Episode 194
Beavs Look To Stay On Track, Blaylock Fallout, Blueprint Crumbles, And Next Steps For OSU
The Beavs come off a win and a bye week looking to keep it rolling against Washington State, while Oregon State’s athletic department tries to exorcise its demons. We break down Brent Blaylock’s exit, the crumbling Blueprint Sports deal, and what’s next for Scott Barnes and OSU leadership. It’s Halloween, the vibes are spooky, and Beaver Nation deserves some accountability. And maybe a win.
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In this episode, the conversation covers the recent developments in Oregon State football, focusing on the departure of Brent Blaylock and the ongoing issues with Blueprint Sports. The hosts discuss the implications of these changes for the athletic department, the challenges of the coaching search, and the potential candidates for the athletic director position. They emphasize the need for accountability and transparency within the department, as well as the impact of these decisions on the university's reputation and future. In this episode, the hosts delve into the ongoing issues surrounding Oregon State athletics, focusing on accountability, the controversial Blueprint Sports deal, and patterns of incompetence within the athletic department. They discuss the implications of these issues for the future of the program, including coaching decisions and fan expectations. The conversation also touches on predictions for upcoming games and the overall state of the team.
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Oregon State football has not lost a game in weeks.
Brent Blaylock's departure signals a shift in the athletic department.
Blueprint Sports is facing significant challenges with its client base.
The athletic department needs to reevaluate its partnerships and contracts.
Leadership changes are crucial for the future of Oregon State athletics.
The coaching search will be complicated by the current administrative issues.
Accountability is essential for restoring trust in the athletic department.
Potential candidates for athletic director are being discussed.
NDA requirements for interns indicate internal issues within the department.
The conversation highlights the importance of transparency in athletic administration. The athletic department must prioritize transparency and accountability.
The Blueprint Sports deal raises questions about decision-making processes.
Patterns of incompetence have been identified in the management of the athletic department.
Fan expectations are shifting due to recent events.
Coaching decisions will be heavily scrutinized moving forward.
The future of Oregon State athletics is uncertain but critical.
The importance of having a contingency plan in place is emphasized.
The hosts express skepticism about the current leadership's effectiveness.
Game predictions reflect the hosts' concerns about team performance.
The conversation highlights the need for a proactive approach in athletics.
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"I need you out."
"I think we're gonna lose."
“Two out of three ain’t bad.”
“Thanks Brent!”
“It’s too stupid of a deal to just be incompetence.”
“They literally couldn’t talk about Blueprint without Blueprint’s approval.”
“Beavs are playing defense really poorly right now.”
“Barnes’s move is to save whatever face can still be saved.”
“You can’t build trust behind NDAs and silence.”
“If you’re gonna take that job, you better be ready for the heat.”
“The timelines for us are really fucked up right now.”
“This fan base isn’t settling down anytime soon.”
“It’s a pattern of incompetence, not a coincidence.”