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Miami Herald
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Washington State Football Preview 2025: Cougars Season Prediction, Win Total Projection, Top Players
Washington State Cougars Key to the Season Get that ground game not that Washington State didn't have a rushing attack over the years. It just wasn't emphasized as much as the high-octane passing game, especially when you have Cam Ward under center. John Mateer went off, but the running backs now have to become a bigger a pivot for a program that didn't hit the 2,000-yard rushing mark in over a decade, and then had a fantastic 2025. By the way, South Dakota State ran for over 3,500 yards last season. So … X CFN, Fiu | CFN Facebook | Bluesky Fiu, CFN2025 Washington State PreviewWashington State Offense BreakdownWashington State Defense Breakdown Washington State Cougars Key Player Angel Johnson, RB Kirby Vorhees, and Maxwell Woods. Washington State didn't get South Dakota State's star rusher Amar Johnson - he's a Green Bay Packer now - but it brought in three other terrific Jackrabbit the Cougars ran well last year - at least for them - and again, the quarterback was the most dangerous option. This year's offense needs Johnson and the rotation of runners to take over. Washington State Cougars Top Transfer, Biggest Transfer Loss Top Transfer In: Caleb Franci, LB of all the terrific players coming in from South Dakota State, Franci should be the most productive new star. He's only 6-1 and 190 pounds, but he's a big hitter with wonderful range, making 78 tackles with seven broken up passes and 11 tackles for loss last Transfer Out: John Mateer, QB Jr.A whole slew of players followed former Cougar head coach Jake Dickert to Wake Forest, including offensive tackle Fa'ailili Fa'amoe, guard AJ Hasson, and receiver Carlos Hernandez. But Mateer was a Heisman-caliber playmaker last year who led Wazzu in rushing and was one of the nation's most effective passers. Now he's about to be a superstar at Oklahoma. Washington State Cougars Key Game Washington, Sept. 20There's no Pac-12 Championship to play for, and it's not getting into the College Football Playoff with a few too many tough road games, but beat the arch-rival for the second year in a row, and the year is made in before October.- 2025 Washington State Schedule Breakdown Washington State Cougars Top 10 Players 1. Caleb Franci, LB Sr.2. Zevi Eckhaus, QB Sr.3. Tucker Large, S Sr.4. Josh Meredith, WR Sr.5. Colby Humphrey, CB Sr6. Keith Brown, LB Sr.7. Angel Johnson, RB Sr.8. Matt Durrance, S Sr.9. Christian Hilborn, OT Sr.10. Jeremiah Noga, WR Sr. Washington State Cougars 2024 Fun Stats - Onside Kicks: Opponents 2-of-3, Washington State 0-of-0- Field Goals: Opponents 19-of-23, Washington State 8-of-13- Washington State Scoring: 3rd Quarter 66, 4th Quarter 126 Washington State Cougars 2025 Season Prediction, Win Total, What Will Happen Just how quickly can the new coaching staff make this work?This might not be the Washington State you're used to, but the starting 11 on defense should be terrific, and an improved running attack will make up for a toned-down passing Cougars will get off to a hot start, but a run of four road games in five dates from September 13th to October 18th - and a home game against Washington for the fifth game - will be an issue. Including the first of two games against fellow Pac-12 brother Oregon State, six road games in nine will be too much to overcome. But it'll still be a bowl season, it'll be a good first year for the new regime, and then it'll be on to life in the new The Washington State Win Total At … 6Likely Wins: Idaho, Louisiana Tech, San Diego State50/50 Games: at Colorado State, at James Madison, at North Texas, Oregon State, at Oregon State, Toledo, at VirginiaLikely Losses: at Ole Miss, Washington 2025 Washington State PreviewWashington State Offense BreakdownWashington State Defense Breakdown © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
USA Today
30-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 Washington State Cougars win total predictions, futures, over/under and odds
After the Washington State Cougars came up shy of a victory in the Holiday Bowl in 2024, oddsmakers have set their win total this season at an over/under of 5.5 wins. The Cougars went 8-5 last season, and have +114 odds to go over their win total in 2025. Washington State futures: win total over/under, odds College football odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Monday at 3:25 a.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Washington State splits - last season Washington State draft picks lost Watch College Football on Fubo!
