Document text
0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Home News Latest Stories Medford could adopt pot tax before election Emergency services Phoenix, Jacksonville make 'safest cities' list Ashland High School alumnus gives $650,000 toward field Pages from History Crime, Courts and Emergency Services Emergency services Central Point police make arrest in assault with pipe California man sentenced for gun trafficking Medford police offer citizens' academy Medford Fire-Rescue hosts open house Politics and Elections Falls: Jackson County sheriff's race isn't over Former sheriff calls Winters' retirement decision 'very wise' Will 'GMO effect' shape election? Dotterrer-Bates Senate race goes negative? Election officials fine Richardson for late reporting of rent-free home Education State mandates eye exams for kids 7 and younger Eagle Point School District goes silent on gun issue SOU's first governing board appointed Showing their peers how it's done McLoughlin middle-schoolers do their part for Weed Environment Wagner Creek work would restore streambank Deer-killing disease won't taint meat for hunters Marijuana growers are threat to salmon, biologists conclude Green home helps keep life simple Treatment plant scrutinized for algae growth in Rogue River State news Nation - World Obituaries J.T. Hamilton Leonard Arthur Dalbec Linda M. Brodie Mary Realini Donald E. Nuckles Weather Photo Galleries Since You Asked Videos Web Cams Mail Tribune 100 Sports Latest Stories Drag strip ownership signs new lease Harvick shatters Kansas record to capture pole Ashland High School alumnus gives $650,000 toward field US women reach semis with rout of France Beavers, Buffs ready for another possible shootout Varsity 541 College Sports Beavers, Buffs ready for another possible shootout NCAA needs to drop rule on celebrations Autzen Upset Raiders rally for win over Northwest Beavers unble to get ground game going Pro Sports Harvick shatters Kansas record to capture pole A’s Beane defends deals he made Seahawks QB Wilson: ‘I used to beat people up’ Royals top Angels on Moustakas homer Peppers, Packers overwhlem Vikings Community Sports Business Latest Stories Pallet Wine Co. expands in downtown Medford Blog: Autumn Has Arrived! Blog: Buffett buys into auto retailing � la Lithia Motors Harry & David netted $9 million in fiscal 2014 Founders of Downtown ART+SOUND event honored by foundation Real Estate News Pallet Wine Co. expands in downtown Medford Medford's Pixel Productions moves to new quarters Tenants begin moving into One West Main Purchasers praise Harry & David's turnaround Historic building owners get lessons in restoration People In Business Transportation Agriculture Pallet Wine Co. expands in downtown Medford Purchasers praise Harry & David's turnaround Opinion Latest Granlund cartoon: National Newspaper Week Our View: Equal rights measure is unnecessary Letters to the Editor, Oct. 3 Michael Gerson: Two cheers for Obama, not three Matthew T. Mangino: Rape kit backlog creates problems Editorials Our View: Equal rights measure is unnecessary Our View: Food labeling measure is a reasonable step Our View: 'Negative' is in the eye of the beholder Letters to the Editor, Sept. 29 Our View: Winters continues to be invisible Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor, Oct. 3 Letters to the Editor, Oct. 2 Letters to the Editor, Oct. 1 Letters to the Editor, Sept. 30 Letters to the Editor, Sept. 28 Guest Opinions Is Ashland taking over Jackson County elections? Birds sound the alarm on climate change Manor residents give in many ways Transparency is essential in O&C debate Hazardous fuel treatments vital to protection from severe wildfires Lifestyle Latest stories Community blog: "What Most People Really Need is a Good Listening to..." Mary Lou Casey Dr. Jeff Hersh: Ringworm is a very common infection Dr. Murray Feingold: Memory loss and aging Local bass champ looks to continue his rise Runners Corner: Most-wanted list for runners Food Community blog: Fermented or brined, pickles are paramount The Fermentista’s Kitchen A slaw by any other name would be ... cabbage salad Restaurant Inspections Community blog: Keep salmon succulent by smoking, poaching Home and Garden Fall is a good time to plant certain perennials Start now for a bowl of winter sunshine Counting the reasons to keep your eating local Medford gardens to be showcased Saturday Trees aren't always the best companions for plants Health Community blog: "What Most People Really Need is a Good Listening to..." Mary Lou Casey Dr. Jeff Hersh: Ringworm is a very common infection Dr. Murray Feingold: Memory loss and aging Runners Corner: Most-wanted list for runners Community blog: Taking Responsibility - Will It Make Us Healthier? Hiking Biking Faith Religion Briefs Religion briefs First Church of Nazarene plans cleanup Religion briefs Religion Briefs Milestones and Achievements Still stifling laughter 40 years after 'Young Frankenstein' New Arrivals Wedding New Arrivals Barbecue will support treatment for stricken skateboarder Columnist for a Day Rogue Healthy Aging Tempo Latest stories Asian cuisine for all seasons at Misoya Bistro Leftover Salmon plays Applegate Lodge Ages and Ages plays the Imperial Ballroom Rogue Valley Symphony opens its 2014-15 season Southern Oregon Pride Festival celebrates diversity Theater Randall Theatre presents 'Blithe Spirit' A tribute to a great lyricist 'Mrs. Mannerly' is a matter of manners There's no accounting for poor manners Friends of