Episode 154

Spicy QB Debates, Football Season Countdown, Kelze Howard's Injury, And Award Watch Lists

In Episode 154 of the Belligerent Beavs Podcast, we dive into the heated debate over who should be the Oregon State quarterback as the season opener approaches, discussing the potential starters and what each brings to the table. With less than two weeks until kickoff, the excitement is building, and we break down what Beaver Nation can expect. We also cover the unfortunate news of Kelze Howard’s season-ending ACL injury and how the defense might adjust. Plus, we celebrate Joshua Gray and Semisi Saluni’s spots on prestigious national award watch lists.

  • In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the use of Spark Notes and Cliff Notes as study aids for books. They reminisce about their experiences using these resources and share their thoughts on the impact of these summaries on their reading habits. They also mention the upcoming predictions episode and the excitement surrounding the return of college football. The hosts speculate on the possibility of bringing Jensen Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA, to a game at Oregon State University and discuss the potential impact of his presence on the program. They joke about getting sponsorship deals from billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Pat the Bat. The conversation starts with a lighthearted discussion about beer and Peloton workouts. They then talk about the importance of customer service and their frustrations with Peloton's lack of response. The conversation shifts to a discussion about favorite Starburst flavors and the enjoyment of smoking homegrown marijuana. They briefly mention Deion Sanders and his impact on HBCU football. The conversation then transitions to the topic of porta-potties and the need for more of them at Reser Stadium. They end with a discussion about the starting quarterback for Oregon State football and the importance of the upcoming game against Idaho State. The conversation revolves around the quarterback situation at Oregon State and the potential impact on the upcoming season. The hosts discuss the different quarterbacks and their strengths and weaknesses, expressing their opinions on who they think should be the starting quarterback and the importance of making the right decision. They also discuss the challenges of the upcoming season and the pressure to perform well. The conversation ends with a mention of injuries and the impact they can have on the team. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the new CW sports broadcasting team, including the hiring of Ryan Leaf and RG3. They also mention Tom Brenneman's unfortunate comments and the importance of second chances. The hosts express their excitement for the upcoming broadcasts and highlight the connections to Oregon State and Washington State. They also discuss the potential challenges of local affiliates not broadcasting the games. The conversation ends with a discussion about their upcoming trip to Corvallis and the highly anticipated predictions episode.

    • Spark Notes and Cliff Notes were popular study aids for books

    • The hosts reminisce about their experiences using these resources

    • The upcoming predictions episode generates excitement

    • The hosts discuss the potential impact of bringing Jensen Huang to an Oregon State game

    • They joke about getting sponsorship deals from billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Pat the Bat Customer service is important and can greatly impact a person's experience with a product or service.

    • Personal preferences for flavors can vary, even when it comes to something as simple as Starburst candy.

    • Deion Sanders has made a positive impact on HBCU football and has brought attention to the talent at these schools.

    • Porta-potties are a necessary convenience, especially at large events like football games.

    • The starting quarterback for Oregon State football is still undecided, and the upcoming game against Idaho State is important for evaluation. The quarterback situation at Oregon State is a topic of discussion and there are different opinions on who should be the starter.

    • The coaches are taking their time to evaluate the quarterbacks and make the right decision.

    • The success of the team will depend on the performance of the quarterback and the ability to make plays.

    • Injuries can have a significant impact on the team and it is important to have depth and options.

    • There is pressure on the team to perform well and meet the expectations of the fans and the program. The hosts are excited about the new CW sports broadcasting team, including Ryan Leaf and RG3.

    • They discuss the importance of second chances and highlight Tom Brenneman's story as an example.

    • The hosts express their enthusiasm for the upcoming broadcasts and the connections to Oregon State and Washington State.

    • They mention the potential challenges of local affiliates not broadcasting the games.

    • The hosts are looking forward to their upcoming trip to Corvallis and the highly anticipated predictions episode.

  • "Dude... Yeah, do you guys remember Spark Notes? Like the original like the original booklet?"

    "Yeah. Hey!"

    "But I think we did a game, we did a predictions recap every week after the game. We looked back at the prediction. We should try to bring that back this year."

    "I've been crushing it."

    "Your customer service is a fucking joke."

    "Orange and red are just superior in every way."

    "The most exciting thing that could have happened was for Jabari to light up fall camp enough to be the undisputed starting quarterback."

    "If Gabarri or Gevani aren't ready, I don't think you can just throw them out there as the undisputed starting quarterback just to appease fans or to give into hype."

    "You have to start with what you can trust. You have to make people earn their way."

    "Terai. Terai!"

    "Watch out for RG3."

    "Yeah, speak it into existence."

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