The Beavers lost in frustrating fashion Saturday night against the Washington State Cougars 35-31, after blowing a 24-6 halftime lead. There are many reasons why they lost this game in the second half, but perhaps one of the biggest is lack of discipline.
Oregon State finished the game with 13 penalties for 110 yards. Every single time it looked like the Beavers were going to make a drive downfield there seemed to be multiple holding or false start penalties. On the defensive end, multiple offsides penalties. These are the penalties that drive coaches insane.
What’s even more frustrating is the timing of these penalties.