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Washington State preparing for home opener against Duquesne on Saturday

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Washington State preparing for home opener against Duquesne on Saturday

Summary

Washington State University hosts FCS Duquesne this Saturday, seeking their first win of the season. The Cougars enter the matchup with two consecutive losses, ranking last nationally in scoring offense with 8.5 points per game. Starting quarterback Caden Pinnick faces pressure after a difficult start to his FBS career. WSU hopes to improve on third downs and generate a successful rushing attack against a struggling Dukes defense that allows over 314 rushing yards per game. The return of cornerbacks Khamari Terrell and Jalil Tucker from injury is a positive development for the Cougars' defense.

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By the Numbers

•WSU has lost its first two games, marking a decade's first.
•Caden Pinnick aims to lead a struggling offense against Duquesne.
•Cougars rank last in FBS in scoring and third-down conversions.
•Duquesne allows 314 rushing yards per game, presenting an opportunity for WSU.
•Key defensive players Khamari Terrell and Jalil Tucker expected to return.

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2:02 AMYahoo Sports — WSU ready to notch first win of Kirby Moore era in home-opener against FCS Duquesne

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Sep. 18—PULLMAN — In the third week of his FBS career, Caden Pinnick finds himself in a precarious position. As Washington State's starting quarterback, he has all kinds of eyeballs on him, and he's standing on a stage he never has before. Last week, after his WSU squad dropped a blowout decision to Kansas State, he wasn't quite ready to process things. That prompted him to dish out curt ...
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