Cliff Kirkpatrick

Business continued for the Oregon State football team Tuesday, Day 2 of training camp. Below is the view of the practice field in the morning as the offensive goes through a walk-through.

It was picture day at lunch. It’s mostly for the freshmen who don’t have a mug shot done for OSU, yet.

A funny story is that former S Al Afalava hates getting his picture taken. After the first picture day his freshman year, he skipped every one the next three years.

Check back later in the afternoon for some notes, more pics and maybe a video from practice. The below video is a TE John Reese production.

Polls
The latest poll on the Beavers Sports site is up. It’s on how many games you think the Beavers are going to win this year. Vote here.

The last one was on what home game are you most excited to see in person? Cincinnati won with 47 percent, followed by UCLA at 14 percent and then Washington and none of them at nine percent.

Practice report
The offense looked solid in the limited interaction with the defense Tuesday. There was the skeleton drill with receivers vs. secondary and LBs, and the full team drill. The two-minute drill was added.

“We got a lot done today,” coach Mike Riley said. “We did more interaction, but not much. There was a lot of teaching. I hope that’s good for the next few days when we have shoulder pads on and do a little more.”

QBs Sean Canfield and Ryan Katz were smooth. WR James Rodgers caught two long TD passes from Canfield.

“(Rodgers) busted out of the pack and separated for two big plays, and that’s awfully good to see,” Riley said. “In general, the offense looked good. I like how the defensive front looks good to me — very physical. And I was impressed the speed and effort of the defensive line.”

Freshman WR Micah Hatfield looked good catching and making moves in the secondary. “He’s very smooth,” Riley said. “He caught the eye of the veteran players already.”

Injury report
Two young WRs Geno Munoz (cramps) and Markus Wheaton (lower leg) missed practice, and should be back Wednesday.

“(Munoz) had cramps, very significant cramps,” Riley said. “Until his fluid levels reach a certain height they won’t let him go. He should be ready to go (Wednesday).”

S Anthony Watkins (hamstring) was hurt Tuesday. “I hope it’s not long-term,” Riley said.

Olander scholarship
Junior DT Brennan Olander was awarded a scholarship, Riley said. He takes the place of LB Michael Doctor, who is ineligible.

And on a side note, the scholarship for Jesse Fifita (spine) does not count against the 85 limit. If someone is listed as a medical redshirt with no hope of coming back, they keep the scholarship and it doesn’t hurt the team’s numbers.

Funny hair

The hairdos the offensive lineman are sporting were such a hit that more are doing them. C Alex Linnenkohl came over to me to make sure I got a picture of Geoff Garner and his skull cap look. That’s him in the middle of the shot.

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