Washington State's defensive front seven excelled during Sunday's practice, the linemen in particular. That's good news for the Cougars.

WSU has to replace some key players along the defensive line and that unit could hold the keys to the defense's success in 2015. That's the thrust of our story in today's paper. We also have a more general report from yesterday's practice on the blog, as well as post-practice videos of Mike Leach, Roy Manning, Joe Salave'a, Daniel Ekuale, Darryl Paulo and Tyler Baker. We also have a video from Saturday's practice of Salave'a putting the defensive linemen through their paces.

Cougar broadcasters Jason Gesser and Matt Chazanow have another podcast that includes interviews and analysis from practice. There is also this WSU season preview and a practice report from the team website.

For those interested and available, the Pac-12 Networks will show a one-hour condensed version of WSU's win over Oregon State from last season.

And check out these links from around the conference:

-- Dwayne Washington will need to have a big year for Washington to have any hope on offense.

-- Arizona is already dealing with injuries.

-- And the Ducks may not have talented running back Thomas Tyner at all this season.

-- But stud Oregon State offensive lineman Isaac Seumalo is healthy.

-- Quarterback play will determine whether UCLA is good or great this year.

-- Here's a barrel full of notes from USC's first practice.

-- There is plenty of opportunity for new receivers to make an impact at Utah.

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