The latest news from Scout.com. The Scout.com Network covers college, NFL, MLB, high school, recruiting, and much more http://www.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://www.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2013 Scout.com and Scout.com. All rights reserved. This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. info@scout.com info@scout.com Tue, 21 May 2013 09:17:25 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Alex Jackson Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB9) 60 PULLMAN -- Two Cougar defenders who’ve missed the team’s first two practices of the spring for undisclosed reasons will be out the entire session, Cougfan.com has learned from sources close to the program. Meanwhile, the injury status of a third defensive player remains unclear, while a wide receiver's spring may be uncertain after he was taken to the hospital over the weekend. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1277824.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1277824.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:35:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- Saturday saw brighter skies and brighter play from the Cougs on the second day of spring practices. The QBs were slinging the ball and hitting receivers in stride all day. A familiar face was making big plays on defense, a new BUCK linebacker continued to make waves and an o-lineman is standing tall. And although we’re only two days into spring ball, one thing has become very apparent. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1277358.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1277358.html Sat, 23 Mar 2013 21:52:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN–The defensive secondary has arguably the most question marks of any position group on D this spring. The Cougs return every player with the exception of Daniel Simmons, but the question begs -- who’s going to raise their game? The secondary struggled in 2012 and nothing seems concrete for 2013. There are reasons for optimism but will a true gem or two emerge and if so, whom might that be? http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1276749.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1276749.html Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:18:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate SPRING BALL in Cougarville starts today, offering fresh opportunities for young guns coming off redshirts, coming back from injury, or looking to build on last season's playing time. Here are 10 intriguing youngsters to watch over the next month of workouts on the Palouse. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1276554.html 2047 the staff on Cougfan.com http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1276554.html Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:32:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate THE COUGS HAVE a pretty good base defensively from which to build on this spring – they return nine starters on defense. But is the starting lineup on D for 2013 settled? Not a chance. There is one, just one defenseman, who is a virtual lock. And what Wazzu needs to establish this spring on defense centers around two areas that complement one another… http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1269948.html 2047 BARRY BOLTON http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1269948.html Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:59:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN – Washington State’s offensive line has been the culprit most identified this season when things have turned south. One hogmollie that Cougar fans have not yet seen on Saturday afternoons, however, continues to turns the heads of Mike Leach and o-line coach Clay McGuire. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1236077.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1236077.html Sat, 03 Nov 2012 00:27:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate SPOKANE – Mike Leach says his Washington State football team has a lot of great people. But for three hours on Saturdays, he’d prefer to see something else out on the field. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1233539.html 2047 HOWIE STALWICK http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1233539.html Thu, 25 Oct 2012 17:38:00 GMT 0 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- Washington State took to the practice field Tuesday afternoon amid some boisterous music intended to provide some extra energy. Unfortunately for the Cougar players, Mike Leach was not satisfied with the effort, noting that both offense and defense were bland in execution far too often. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1228466.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1228466.html Wed, 10 Oct 2012 03:00:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- And so the saga continues. Senior offensive lineman Dan Spitz again missed practice Tuesday. This time however, coaches didn’t have the upbeat tone they exhibited previously. Elsewhere, will the recent inconsistent play of the defensive secondary result in a decision by defensive coordinator Mike Breske to play some freshmen? http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1225220.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1225220.html Wed, 26 Sep 2012 04:25:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- The Cougars practiced for roughly two hours Wednesday, working through drills, skeleton and scrimmage -- the usual. The quarterback situation became clearer as a ‘fiery’ signal-caller took virtually every snap. On top of that, a young corner with a lot of promise was finally cleared to practice. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1223356.