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Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 23): Cougars don’t ‘flinch’ as season’s first snow arrives on Palouse

Fri., Oct. 23, 2020

One way or the other, in mid-October or late-November, Mother Nature was bound to interfere with Washington State's late-starting 2020 football season.

Washington State mailbag: Gauging the progress of new offensive/defensive systems in Pullman, and how will uniforms be chosen this year?

Thu., Oct. 22, 2020

Given what we saw last year from Washington State’s defense, it would be almost preposterous to think that group would be a step ahead of the highly productive offense come Nov. 7, when the Cougars open the season at Oregon State.

Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 21): Willie Taylor III is on the move again, thriving at new ‘Edge’ position

Wed., Oct. 21, 2020

Willie Taylor III finds himself at a new position for Washington State this fall. It’s probably best he doesn’t get too comfortable.

Former Washington State star Klay Thompson agrees to virtual hangout with dying Warriors fan

Wed., Oct. 21, 2020

Klay Thompson took a break from his main priority this offseason – rehabilitating a torn ACL – to fulfill the last wish of a Golden State Warriors fan facing Stage 4 breast cancer.

Pac-12 narrows down kickoff times, TV selections for Washington State games against UW, USC

Tue., Oct. 20, 2020

Washington State still doesn’t know what time it will kick off the Nov. 7 season opener against Oregon State, but the Pac-12 Conference announced possible starting times and television slots for both of the Cougars’ Friday games later on in the year.

QBs Cammon Cooper, Jayden de Laura make solid impressions in Washington State’s first fall scrimmage

Sat., Oct. 17, 2020

Two years ago, even as Mike Leach attempted to keep the nature of Washington State's quarterback competition close to the vest, it wasn't a major surprise when Gardner Minshew trotted onto the field to take the first snaps of the season in Laramie, Wyoming.

Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 16): Jake Dickert targeting three things as he assumes defensive coordinator role

Fri., Oct. 16, 2020

Jahad Woods had one of the most impressive statistical feats by a Washington State football player not named Anthony Gordon last season, registering 141 tackles in 13 games.

Former Oklahoma State receiver, 4-star prospect CJ Moore becomes Washington State’s 18th commit

Fri., Oct. 16, 2020

Nearly two months ago, former Washington State wide receiver Tay Martin left the Cougars for Oklahoma State.

Four-star corner Ayden Hector, of Eastside Catholic, joins Washington State as walk-on

Fri., Oct. 16, 2020

A former four-star cornerback who planned to join Stanford’s football team before the school sought out information about his involvement as a witness in a police investigation is now at Washington State as a walk-on, a source close to the program confirmed to the The Spokesman-Review.

Washington State mailbag: What to make of Washington State’s new defense, and who’s calling the plays in Pullman?

Thu., Oct. 15, 2020

There are 1,500 words of mailbag goodness below , so rather than the normal introduction, let’s get right to the questions.

Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 15): Veteran offensive linemen embracing chance to learn from third position coach

Thu., Oct. 15, 2020

From 2013-16, the boys basketball team at Archbishop Murphy High mirrored a revolving door, with three head coaches in four years.

‘This is why I’m here.’ As high-profile Pac-12 players opted out, Washington State’s Max Borghi never wavered

Wed., Oct. 14, 2020

For about a month, Oregon football fans stumbled on one piece of crushing news after another whenever they opened social media. Or, it must have felt that way.

‘We’ve got size.’ Expectations, lineup have grown for Washington State in year No. 2 under Kyle Smith

Wed., Oct. 14, 2020

If Washington State's basketball team isn't able to improve on a 6-12 record in Pac-12 Conference play from last season, it probably won't be because the Cougars are repeatedly losing battles in the low post.

Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 12): Defense looking to change reputation after miscues in 2019

Mon., Oct. 12, 2020

Even with a national pandemic wedged between football seasons, most Washington State fans could still summon memories of the 2019 campaign and recite the moments that shaped Mike Leach’s eighth and final year with the Cougars.

‘Unique situation’: Washington State’s QB room may be the Pac-12’s least experienced, but the cupboard isn’t bare

Sun., Oct. 11, 2020

It may not be that Nick Rolovich didn’t understand the premise of the question. He just didn’t agree with it.

Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 10): Liam Ryan says player accountability key in new COVID-19 environment

Sat., Oct. 10, 2020

It may be harsh, it may be strange, it may be uncomfortable. Ultimately, it's the reality Liam Ryan and his Washington State teammates face as they approach arguably the most obscure college football season since the sport's inception in 1869.

Washington State preseason notes (Oct. 9): Seniors encouraged by NCAA eligibility decision; Joey Hobert stars on day 1

Fri., Oct. 9, 2020

Renard Bell and Justus Rogers are senior leaders on Washington State's football team whose voices and actions should carry a long way in the locker room this fall.

Washington State mailbag: How does quarterback mobility factor into Nick Rolovich’s run-and-shoot offense?

Thu., Oct. 8, 2020

As we deliver the mailbag to you this morning, the equipment staff at Washington State is polishing helmets, pumping air in footballs and making last-second accommodations as the Cougars prepare to open preseason camp in Pullman.

‘Why not us?’: Nine months after his hire, Nick Rolovich will (finally) take the field at Washington State

Wed., Oct. 7, 2020

On more than one occasion since he was hired at Washington State, Nick Rolovich has stated his admiration for the coaches who built the foundation, shaped the culture and stimulated the passion for the football program he inherited in January.

Transcript: Washington State’s Nick Rolovich talks 9 a.m. kickoffs, QBs, media poll in preseason webinar

Wed., Oct. 7, 2020

During a virtual Pac-12 Conference media event Wednesday, first-year Washington State coach Nick Rolovich discussed the impending season, including his thoughts on potential 9 a.m. kickoffs, the Cougars' quarterback competition, coaching amid unusual circumstances and WSU's place in the preseason media poll.