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A string of mistakes and a fourth-quarter offensive collapse resulted in a stunning loss for Washington State, which led No. 18 Virginia for most of the game before suffering a massive meltdown.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Washington State offensive tackle Christian Hilborn is set to miss a second straight game.

About 10 days ago, the Washington State Cougars could look at their football schedule and see their next two opponents had yet to lose a game in their Power Four conference.

No. 18 Virginia outscores Washington State 12-0 in fourth quarter to survive upset bid.

Generally speaking, Washington State players should like where they are at the moment. Their offense is finding a rhythm. Their defense is establishing itself as a force. They might not have been able to take down an SEC power last week, but being in position to do so in crunch time speaks volumes.

Here is what to watch for when Washington State takes on No. 18 Virginia, set for 3:30 p.m. PT (6:30 p.m. local time) on The CW.

As Washington State prepares for another test this weekend, with a road matchup across the country against No. 18 Virginia , the Cougars are switching up their travel habits.

PULLMAN – Tony Freeman could sense the anticipation in his teammates’ eyes, the screams of excitement they were about to unleash. He just had to keep them waiting for another minute, another moment before his life changed forever.

PULLMAN — In the wake of Christian Hilborn’s injury, which could cost Washington State a veteran presence on its offensive line ahead of a key road test, a new world might be emerging.

PULLMAN – Jimmy Rogers could only manage a halfhearted smile, a chuckle at how south things have gone. It was Monday afternoon, and seated at a table at his weekly news conference, Washington State’s head coach was talking about one of his team’s bigger issues.

PULLMAN – If there’s any chance Washington State veteran offensive lineman Christian Hilborn misses more time, coach Jimmy Rogers isn’t letting on about it.