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Grading the cougars: D+

The Spokesman-Review

Quarterback: F

Six interceptions by the starter, another by the backup. There is no other grade.

Running backs: D+

No holes early, but a big fumble and some missed pass blocks hurt. Two TD runs.

Receivers: B-

Some great catches were offset by a few too many drops.

Offensive line: D-

The OSU front overwhelmed them all night.

Defensive line: C

Little penetration and a loss of gap control led to some big gains.

Linebackers: B-

Evans played his best game of his career, but there were holes in pass coverage.

Defensive backs: D+

Only some poor throws kept this from being a bigger rout.

Special teams: C-

A fake punt that failed was offset by another good punting night and a field goal.

Coaching: D+

The turnovers can’t be laid here, although some other failings can.