Oregon State WR Trent Walker Jr. Enters Transfer Portal After Standout Career
Another big name is on the move in college football’s ever-active transfer portal - and this one hits home for Oregon State fans. Wide receiver Trent Walker Jr., one of the most productive players in recent Beavers history, announced Tuesday that he’s entering the portal with one year of eligibility remaining.
Walker just wrapped up his redshirt senior season, but he’s not done yet. The former walk-on turned star pass-catcher plans to apply for a waiver to play one more year, citing that he’s only logged three full seasons on the field for OSU (2023, 2024, 2025). If granted, that extra year could be a game-changer - not just for Walker, but for whichever program lands him.
Let’s talk about the numbers, because they tell the story of a player who climbed the ladder the hard way and left a mark doing it. This past season, Walker hauled in 68 receptions for 823 yards and two touchdowns.
Solid production, especially considering the shifting dynamics around the Oregon State program. But his best statistical year came in 2024, when he led the team with 81 catches for 901 yards - a true go-to option in the Beavers’ offense.
Over the course of his career, Walker racked up 154 receptions for 1,790 yards. That puts him ninth all-time in school history in receptions and 17th in receiving yards - not bad for a guy who started out without a scholarship. His consistency, route-running, and ability to find soft spots in coverage made him a reliable target no matter who was under center.
In a heartfelt message posted to social media, Walker thanked Oregon State and Beaver Nation for their support during his journey.
“From starting out as a walk-on to becoming the player I am today, I know none of this would have been possible without my current and former teammates, coaches, and everyone who makes this program what it is,” he wrote. “Oregon State has, and always will mean everything to me. With that being said, after a great amount of thoughts and prayers, I have decided that it is best for my family and I to move on.”
Walker’s departure doesn’t come entirely out of the blue. He was one of several players who voiced frustration following the midseason firing of former head coach Trent Bray back in October. That move clearly left a mark on the locker room, and now, with the transfer portal officially opening on January 2, we’re starting to see the ripple effects.
For Oregon State, losing Walker means saying goodbye to a leader and a steady presence in the receiver room. For Walker, it’s a chance to finish his college career on his terms - potentially with a new team, a new offense, and a fresh opportunity to showcase his skills on a bigger stage.
The portal window runs through January 16, and Walker’s name will be one to watch closely. He’s got the resume, the experience, and the hunger. Now, it’s just a matter of where he lands next.