Why No. 17 Washington will beat Washington State in Apple Cup No. 118
Sep. 5—SEATTLE — Heading into Sunday's Apple Cup, Washington State and coach Kirby Moore have said all the right things, have talked about all the right game plans. The Cougars want to keep Husky quarterback Demond Williams contained in the pocket. Their defense wants to generate pressure on him and disrupt his rhythm. While Washington State's offense wants QB Caden Pinnick to make the correct ...
Heading into Sunday's Apple Cup, Washington State and coach Kirby Moore have talked about all the right game plans, wanting to contain Husky quarterback Demond Williams and generate pressure on him. However, Moore admits it's easier said than done. Washington is picking Washington State to win the 118th Apple Cup in a comfortable fashion, citing the Cougars' talent, depth, and savvy.
WSU's biggest challenge will be running the ball against Washington's defense, which is returning 11 starters who were instrumental last season. Many of those offensive linemen will be playing their first snaps of college football, potentially hindering WSU's ground attack. WSU is making their first start at the FBS level. While losing this game to Washington is not the end of the world for WSU, they would need to perform exceptionally well to upset the Huskies.
It's best to reserve judgment on this WSU team until they face more competitive opponents later in the season.
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