{
  "id": 16422825,
  "title": "Cougars picture-perfect Homecoming scene goes sideways",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/cougars-picture-perfect-homecoming-scene-goes-sideways",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-25T03:27:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/cougars-picture-perfect-homecoming-scene-032717173.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On October 24, 2026, Washington State Cougars faced Boise State Broncos in a Homecoming game at Martin Stadium, Pullman, Washington. The game was expected to be a great event in the revamped Pac-12 schedule, given the crisp autumn weather and beautiful fall scenery. However, as the game progressed, the Cougars' spirit waned, and they were defeated with a score of 31-10. The Broncos' defense was strong, scoring 21 unanswered points, while the Cougars' offense struggled, scoring just 10 points. In the fourth quarter, Boise State scored two touchdowns, turning a Cougars interception into a game-winning play. Coach Kirby Moore acknowledged the team's poor performance and the need for improvement. Despite the loss, the Cougars will continue the season with hopes of a bright finish.",
  "summary": "When the meeting between Washington State and Boise State was announced, it was immediately circled by many to be one of the better games of the revamped Pac-12 slate. Especially in the timeslot it was put in. A late October matchup at 3pm in Pullman. College football is arguably at its peak around this time […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Washington State Cougars lost 31-10 to Boise State Broncos in Homecoming game.",
    "Broncos defense scored 21 unanswered points, while Cougars offense scored 10 points.",
    "Coach Kirby Moore acknowledged poor performance and need for improvement."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}