Beavers wonder if WR Gwacham has arrived

John Baker
Writer
April 23, 2012

One of the exciting developments in Oregon State's spring campaign has been the emergence of Obum Gwacham from track stud to football impact player. The wide receiver is a 7-foot high jumper, but has made little impact on the football team until this spring. Now, the 6-5, 224-pounder is making football plays that only someone with his athleticism can make.

Markus Wheaton is a known entity, but beyond that the Beavers are a receiving mystery. Coach Mike Riley said that Gwacham has "made a ton of plays" during the spring and has stepped in for the injured-again Jordan Bishop to get reps at several positions. Gwacham's size, speed and ability to get off the ground make him an intriguing addition to this offense.