Peyton Pelluer says WSU defense knew what to expect from Gage Gubrud
The Cougars knew the first-time starting QB would want to run the ball for the Eagles.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 3, 2016
Jamal Morrow is thinking about Deja Vu
The WSU running back says the Cougars had trouble responding against the Eagles.
Isaac Dotson says WSU must shift its focus to Boise State 2
"We've still got a lot of football left."
Gabe Marks says this is not last year's team 2
The Cougars are not guaranteed of a bounceback from their season-opening loss, says Gabe Marks.
Mike Leach talks about WSU's loss to Eastern Washington
Mike Leach says a lack of execution cost the Cougars against EWU.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 1, 2016
Ken Wilson says Jahad Woods will dress and could play on Saturday
The true freshman has impressed at linebacker.
JaMarcus Shephard says freshmen should be ready to play
Just because players are playing in Thursday Night Football scrimmages does not mean they cannot contribute this season.
Renard Bell dazzles during WSU's Thursday Night scrimmage
The freshman receiver drew praise from offensive and defensive coaches after practice.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 31, 2016
WSU game notes for Eastern Washington
Courtesy of WSU Athletics
WSU football chat (transcript) 1
Everything said during Wednesday morning's WSU football chat.
TUESDAY, AUG. 30, 2016
Ken Wilson says Eastern Washington reminds him of the Air Raid
There are some similarities between the WSU and EWU offenses.
Mike Leach is excited to start game planning
The WSU coach wishes college football had a preseason game.
SUNDAY, AUG. 28, 2016
Mike Leach has mixed feelings about an international trip
The WSU coach talks to the media after Saturday's practice.
THURSDAY, AUG. 25, 2016
C.J. Dimry dominates first Thursday Night Football of 2016
At 6-foot-5, 201-pounds wide receiver C.J. Dimry presents a matchup issue for almost any defensive back. So what chance do the true freshmen have?
Mike Leach says initial indication is Shalom Luani was attacked
."The initial fact-finding thing sounds like he got jumped by three people, but we'll wait until it unfolds," says WSU coach Mike Leach.
Eric Mele breaks down the punt game
The WSU special teams coordinator gives some insight into the Cougars punting game.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 24, 2016
WSU football chat (transcript)
Everything said during this morning's WSU football chat.
TUESDAY, AUG. 23, 2016
Jamal Morrow says the Cougars are excited to play somebody else
With just a few practices left before the season-opener, the Cougars are ready for a new opponent.
Parker Henry says Cougars are more businesslike
The WSU nickel talks about how the team stays fresh during practices, and how the approach has changed since last season.
Gabe Marks does not care about regional rivalries
Eastern Washington or Eastern Alaska, it's all the same to WSU receiver Gabe Marks.
Mike Leach says WSU Cougars have true confidence
Last year the Cougars were optimistic, not confident, says the head coach.
SATURDAY, AUG. 20, 2016
WSU scrimmage stats
Full stats from Washington State's Saturday scrimmage.
Riley Sorenson shares WSU's o-line surprise
The Washington State center talks about what to expect from the veteran group.
Joe Salave'a on defensive line depth
The WSU defensive line coach talks about Nnamdi Oguayo's early impact.
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