Oregon State Players Jaheim Patterson and Van Wells Ineligible for Fifth Season
Oregon State's Jaheim Patterson and Van Wells are no longer eligible for a fifth season with the team, despite practicing just days ago.
Portland, OR, August 21, 2026 —
Oregon State University football players Jaheim Patterson and Van Wells have been deemed ineligible for a fifth season of collegiate eligibility, a significant development that comes shortly after they were seen practicing with the team.
The exact reasons for their ineligibility were not immediately provided. The university has not released specific details regarding the circumstances that led to this decision.
Both Patterson and Wells were approaching the end of their eligibility for a potential fifth season. The news of their ineligibility means they will not be able to compete for the Beavers in the upcoming season, a decision that impacts the team’s roster as they prepare for future competitions.
The timing of the announcement, occurring just days after they participated in team practices, adds a layer of unexpectedness to the situation for both the players and the program. Further information regarding the specific NCAA or university policies that influenced this decision is expected to be released at a later time.
Story summarized from the original created by James Crepea on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.
