Big plays drop WSU
COUGARS We're done for the evening. We've got the unedited version of our game story on the jump. We also have added a couple of notebook items. That's it. Read on.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 5, 2009
Idaho makes it a memorable opener
Well, well. Some folks might have expected Idaho to fare well in its opener. But who could have guessed the Vandals would come out firing like they did at New Mexico State? A three-touchdown lead turned into a 21-6 win — and the first season-opening…
Jones makes impressive debut as Eagles roll
Eastern Washington's offense opened the 2009 college football season in spectacular fashion Saturday, getting an 87-yard touchdown run from sophomore Taiwan Jones on its first play from scrimmage.The Eagles went on to defeat NCAA Division II Western Oregon 35-14 at Woodward Field and did some…
Stanford stops WSU 39-13
COUGARS Though it got close at times, this one was really never in doubt as WSU struggled to move the ball in key moments and Stanford made all the big plays. We'll be back in a couple hours with our post, but until then feel…
WSU trails 22-3 at the half
COUGARS Halftime and the Cougars trail by 19, if my math is right – and it better be or someone will complain. Last year at the half it was 31-0, so there has been a 12-point improvement. Read on for thoughts on the first half.
Clean slate for Vandals
All the preseason talk, the speculation, the questions — they can finally be put to rest. The first Saturday of the season is here, and the Vandals aren’t looking at just a run-of-the-mill opener. No, this one holds some weight. Read on for thoughts on…
Pregame look at WSU and Stanford
COUGARS • UPDATE: 2:25 P.M. Clouds are starting to gather around Martin Stadium. Literally, not figuratively. Hope it doesn't rain on those folks tailgating over by Beasley. Don't want to ruin their experience. For our thoughts on whether the game will ruin it or enhance…
Late breaking links for WSU, Pac-10
COUGARS Hope you don't mind that I took my time this morning. I read a little more than I usually do just so I would have an idea of what's going on today around the conference. Plus I slept in a little. It can be…
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