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1223356.html Thu, 20 Sep 2012 03:06:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN–The Cougs may have taken a depth hit to the secondary as a freshman has not been cleared, Mike Breske said, though it might be temporary. A key d-lineman continues to progress with an eye towards reclaiming a starting job but another DL has taken his spot in the walking-boot brigade. And an o-lineman might be cleaning sand out of his shoes for about a week after a visit to the Leach Beach. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1218668.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1218668.html Thu, 06 Sep 2012 03:34:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate WITH SCHOOL NOW in session at Washington State and the season opener against BYU just 10 days away, any and all position battles not yet decided will be soon – it’s time to get the starters reps and the offense and defense running like a well-oiled machine. Here’s the look from our chair at the position battles on offense and defense -- every starter, at every position, plus special teams. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1213164.html 2047 the staff of Cougfan.com http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1213164.html Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:48:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN - The Cougs got out of the sun Friday, practicing at 8 p.m. for the first time this fall -- and one of Wazzu’s nose tackles returned to the field. Meanwhile, at least five true freshmen appear to be making serious runs at early playing time. Friday was a no-pads, helmets-only practice, and special teams were the focus. Oh, and junior offensive guard Niu Sale is the new punt returner. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1212587.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1212587.html Sat, 18 Aug 2012 06:20:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- Torched for seven touchdowns in Saturday’s scrimmage, Washington State’s defense rebounded with its most complete practice of fall camp Monday. A unit that days earlier looked disoriented made a litany of big plays despite a front four depleted by injuries. The performance had one assistant coach raving after his unit slowed Mike Leach’s Air Raid Offense during the daily team session. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1211302.html 2047 ADAM LEWIS http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1211302.html Tue, 14 Aug 2012 03:49:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- If the early going of fall camp is any indication, the Cougs have some very good, very young players in place for down the road. Some even look to be ready to help contribute now, while others will be able to help most over the long haul by redshirting. In the last of a three-part series 10 days into fall camp, Cougfan.com takes a look at the future, both near and far. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1211212.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1211212.html Mon, 13 Aug 2012 23:08:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN – In the second of a three-part series, Cougfan.com focuses in on the crimson stop corps, digging into the first 10 days of Washington State's fall camp to lend context and take a closer look at some of what we’ve learned. Position battles, opinion, analysis, observations and more, with the Cougar D under the microscope… http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1211157.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1211157.html Mon, 13 Aug 2012 20:35:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- The theme of the day for the Cougs: Tenacity. A couple good “fights” in the trenches got the team riled up for most of Monday afternoon. There’s some clarity from Mike Leach on Rickey Galvin’s position, and Marquess Wilson shined. How about the kicking and punting game, and who is emerging in the return game and at the gunner spots? That and much more in today’s practice report.. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1209098.html 2047 JOE DOYLE http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1209098.html Tue, 07 Aug 2012 02:45:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate PULLMAN -- Armed with a bona fide All-America candidate and a bevy of potential game-breaking wide receivers, Mike Leach’s “Air Raid” offense would seem to fit perfectly with WSU’s 2012 roster. The Cougars are going to rack up yards through the air this season. Here’s CF.C’s wide receiver breakdown headed into fall camp. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1207102.html 2047 ADAM LEWIS http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1207102.html Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:22:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate A POST-SPRING DEPTH CHART was released by Washington State this week for Pac-12 Media Day. Keep in mind it doesn’t list any of the new arrivals, such as WR Gabriel Marks and NT Ioane Gauta for example, who are expected to challenge for playing time when fall camp gets underway Aug. 2. Still, it does yield plenty of intriguing data, starting with walk-on wide receiver Bennett Bontemps. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1205582.html 2047 BARRY BOLTON http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1205582.html Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:15:00 GMT 0 137 Washington State washingtonstate THERE’S MORE TO summer for Cougar QB Jeff Tuel than just the physical trials. As extensive as the voluntary weightlifting, running and extra drills are, Tuel and a few of his teammates stop what they’re doing nearly every day to ... exercise their minds. He talks about that, and gives a player-by-player run down of the Cougs' rookie receivers, in a wide-ranging discussion with CF.C. http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1204662.html 2047 BARRY BOLTON http://washingtonstate.scout.com/2/1204662.html Mon, 23 Jul 2012 19:59:00 GMT 1 137 Washington State washingtonstate