Grading the Cougs
Quarterbacks: D-
Setting up wideouts to get hit over the middle, failure to carry the offense – a theme has developed.
Running backs: B-
Sure, the yards are nice … but if the team can’t score and the ball hits the ground, what good is it?
Wide receivers: D+
Losing Bumpus ended up hurting as no others could play in Hill’s stratosphere. Seven Cougars caught one pass each.
Offensive line: B-
Solid, not spectacular – just the way an offensive line usually likes it.
Defensive line, linebackers, secondary: All D-
Bad, bad and bad.
Special teams: B
The bright spot, keeping Reggie Bush in check. Would be even better were it not for a blocked PAT.
Coaching: D
WSU wasn’t going to beat this team. That doesn’t excuse a poor plan.