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The first quarter had just ended.

Pac-12 holdovers Washington State and Oregon State meet up in Corvallis for first of two matchups this season.

PORTLAND – Washington State’s offense has shown waves of inconsistency throughout its last two games.

PORTLAND – Here is what to watch for when Washington State takes on Oregon State at 4:30 p.m. Saturday on CBS.

PORTLAND, Ore. – Jimmy Rogers shook his head and raised his eyebrows, his competitive nature bubbling to the surface. Washington State’s head man was only a couple minutes into his weekly news conference Monday, and he was talking about his group’s road test against Oregon State this weekend.

PORTLAND – Washington State keeps heating up in the recruiting department.

PULLMAN – An Outlook email notification saved Jonny Lester’s football life. It was last winter, and a few weeks after Washington State wrapped up the regular season, Lester felt a bit confused. He had been promised a scholarship by coach Jake Dickert, who said he would deliver it the following spring, when spots opened up.

PULLMAN – When he talks, Jack Janikowski comes across as thoughtful. He chooses his words carefully, like he is speaking in front of the United Nations, not like he is discussing his role on Washington State’s defensive line. He is articulate and intentional, eager to talk about the things that matter to him.

PULLMAN – Washington State isn’t slowing down on the recruiting trail.

PULLMAN – Exactly two weeks ago, Jimmy Rogers sat inside the Cougar Football Complex, offered a wry smile and acknowledged one of his Washington State team’s biggest weaknesses.

Utah to Las Vegas as wobbly Arizona approaches the tipping point.