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Doctors told Washington State's Damarjhe Lewis he'd never play again. Now he's among the nation's leaders

Might want to sit down for this one, but the Washington State Cougars have a player who leads the country in a positive football category. And he’s not even a starter.

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Ashton Tripp has stayed loyal to Washington State. Now the Cougars need his leadership

As the leader of Washington State University’s beleaguered offensive line, redshirt junior Ashton Tripp can’t be getting much restful sleep. Except for one dominant rushing performance against FCS opponent Duquesne, the Cougars have not gotten much push up front for an effective run game - especially during Pacific-12 Conference play.

Caleb Northcroft News / Washington State Cougars on SI / November 4

Washington State walk-on's hometown dream comes full circle with first career catch

Growing up in the shadow of Washington State University football, Caleb Northcroft attended 70 to 80 home games at Martin Stadium. Northcroft made visits to late former Cougars coach Mike Leach’s office accompanied by his father, Marty, who played for the team in the 1990s, and worked on campus in marketing.

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / November 3

Washington State football's biggest bright spots in a disappointing season

It’s a long-overdue, much-needed bye week for the Washington State Cougars, who cannot shake the losing bug. They are 1-8 and in last place in the Pacific-12 Conference.

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / November 2

Washington State vs. Davidson basketball: Preview, game time

With virtually a whole new roster, are the Washington State Cougars going to be one of the worst men’s basketball teams in the newly formed Pac-12 Conference this season?

College Football News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 31

Washington State's offense is showing progress, but its defense remains a problem

What would have seemed like ridiculous spitballing a few weeks ago - the question now doesn’t seem so far-fetched. Is Washington State University’s offense emerging as the better unit on this team?

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 30

Washington State basketball's revamped frontcourt has plenty of potential

With not a lot of scouting film out there on the Washington State Cougars once the two teams played in an exhibition game on Oct. 25 - an 84-80 WSU victory at Hec Edmundson Pavilion - Washington men's coach Danny Sprinkle had a clearer vision of the opponent he just lost to.

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 29

No 7-footers, no problem: Washington State basketball's plan at center

There isn’t a 7-footer on the Washington State University roster, or any player who resembles a true low-post banger. But what third-year Cougars coach

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 28

Washington State basketball's 2026-27 roster: The stars, key contributors and wild cards

In the offseason, coach David Riley spent countless hours poring over transfer-portal hot sheets and talking to worldwide contacts about best-fit players in an effort to restock the Washington State Cougars men’s basketball roster for 2026-27.

College Football News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 27

Washington State's next opponent has a new quarterback and a troubling weakness

After beginning the season at 1-3, San Diego State has rallied to at least keep bowl-eligibility hopes still in view. And now, the Aztecs (3-5) begin a two-game homestand against two of the struggling programs in the Pacific-12 Conference - Washington State University on Saturday and Utah State on Nov.

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 26

Pac-12 coaches keep noticing the same two Washington State players

Weekly meetings with the press corps aren’t usually all that mind-bending. But something revealing has transpired during Pac-12 Conference coaches’ press conferences - at least the ones leading up to facing Washington State University.

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 24

Washington State's future quarterback just delivered a historic performance

Guess what, Washington State Cougars football fans? Expected class-of-2027 quarterback signee Ryan Harrington, out of Anacortes (Wash.) High School, isn't just an elite dual-threat prospect.

Branden Ganashamoorthy News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 23

Washington State receiver gave up track scholarship to pursue football. Now he's breaking out

There might be a split-second Saturday when Washington State University receiver Branden Ganashamoorthy lines up against a Boise State cornerback, spots over-the-top help from the safety - and shakes his head.

Max Dean News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 21

Before becoming Washington State's punter, Max Dean thought he'd be a plumber

Max Dean doesn’t have the typical Australia-to-college football story to tell as a punter at Washington State University. It would be better summarized as a plumbing-to-punting tale - one that has taught him lessons in extreme patience and perseverance.

Washington State Cougars News / SwimSwam / October 21

British Freestyle Specialist Amy Hempenstall to Swim for Washington State Starting Fall 2027

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College Football News / Field Level Media / October 21

No. 21 Boise State returns from bye week to face struggling Wazzu

Boise State spent its bye week working on its own game. Now the 21st-ranked Broncos can turn their attention to a Saturday matchup against Washington State in Pullman, Wash.

Owen Eshelman News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 19

Owen Eshelman's high school coach saw this coming long before his Washington State breakout

Heading back from his daughter’s weekend soccer tournament in Dallas, Justin Jones had two hours to kill on the drive to Oklahoma on Saturday afternoon.

Owen Eshelman News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 18

3 things Owen Eshelman showed Washington State in his first career start

Nobody - coach, player or fan - likes it when his or her football team sits with a 1-6 record and is going nowhere fast. The Washington State Cougars are in that position following their 48-30 loss at Oregon State University on Saturday in Corvallis, Oregon.

Owen Eshelman News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 17

Owen Eshelman shows Washington State what it's been missing at quarterback

The traits that make redshirt freshman Owen Eshelman very popular around the Washington State University football program showed up Saturday in one of the suddenly scintillating environments in the Pac-12 Conference.

Maxwell Woods News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 16

Why Washington State's signature running play is a perfect fit for Maxwell Woods

If there is one play in football that tailback Maxwell Woods couldn’t live without, it is the outside-zone run. Fortunately for him and fellow running backs Kirby Vorhees and Leo Pulalasi, the “stretch” run play is a staple in Washington State University’s rushing attack under first-year coach Kirby Moore.

Washington State Cougars News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 15

Why Washington State was always the dream job for assistant coach Eti Ena

From a young age, Eti Ena’s life always had a Washington State Cougars football presence in it. His uncle, Tali, would come to stay at the family house and tell stories about playing alongside legendary Cougars quarterback Jack Thompson in the late 1970s before going off to the NFL with the Seattle Seahawks.

College Football News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 13

Washington State vs. Oregon State betting odds, spread and prediction for Pac-12 showdown

Kirby Moore has done extensive studying of Washington State University game film to try and find the keys to unlock the Cougars’ offensive potential. Ten days ago, he appointed himself as the new play-calling voice of the unit.

College Football News / Washington State Cougars on SI / October 12

Washington State coach Kirby Moore announces new starting quarterback ahead of Oregon State game

For the second time in eight days, Kirby Moore didn’t waste any time announcing a significant change for the Washington State Cougars’ offense. And this one will likely land bigger: Redshirt freshman Owen Eshelman will take over as the new top Cougars’ quarterback, replacing six-game starter Caden Pinnick.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 6