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WSU rewind: Cougs’ defense struggles, O-line thrives in rout

Cougs new starting QB totaled six TDs in 70-30 trouncing of Portland State.

Arlington’s defense stuffs Ferndale running back Talan Bungard on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Arlington High School in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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2024 Wesco 3A North football preview: coaches poll and team information

With the removal of Arlington, Marysville Pilchuck and the addition of Sedro-Woolley, Snohomish, this season will be a…

A team photo with the Stanwood High School Spartans logo in the background at Bob Larson Stadium in Stanwood, Washington on Aug. 30, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)

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‘We’re all ready to go’: Stanwood football prepared to prove the underdog story is true once again

After finishing in the bottom half of the Wesco 3A North standings last year but advancing to the…

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Boling: WSU’s Dickert focuses on what he can control

With the future uncertain for the Cougs, Dickert believes it starts with him.

Russell Wilson of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks to pass against the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter during a preseason game at Acrisure Stadium on Aug. 17, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (Joe Sargent / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

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Steelers name Russell Wilson starter

The former Seahawks quarterback beats out former Bears starter Justin Fields.

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Preview and predictions: WSU will rely on youth this year

The Cougars have some promising young players who will need to step up.

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A look at who could fill in for injured WSU cornerback

Cougars must find a replacement for Jamorri Colson, who will miss extensive time with an injury.

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NFL will not measure first downs electronically this season

The league tested new system during the preseason, but will keep stick and chains for now.

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WSU’s Week 1 depth chart: Plenty of playing time to go around

Many positions are not yet set according to info released by Cougars coaches.

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin walks on the field during a team scrimmage at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023. (John McCall / South Florida Sun Sentinel / Tribune News Services)

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Local NFL players Gaskin, Arias among NFL cuts

Myles Gaskin and Daniel Arias III were cut by NFL teams on Tuesday’s cut down day.

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WSU notebook: WR Carlos Hernandez to miss several games

Foot injury likely to sideline Hernandez until at least the Oct. 12 matchup with Fresno State.

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How WSU punter found his way from Australia to Pullman

Haberer learned to punt at an academy in Australia to prepare for kicking in college.

Lake Stevens’ Kolton Matson completes a short pass against Graham-Kapowsin during the WIAA 4A Football State Championship on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens’ Matson among QBs listed in national poll.

The 2023 All-Area Player of the Year was second in the poll as of Thursday morning.

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WSU’s offensive and defensive lines show promise in practice

Cougs await the return of tackle Fa’alili Fa’amoe, but others have filled in valiantly.

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald talks with the media after practice at Under Armour Performance Center. The Seattle Seahawks hired Macdonald on January 31, 2024. (Kevin Richardson / Tribune News Service)

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Seattle Seahawks roster breakdown: One thought on Geno Smith and every position group

The next phase of Mike Macdonald’s debut season as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks begins Wednesday when…

Kamiak High School’s Victor Sanchez Hernandez Jr. puts on a University of Washington football helmet. Sanchez Hernandez, a three-star defensive end who’s heading into his senior season, committed to the Huskies. (Photo courtesy of Victory Sanchez Hernandez Jr.)

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High school football recruiting: Here’s how Washington’s 2025, 2026 classes are shaping up

TNT sports reporter Jon Manley spoke with national recruiting editor Brandon Huffman.

Washington Wolfpack defensive lineman DeShon Williams sacks Wichita Regulators quarterback Joseph Hess as Marcus Pressley (75) and former Jackson High School football player Jonathan Navarro (52) begin to celebrate in an Arena Football League game at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett on June 29, 2024. (Aaron Coe / The Herald).

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Wolfpack conclude inaugural season with 50-21 loss to Wichita

In a league that started with 16 franchises, Washington was one of eight teams to weather the AFL…

Kamiak High School’s Victor Sanchez Hernandez Jr. puts on a University of Washington football helmet. Sanchez Hernandez, a three-star defensive end who’s heading into his senior season, committed to the Huskies. (Photo courtesy of Victory Sanchez Hernandez Jr.)

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Kamiak football star Sanchez Hernandez commits to Washington

The three-star defensive end chose the Huskies over Oregon State, Utah and San Diego State.

New England Patriots linebackers coach Steve Belichick walks on the field before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)

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UW officially announces Steve Belichick as new defensive coordinator

The son of legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick is making his first foray into college football.

FILE - New England Patriots linebacker coach Steve Belichick warms up before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. Steve Belichick has agreed to be the defensive coordinator for new coach Jedd Fisch at Washington, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. The son of NFL coaching great Bill Belichick will take a role in college for the first time following 12 seasons working on the staff of the New England Patriots with his dad. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, FIle)

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Report: Steve Belichick agrees to take DC role at Washington

The son of NFL coaching legend Bill Belichick spent the past 12 seasons on his dad’s staff in…