UO at WSU: Halftime

COUGARS

The final line of this post is: Just ask UCLA - or Washington.

Despite two turnovers, despite losing two starting defensive linemen to injuries, despite having an extra point blocked, the Cougars had one of better halves of the season.

Especially on the defensive side. Once again the D is carrying the load. Eric Frampton, Mkristo Bruce, the linebackers, they’ve combined to limit the Ducks to just one long drive and a field goal.

The offense, if not flawless, at least not flaw-full (is that a word or a meal?). Jed Collins, who came to WSU as a linebacker and is the Cougs’ only healthy tight end, is the best offensive player on the field. Jason Hill has gotten free for a couple of key catches.

So the Cougs lead 13-3 and have the 16th-ranked team on the ropes at halftime.

Teams are ranked because they are good, and because they don’t quit. So can WSU hold on?

It isn’t easy finishing an upset …