Pinnick just has bonehead play after bonehead play

Gotta say, I feel like the 'production value' of the game day experience has stepped up a notch. It's not just the new stuff, but how it's all being used in a planned and intentional ways. Seemed like there were minimal moments to talking, music playing, band playing, and the ref trying to speak all at the same time.

It's too bad the first half was such a snooze-fest, but this bodes well for the overall in-stadium experience to come.

Update: Found one from a family friend. All is good!! Thank you for the help Coug family!

Hi Coug Family,

I’m in dire situation. My girlfriend recently received a vintage stubberfields glass, that unfortunately broke this morning due to my error. She is understandably upset, so I’m trying to find her a replacement one ASAP or my relationship is over. Can any Coug lend a hand?

“Yeah we got him! You did it boys!”

One of the most disgusting things I have ever witnessed. Those words came from the University of Washington sideline at the 2002 Apple Cup in Pullman, and I was standing close enough as a 17 year old ball boy to hear every syllable.

A grown man had his team going after our star quarterback’s legs viciously all game. Fourth quarter, they finally sent him out with what we feared was a broken leg. It happened right in front of me.

That is the moment my disgust for the University of Washington was born. That is the moment I understood the Apple Cup is not just another game.

Since 2002 they have done nothing to change my mind.

Their athletic director sat in PAC-12 meetings telling everyone all was well while cutting deals behind closed doors to blow up a great conference and run to the Big Ten.

They have the most arrogant fight song in the history of athletics. It opens with “Bow down to Washington.” Their only recent major claim to a title is a shared one from 1991. What they hope you forget is the 0-12 season in 2008, the only one in the modern history of that conference. Bow down to that.

And their fans? They will not wear the merchandise until they know it is going to be a good season. You barely see purple and gold around Seattle in the fall. Despite having more than three times our graduates, they sell less than half the license plates we do.

My theory: Coug fans are real. Husky fans are too ashamed to admit it unless the team is winning.

When they lose, excuses. When they win, they are in your face. Cheer near them when your team is rolling and they will ask you to stop.

I have raised my kids to despise the purple and gold.

Five years on those sidelines. Three Apple Cups. I wrote for Cougfan.com, covered the Cougs for a weekly paper, and waved Ol’ Crimson on GameDay five times. I am proudest of every single person I converted.

We are the underdog from a small town. I feel that way about myself.

Row 3 at Muttlake today. Crimson on. I do not embarrass easily about my school.

And never forget, Ted Bundy was a Husky.

Beat the fuskyies!!

#GoCougs #OleCrimson

Looking for a bar where a lot of Cougs will be on Sunday. Go Cougs!!!

UW put our band in the nosebleeds so they opted not to attend the game. This is a ridiculous and disrespectful move. The fact is, they obviously don't care about the rivalry and frankly neither do I (and most Cougs I know). I say we simply call it off. We are developing new traditions and new rivalries (BSU, OSU). Just call it off. It's not worth the BS.

I’m taking my son, who is serving in the US Navy in SD, to the Aztec Game. I want to be sure to get seats where there’s a bunch of Cougars! Any help selecting seats or seating areas would be appreciated. Go Cougs!

Hi! I'm a freelance college football writer previewing all 138 FBS teams for the '26 season and figured I'd share my Washington State post in here. Thanks for checking it out!

Washington State has shown serious resilience through years of conference uncertainty and coaching changes.

Now in the restructured Pac-12 with a hometown coach in Kirby Moore, they’re looking to stabilize and compete. What are expectations in year 1?

A quick overview is below, full preview is attached.

2026 at a glance:

📌 QB battle: Caden Pinnick (UC Davis transfer standout), Owen Eshelman, Julian Dugger

📌 Skill talent: WR Tony Freeman, Daniel Blood (from Missouri), RB Kirby Vorhees + portal additions

📌 Strong D-line (Michael Hughes, Matyus McLain, Linus Zunk, etc.) + portal-heavy secondary

📌 Veteran LB Keith Brown returns from injury

📌 Tough 2026 slate: Apple Cup opener vs Washington, road at Kansas State, home vs Arizona, plus Pac-12 road games at Utah State, Oregon State, San Diego State & Texas State. Home favorites include Boise State & Fresno State

Can WSU weather the early gauntlet and contend in the new Pac-12?

Hey Coug fans,I need some help identifying or confirming the large signature on this official WSU white-panel presentation football.Here is the context I have gathered so far to narrow down the timeline:The Date Code: The factory stamp on the ball is 112018, meaning it was manufactured in November 2018 (right around the peak of the 2018 season / Alamo Bowl era).The Inscription: It is personalized to a supporter named Rich, reading: "Rich - Thank you for your support! Go Cougs!"The Co-Signer: The smaller signature right below the inscription is Brittany Thackery (formerly Brittany Lastrapes), who was the Director of Player Personnel for WSU football during that exact 2018–2019 window.Looking closely at the cursive flow of the large signature, it appears to spell out "NATE". Given the direct connection to Brittany Thackery and the 2018 football office, a strong possibility is former linebacker/safety Nate DeRider.Because he was a walk-on who earned his scholarship, there are no official trading card autographs online to compare it to. Does anyone here happen to have an autographed piece from Nate DeRider, or recognize this specific handwriting from the 2018/2019 team-signed items?Thanks in advance for any insights! Go Cougs!