OSU legend Ken Simonton on USC memories, Jonathan Smith, Pac-12 realignment

In 2000, Oregon State welcomed USC into Corvallis and upset the Trojans 31-21 behind 234 yards rushing from star tailback Ken Simonton. More than two decades later, Simonton is a federal investigator for the Department of Labor and a youth track coach in his hometown, but he will be closely watching the Beavers game against the seventh-ranked Trojans on Saturday. This week on Sports by Northwest, the Beavers legend joined columnist Bill Oram to discuss this weekend’s game and to reflect on his career in Corvallis. His 5,044 career rushing yards remain a school record. Here are some highlights from the show: · His memories of beating USC in 2000 · The reason he wanted to be on the sidelines for Oregon State’s game at Fresno State and not in the stands · How close he came to attending USC instead of Oregon State · Why he is upset with USC and UCLA for bolting for the Big Ten · His prediction for Saturday’s game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices