The Oregon State Beavers start the 2024 season Aug. 31 at home against Idaho State. The Oregonian/OregonLive will count down the days with mini-profiles of prominent former and current Beavers whose jersey numbers correspond with the days remaining until the opening kickoff.
Today, No. 14: Quarterback Derek Anderson, cornerback Jordan Poyer, running back Earnel Durden, and quarterback Steve Preece.
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Derek Anderson
Bio: Oregon State recruited Anderson out of Scappoose High School, where he led the program to a 3A state championship. As a senior, Anderson was named the state’s player of the year in football and basketball.
Key statistics: Anderson destroyed OSU’s passing record books during his four seasons with the Beavers.
As a freshman in 2001, Anderson backed up Jonathan Smith before taking over as the starter in 2002.
That season, he passed for 3,313 yards (fifth all-time at OSU) and 25 touchdowns (tied, fourth).
In 2003, Anderson put up 4,058 yards (second all-time) …