OSU release – CORVALLIS – The Oregon State football team will welcome fans back to Reser Stadium for a free, open scrimmage, Saturday, August 21. Gates for the event will open at 10:30 a.m., with action beginning at approximately 11 a.m. Fans will get their first look at what fourth-year head coach Jonathan Smith has assembled for 2021. The roster includes 17 returning starters, including first-team all conference selections Nathan Eldridge and Avery Roberts. There is no ticket required for the event. Fans are asked to enter through Gate B on the east side of the stadium. The clear bag policy will be in effect, as at all Oregon State home events. Fans can purchase concessions in the venue, and must follow all local health protocols while attending the open scrimmage. The Beavers open the season Sept. 4 at Purdue, before returning to Reser Stadium. Oregon State will play in front of home fans for the first time in 665 days when they host Hawai’i, Sept. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets for the 2021 season are on sale now, and fans can re-join the Beavers at Reser Stadium by calling 1-800-GO-BEAVS or visiting BeaverTickets.com.