WSU aims to rebound against Utah State after offensive struggles

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

WSU aims to rebound against Utah State after offensive struggles
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Washington State University prepares for a road game against Utah State on October 6. This marks WSU's first Pac-12 road contest of the season, following a 26-6 home loss to Fresno State where the Cougars failed to score an offensive touchdown. Coach Kirby Moore has taken over playcalling duties and indicated players will compete for the starting quarterback position in practice. Utah State enters the matchup with a record of 1-4 and ranks poorly in both scoring offense and defense.

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  • •WSU lost to Fresno State 26-6 in their last game.
  • •Moore took over playcalling from offensive coordinator Matt Miller.
  • •The Cougars are searching for improvement after multiple offensive setbacks.
  • •Utah State has a 1-4 record heading into the matchup.
  • •The game will be broadcast on The CW at 6 p.m. PT.
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  • 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — First look: As Cougars' offensive duties shift, WSU set for road test at Utah State on short week
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Oct. 5—PULLMAN — Here is a first look at Washington State's road game against Utah State on Friday evening. What is it? It's the first road Pac-12 contest of the season for WSU, which is trying to put a blowout home loss to Fresno State over the weekend in the rearview mirror. In that one, the Cougars failed to score an offensive touchdown for the second time this season, the first time this ...

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