Cameron Ward held his head up toward the sky, an opportunity slipping through his hands like a fine mist. Washington State’s junior quarterback looked to the sideline, wishing he could have back the easy touchdown pass he had just missed, a real chance to start pulling away from season-opening foe Colorado State.
Washington State's defense took command and the offense found its groove, leading to a 50-24 rout of Colorado State at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins, Colorado on Saturday.