Jim Giancarlo remember Ashland theater icon Music Leftover Salmon plays Applegate Lodge Ages and Ages plays the Imperial Ballroom The Farr Side: Bennett-Gaga collaboration is a cross-generational gem Rogue Valley Symphony opens its 2014-15 season Blues duo releases 'Over the Moon' Community Events Southern Oregon Pride Festival celebrates diversity Greater Medford Multicultural Fair Volunteers needed for Downtown Art + Sound Medford's Third Fridays Downtown Art + Sound Festival Dining Asian cuisine for all seasons at Misoya Bistro Spoons 'Get Giddy' at Porters Jacksonville's Thai House is everything good Thai should be Ami Sushi serves up Asian dishes Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » Obituaries Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Magazines & Special Sections NEWS NOW Wagner Creek work would restore streambank ... Central Point police make arrest in assault with pipe ... State warns that fire danger is still a threat ... Wagner Creek work would restore streambank ... Central Point police make arrest in assault with pipe ... State warns that fire danger is still a threat ... COLLEGE FOOTBALL Oregon State receivers aim to 'grow up' By Connor Letourneau The Oregonian MailTribune.com By Connor Letourneau The Oregonian Posted Sep. 2, 2014 @ 8:39 pm Updated Sep 3, 2014 at 7:23 AM By Connor Letourneau The Oregonian Posted Sep. 2, 2014 @ 8:39 pm Updated Sep 3, 2014 at 7:23 AM --> OREGON ST. AT HAWAII WHEN, WHERE: Saturday, 7:30 p.m., at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. TV/RADIO: CBS Sports Network, WOLF (105.1-FM). ... » Read more X OREGON ST. AT HAWAII WHEN, WHERE: Saturday, 7:30 p.m., at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. TV/RADIO: CBS Sports Network, WOLF (105.1-FM). » Social News CORVALLIS — Throughout fall camp, Brent Brennan peppered his inexperienced wide receivers with the same two words:"grow up." A quick maturation was the only way to take pressure off junior Richard Mullaney, sophomore Victor Bolden and the tight ends, the Oregon State assistant figured. Malik Gilmore, Hunter Jarmon, Jordan Villamin and others needed to limit miscues and embrace opportunity. A week into the Beavers' 2014 campaign, "grow up" hasn't left Brennan's vocabulary. Though film of Saturday's win over Portland State confirmed that the wideouts performed "OK," Brennan surmised, the box score highlighted areas of improvement. Gilmore, Jarmon and Villamin, three candidates for key roles this season, did not record stats against the Vikings. That's partly due to the game's flow, of course. But it's worth noting that Gilmore, Jarmon and Villamin were seldom open Saturday. Sean Mannion, a veteran quarterback with a knack for targeting the best available option, only threw to the trio once. Late in the second quarter, a pass intended for Gilmore fell incomplete. Slotback, where Gilmore and Jarmon traded first-team reps much of camp, is the Beavers' lone remaining spot with no clear starter. Brennan had hoped on-field performance Saturday would determine a winner. Without any production to judge, though, the competition is leaking into Week 2. At Hawaii on Saturday, Jarmon will again rotate in after Gilmore. "I'd really like to see somebody just step up and take it over," Brennan said. "I think that's what we're all hoping for, and I don't think that's been done." Still, he is hardly ready to panic about a receivers group that entered the season opener with just one player — Mullaney — boasting more than two career starts. Gilmore, Jarmon and Villamin are still adjusting to the Pac-12 stage, Mullaney said. Strides will come naturally as they grow more comfortable. OSU totaled 328 receiving yards Saturday, a mark that ranked 23rd nationally in college football's first week. Tight end Connor Hamlett proved a reliable target, hauling in five catches for 86 yards. Mullaney, running back Terron Ward and Bolden were solid complements with 55, 53 and 52 yards, respectively. Who catches the passes is unimportant, Brennan noted. It's about being productive, even if running backs and tight ends are repeatedly among the top receivers. Yet he understands that the young wideouts' development is critical. As weeks pass, opponents' game plans will evolve. The Beavers will then adjust their offensive approach, a sort of reinventing made easier when Mannion can utilize his entire receiving corps. "Sean has great confidence in Hunter, Malik and all those young guys," offensive coordinator John Garrett said. "All of the practice reps, those are just going to stockpile and it'll translate over to the game." Brennan realizes as much. But don't expect "grow up" to leave his vocabulary until young wideouts get open on Saturdays. By Connor Letourneau The Oregonian MailTribune.com By Connor Letourneau The Oregonian Posted Sep. 2, 2014 @ 8:39 pm Updated Sep 3, 2014 at 7:23 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. fantasy football Marshall Must Be in Fantasy Lineups Despite Ankle Oct. 3, 2014 at 11:41 pm Picking Winners and Fantasy Stars for Upcoming Games Oct. 3, 2014 at 6:37 pm Ben Tate's Fantasy Expectations Must Be Tempered in Week 5 Oct. 3, 2014 at 5:31 pm Week 5 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Oct. 3, 2014 at 12:00 pm Week 5 Fantasy Projections for Players with Matchups We Love Oct. 3, 2014 at 12:00 pm Must-Start Fantasy Players of Week 5 Oct. 3, 2014 at 9:00 am calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2014 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501