Washington and Washington State meet for 118th Apple Cup at Husky Stadium

Washington hosts Washington State at Husky Stadium today for the 118th Apple Cup to open the 2026 college football season. The Cougars enter the matchup with a significantly overhauled offensive roster that features only four returning starters from the previous season. New head coach Kirby Moore will look to integrated transfers, including quarterback Caden Pinnick and wide receivers Daniel Blood and Tank Hawkins Jr., to bolster a unit that previously struggled against the Huskies. Washington defensive coordinator Ryan Walters expects a feeling out process during the first quarter as the Huskies prepare to face a new offensive scheme and supporting cast. While Washington State has not released an official depth chart, the team plans to solidify its personnel rotations following this opening week contest.

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