Shephard’s Discipline Revolution | Oregon State Beavers Football News

Oregon State Beavers Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 6, 2026 · 1m

JaMarcus Shephard’s fiery debut as Oregon State’s head coach didn’t just heat up the sidelines—it lit a fire under his team’s discipline. After a tense opener against Houston, where he clashed with refs and players, Shephard pivoted to his real mission: stopping costly penalties. Last year’s penalty-plagued season is behind them—this time, five penalties were committed, but crucially, they avoided game-altering calls like illegal formations. His message? Fight hard, play clean, and grow through grit. With Texas Tech—the Big 12 champs—coming to town next, Shephard’s disciplined approach will…