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Sun Bowl: WSU vs. Central Michigan (Dec. 31, 2021)

WSU plays Central Michigan in the Sun Bowl.

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Fri., Dec. 31, 2021

Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) wearing sweats after sitting the second half, embraces wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) as time expires and WSU falls to the Central Michigan Chippewas during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars wide receiver Calvin Jackson Jr. (8) reacts as the Central Michigan Chippewas move the ball during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars defensive back Jackson Lataimua (30) reacts as he takes the field before during the first half of a college football game against the Central Michigan Chippewas on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas wide receiver Kalil Pimpleton (88) leaps over Washington State Cougars linebacker Francisco Mauigoa (51) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars defensive back Chau Smith-Wade (6) and linebacker Justus Rogers (37) wrap up Central Michigan Chippewas running back Lew Nichols III (7) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Gage Kreski (4) breaks up a pass intended for Washington State Cougars wide receiver Donovan Ollie (6) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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WSU receiver Travell Harris (1) runs the ball against Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Brian Edwards (0) uring the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) scrambles under pressure during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) scrambles under pressure from Central Michigan Chippewas defensive lineman LaQuan Johnson Jr. (11) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) is sacked by Central Michigan Chippewas defensive lineman Thomas Incoom (9) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) reacts after being sacked by Central Michigan Chippewas defensive lineman Thomas Incoom (9) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas wide receiver JaCorey Sullivan (11) reacts against WSU during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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A young Central Michigan Chippewas fan yawns from under an umbrella during a slow start to the first half of a college football game against the Washington State Cougars on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Daniel Richardson (10) throws against the Washington State Cougars during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas running back Lew Nichols III (7) collides with Washington State Cougars defensive back George Hicks III (18) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars defensive back George Hicks III (18) breaks up a pass intended for Central Michigan Chippewas wide receiver Kalil Pimpleton (88) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars defensive back Chau Smith-Wade (6) breaks up a pass intended for Central Michigan Chippewas wide receiver JaCorey Sullivan (11) during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas defensive coordinator Robb Akey reacts during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) and Central Michigan Chippewas defensive lineman Troy Hairston II (13) react between plays during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Central Michigan Chippewas defensive coordinator Robb Akey, right and head coach head coach Jim McElwain react during the first half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.

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Washington State Cougars head coach Jake Dickert reacts early during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Victor Gabalis (10) hands the ball off to running back Nakia Watson (25) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Victor Gabalis (10) throws during the second half of a college football game against Central Michigan on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Trey Jones (29) reacts after an incomplete pass to Washington State Cougars wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars running back Nakia Watson (25) runs through the Central Michigan Chippewas defense during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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WSU receiver Travell Harris runs the ball in for a touchdown during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars linebacker Travion Brown (82) reacts after he intercepted a Central Michigan Pass during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars linebacker Travion Brown (82) reacts after he intercepted a Central Michigan Pass during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars linebacker Travion Brown (82) reacts after he intercepted a Central Michigan Pass during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars’s defense swarms linebacker Travion Brown (82) on the bench after he intercepted a Central Michigan Pass during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) watches from the sidelines in sweats during the second half of a college football game against Central Michigan on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) dives into the end zone for a touchdown against Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Rolliann Sturkey (37) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) dives into the end zone for a touchdown against Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Rolliann Sturkey (37) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Rolliann Sturkey (37) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars linebacker Jahad Woods (13) and defensive end Brennan Jackson (80) collide with Central Michigan Chippewas running back Lew Nichols III (7) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars defensive back Chau Smith-Wade (6) and defensive back Armani Marsh (8) collide with Central Michigan Chippewas running back Darius Bracy (2) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Sun Bowl mascot Tony The Tiger’s fur is soaked with rain during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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A Central Michigan fan cheers for his team during the second half of a college football game against the Washington State Cougars on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars wide receiver Lincoln Victor (85) hauls in a touchdown pass over Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Alonzo McCoy (3) during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Victor Gabalis (10) is sacked by Central Michigan Chippewas defensive lineman Troy Hairston II (13) on WSU’s final drive of the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars defensive lineman Sam Carrell (92) defensive back Kaleb Ford-Dement (23) defensive back Chris Jackson (2) and defensive lineman Antonio Pule (96) react as WSU’s final drive against the Central Michigan Chippewas comes up short during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Central Michigan Chippewas linebacker Ke'Shon Parker (39) reacts as time expires and the Central Michigan Chippewas defeat WSU during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars quarterback Jayden de Laura (4) wearing sweats after sitting the second half, embraces wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) as time expires and WSU falls to the Central Michigan Chippewas during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars head coach Jake Dickert heads to the locker room as WSU falls to the Central Michigan Chippewas during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars running back Nakia Watson (25) shakes hands with Washington State Cougars offensive lineman Ma'ake Fifita (66) after falling to the Central Michigan Chippewas during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) wide receiver Joey Hobert (12) and quarterback Victor Gabalis (10) head to the locker room after falling to the Central Michigan Chippewas during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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The Central Michigan Chippewas hoist the Sun Bowl trophy after defeating the Washington State Cougars during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Central Michigan Chippewas defensive back Alonzo McCoy (3) hoists the Sun Bowl trophy after his team defeated WSU during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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Washington State Cougars defensive end Ron Stone Jr. (10) reacts as he holds the Jimmy Rogers Jr. trophy for most valuable lineman in the Sun Bowl following the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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The Central Michigan Chippewas hoist the Sun Bowl trophy after defeating the Washington State Cougars during the second half of a college football game on Friday, Dec 31, 2021, at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. The Central Michigan Chippewas won the game 24-21.

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