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Author: Nick Lilja

Lilja is long-time sports journalist - working in sports media for a decade utilizing every medium. His work has been recognized by multiple organizations. Most recently, in 2009, he was awarded the "Best Sports Column" by SPJ in the state of Oregon. In 2008, he was recognized as the "Best Columnist” by Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. He earned his undergraduate degree in Earth Science from Oregon State University and his Masters in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University.

Top 25 NFL WR’s

1. Randy Moss, New England Patriots 2. Steve Smith, Carolina Panthers 3. Andre Johnson, Houston Texans 4. Terrell Owens , Dallas Cowboys 5. Reggie Wayne , Indianapolis Colts 6. Braylon Edwards, Cleveland Browns 7. Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals 8. Anquan […]

Live Blogging Coming…

This is a test of the new “Live Blogging” section on The [Five]. During the next few months check here for live blogging of certain Oregon State games and events. Live Blogging on The [Five] will feature pre-game notes, live […]

Hangin ’em up

I usually try to stay home with columns. Keep it Beaver. But yesterday the NFL said goodbye to someone, and they deserve to be acknowledged. The NFL said goodbye to a hero and a leader. A man amongst boys and […]

Perfect

It’s the old saying: Practice makes perfect. But does it really? Who’s perfect? Nolan Ryan and Walter Johnson might be the best pitchers ever, but were they ever perfect? Sure they threw no hitters and shut-outs but does that mean […]

Beavers trip, fall to Washington

To say tensions were high was to call a stoner worthless. Unnecessary. Both coaches have probably never seen anything like it before. Fans are probably in the same boat. Either way, Washington took out Oregon State 97-59 Saturday night. This […]