Eastern Washington football conducts final preseason scrimmage ahead of opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
College SportsEastern Washington football conducted its last preseason scrimmage on August 22, taking place in extreme heat on the back practice fields. Several starters sat out, allowing younger players like Drew Carlson to shine with four catches for 95 yards and two touchdowns. Head coach Aaron Best expects redshirt junior Nate Bell to start at quarterback in next week's opener against Northern Arizona. The Eagles aim to improve their rushing game, finishing last season ranked 11th in the Big Sky in rushing yards per game. Freshman players are expected to impact the roster under the new NCAA rule allowing true freshmen to play immediately.
- •Drew Carlson shines with two touchdowns in scrimmage
- •Nate Bell expected to start at quarterback for season opener
- •Eagles looking to improve rushing attack with returning linemen
- •Freshmen players likely to contribute this season
- •Preseason scrimmage held in 100-degree heat
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"Aug. 22—While construction crews worked to finish up the track around Roos Field, the Eastern Washington football team conducted its last preseason scrimmage on Friday afternoon on the back practice fields in 100-degree heat. Just one week from their season opener, a number of starters did not play in the scrimmage, leaving opportunities for players like Drew Carlson, who made four catches for ...
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