 4A defensive player of the year as a disruptive defensive end for the state champion Cougars but also was one of the best true fullbacks in the state, lead-blocking for offensive player of the year Bryce Kuenzi but also gaining 690 yards and scoring 12 touchdowns on 56 carries.

Dexter Foster's story reads like a Beaver fan's dream. The Portland native won a state title at Oregon high school football powers Central Catholic HS off Stark

Oregon State and head coach JaMarcus Shephard continue to fill out the Beavers’ staff as they made a hire official on Tuesday afternoon. Former Louisville tight ends coach Ryan Wallace will serve as the TE coach and co-offensive coordinator.

Both of Oregon's coordinators will be head coaches next season and have one foot out the door. How are they managing the transition? 'I’ve got a light job and a night job.'

The Ducks flopped last season as the betting favorite and top seed. This time, they are the No. 5 seed facing a daunting road.

No. 5 Oregon Ducks and No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders clash in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals Thursday at noon ET in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Texas Tech looks to upset Oregon in the Orange Bowl and move on the the College Football Semifinals at the Peach Bowl.