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Cedric Coward, G, Washington State
Nov 21, 2024; Spokane, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars guard Cedric Coward (0) controls the ball against the Eastern Washington Eagles in the second half at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images For a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide. Cedric Coward, G, Washington State Height: 6-6 • Weight: 215 • Class: Senior • Age: 21 Summary: Coward has gone from a Division III player to a potential first-round pick in just a few years behind his rapid development into a prospect with a valued 3-and-D skill-set. But he brings even higher upside thanks to his passing vision. Advertisement Comparisons: Kawhi Leonard, Dorian Finney-Smith Strengths Athleticism: Coward has ideal size for a wing with broad shoulders and long arms. Though he needs to add muscle, he has a frame to grow into. And he plays strong with his ability to absorb contact, fight through screens, and crash the boards at an elite level for his size. Shooting: Made 38.8% of his 3s in three Division I college seasons, which includes 40.6% on catch-and-shoot 3s. Most of his attempts come off of basic spot-ups, but he shows smooth footwork off movement, plus flashes touch as a midrange scorer which hints at off-the-dribble 3-point shooting upside. Advertisement Interior scoring: Coward played in the post a lot in college, where he displayed his dexterity scoring against contact. These skills translate when he's attacking from the perimeter too, whether he's driving by a closeout or looking for cutting chances. Basketball IQ: He plays within himself. He knows his role. He'll relocate off-ball, look for cutting chances, and do all the little things that satisfy a head coach. Passing: He puts great zip on passes and delivers an accurate ball, whether it's cross-court kickouts or entry passes into a big man with positioning under the rim. He may not end up a primary creator, but at a minimum he looks like a reliable connective piece who can run some secondary actions too. Advertisement Defense: Super versatile defender with the lateral quickness to stay in front of guards plus the length and toughness to handle some bigger wings. His great length and energetic approach mean his hands alter shots and get in the passing lanes on a frequent basis. Concerns Experience level: His season ended after six games because of a shoulder injury that he suffered at practice, which included an articular cartilage tear, a jagged rotator cuff, and a partially torn labrum. Which means there's not much of a sample of him facing high-level competition. Strength: He needs to get stronger to maximize his versatility on defense at the next level. He weighed only 206 pounds in college. Shot creation: He picks up his dribble far too often, and his handle is fairly rudimentary. For a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Michigan Legend Charles Woodson's Son Cracks National Recruit Rankings for 2027
Charles Woodson won the Heisman Trophy in 1997 on the strength of his three-way play on offense, defense and special teams. The Ohio native led Michigan to a share of the 1997 National Championship as Lloyd Carr's team knocked off Ryan Leaf and the Washington State Cougars in the 1998 Rose Bowl. Advertisement On Thursday, Woodson's son was given recognition as part of the Class of 2027 from cinching the Lake Nona High School star from Orlando, Florida's standing as a prospect to watch in the near future. Charles Woodson speaks at Super Bowl LIX in February. © Kirby Lee-Imagn Images "A very noteworthy entry into today's 2027 Top247? @2Charleswoodson," Steve Lorenz of 247 Sports wrote on Wednesday, tagging Charles Woodson, Jr., the son of Charles Woodson. "He's the son not going to believe it, @CharlesWoodson." Woodson, Jr. is now ranked as a four-star prospect by Lorenz's website after years flying under the radar. The talented young Class of 2027 prospect is ranked 244th among all players nationally, 23rd among safety prospects. Advertisement His famous father has filled in as a coach this season at Lake Nona, lending his expertise to his son's team. Michigan does not currently have any players in its 2027 class but Woodson Jr. has camped in Ann Arbor the last two summers. Woodson, Jr. received his first major college offer from Syracuse coach Fran Brown earlier this year. Related: Michigan QB Mikey Keene Makes Statement on Availability After Spring Game Absence
USA Today
16-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Alabama basketball listed among finalists for top transfer portal guard
Announced on Tuesday afternoon, the Alabama Crimson Tide have been listed among the finalists for one of the top players currently available in the NCAA transfer portal, former Washington State Cougars guard Cedric Coward. According to On3's Joe Tipton, the Crimson Tide have been listed alongside the Duke Blue Devils, Florida Gators, Kansas Jayhawks, and Washington Huskies as the finalists. Coward is also expected to go through the NBA draft process. A player who originally began his collegiate career at Division-III Willamette University before spending two seasons at Eastern Washington, Coward spent the 2024-25 season at Washington State after transferring last offseason. As a senior, Coward however appeared in only six games for the Cougars due to an injury, averaging 17.7 points, 7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.7 blocks per game on 55.7% shooting from the field, 40% from three, and 83.9% at the free throw line. According to 247Sports, Coward is currently ranked as the No. 29 overall player in the transfer portal. Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
