Five Portland State Vikings have been recognized on the Phil Steele Preseason All-Big Sky Teams, with wideout Cru Newman earning honors in three categories. Newman was named second-team kick returner and third-team all-purpose player and wideout after a standout 2025 season, where he amassed over 1,000 all-purpose yards. Joining him are Terence Loville, Delon Thompson, Tanner Beaman, and Brock Fleming, who received accolades for their contributions in receiving, rushing, and special teams. The honors come as the Vikings gear up for their first season under new head coach Chris Fisk, culminating in a preseason scrimmage this Saturday. The team opens its season hosting UC Davis on August 29.

By the Numbers
  • Cru Newman recorded 1,041 all-purpose yards last season, with four games exceeding 100 yards.
  • Terence Loville led the Vikings with 517 receiving yards, averaging 15.7 yards per catch.
  • Delon Thompson rushed for a team-high 662 yards, including a standout game with 184 yards against Cal Poly.
State of Play
  • The Vikings are currently in the first week of fall camp, focused on preparing for the upcoming season.
  • The team will practice in full pads for the first time on Wednesday ahead of their scrimmage.
  • Portland State鈥檚 opener against UC Davis will be on August 29 at Hillsboro Stadium.
What's Next

The Vikings will continue their preparation through fall camp, moving towards their first scrimmage. Following the scrimmage, they'll finalize strategies before facing a competitive UC Davis team. This season marks a critical transitional phase as they adapt under Coach Fisk鈥檚 leadership.

Bottom Line

The recognition of five Vikings on the All-Big Sky Teams underscores the team's potential this season. Portland State aims to build on last year's successes and foster growth under new coaching, marking a pivotal moment as they enter the competition with renewed energy.