Palouse Playbook - A Washington State Cougars Podcast

Washington State football is at a crossroads. With just three games remaining, it's time to take an honest look at where the Cougs stand, what's gone wrong, and what needs to happen moving forward.On this episode of The Palouse Playbook, we're diving into the current state of WSU football and the future of the program under head coach Kirby Moore.We're discussing:🏈 The Kirby Moore Era: How much time should Cougar fans give the first-year head coach? What has gone right, what needs to change, and where does accountability come into play?🏈 Offensive Struggles: Breaking down the offensive line, the transition from the Air Raid, play-calling decisions, and what needs to happen to get this offense moving.🏈 The Final Three Games: Why it's time to open things up, take chances, experiment with personnel, and give players opportunities to prove themselves.🏈 The Transfer Portal: What should WSU prioritize this offseason? Can the Cougs retain their core players while adding the talent needed to compete?🏈 Looking Ahead: The coaching staff, program infrastructure, recruiting, and the long-term vision for Washington State football.We're frustrated with the results, but we're not giving up on the future. The next three games matter, and there's plenty of work to do in Pullman.What do YOU think about the current state of Washington State football? Is Kirby Moore the right guy to lead this program? What needs to change?Let us know in the comments!IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN BEING GREAT, YOU BETTER LOOK HARD INTO WASHINGTON STATE. GO COUGS!🔴 Subscribe to The Palouse Playbook for Washington State Cougars football coverage, analysis, recruiting discussions, and everything happening in Pullman.#WSUFootball #GoCougs #WashingtonStateFootball #KirbyMoore #Pac12 #CollegeFootball #PalousePlaybook

Washington State falls to 1-8 after a 26-20 loss to San Diego State, but is Kirby Moore really the problem with WSU football?On this episode of the Palouse Playbook by Up West Sports, Gavin, Chad and Joel break down another frustrating loss for the Cougars, the continued offensive struggles, questionable fourth-down execution, Daniel Blood's breakout performance, Owen Eshelman's 299-yard passing day, and what needs to change as WSU turns its attention toward the future.We also dive into the bigger questions surrounding Washington State football:🏈 What went wrong against San Diego State? 🔴 Why can't WSU consistently establish the run? 🏈 Should the Cougars keep being aggressive on fourth down? 🔴 Is Daniel Blood emerging as WSU's WR1? 🏈 What does Kirby Moore need to fix this offseason? 🔴 How important will the transfer portal be for rebuilding the roster? 🏈 Are the players still bought into the coaching staff? 🔴 And why patience may be more important than blowing everything up after Year 1.The record isn't pretty. The frustration is real. But with the transfer portal approaching and young players still developing, the next few months could tell us a lot about where Washington State football is headed.Coug fans: What needs to be WSU's No. 1 priority this offseason? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to Up West Sports for more Washington State Cougars football coverage, reactions, recruiting, transfer portal news and Pac-12 discussion.#WSU #GoCougs #WashingtonState #WSUFootball #Cougars #CollegeFootball #Pac12 #KirbyMoore

Week 8 delivered plenty of Pac-12 chaos.Colorado State survived San Diego State in a wild 56–49 shootout, Boise State pulled away from Washington State for a 31–10 win in Pullman, and Texas State edged Utah State 20–17.On this episode of Pac Pulse, we break down:🏈 Boise State’s dominant rushing performance against WSU🏈 Owen Eshelman’s second start for the Cougars🏈 Colorado State and San Diego State combining for 105 points🏈 Texas State’s narrow victory over Utah State🏈 Every Week 9 conference matchup, kickoff time and TV networkWeek 8 Finals:Boise State 31, Washington State 10Colorado State 56, San Diego State 49Texas State 20, Utah State 17Coming up in Week 9:Colorado State at Utah StateWashington State at San Diego StateTexas State at Boise StateOregon State at Fresno StateWhich Week 8 result surprised you most? And which team gets the biggest win next Saturday? Drop your picks in the comments.Subscribe to Up West Playbook for weekly Pac-12 football reactions, breakdowns, previews and Pac Pulse episodes.#Pac12 #CollegeFootball #WashingtonState #BoiseState #ColoradoState #SanDiegoState #TexasState #UtahState #PacPulse

College football's media landscape could be heading for a massive reset, and Washington State may be better positioned for it than people realize.Brian Hurley of Hurley Media joins the Palouse Playbook Podcast for a fascinating conversation about the economics behind college football, ESPN, the Big Ten and SEC media deals, potential College Football Playoff expansion, and what the changing TV market could mean for Washington State and the new Pac-12.We dive into:🏈 Why Brian believes the current college football media model isn't sustainable 📺 The economics behind ESPN, the Big Ten and SEC TV deals 💰 Why the next round of media rights negotiations could look very different 🔥 The potential impact of a 24-team College Football Playoff 📉 Why college football could be heading toward a major market correction 📺 Why the Pac-12's relationship with The CW matters 🐾 Why WSU's television audience and national brand remain important 📈 How Washington State could actually benefit from the next era of college football 🏆 Why the Cougars can remain nationally relevant despite the financial gapWashington State has already been forced to adjust to a changing college football landscape. If the rest of the sport eventually faces a similar financial reset, could WSU actually find itself ahead of the curve?Brian explains why he believes the future remains bright in Pullman and why the Cougars aren't going anywhere.Subscribe to Palouse Playbook for more Washington State football, Pac-12, recruiting, transfer portal and college football coverage.GO COUGS!#WSU #WashingtonState #Cougars #GoCougs #Pac12 #CollegeFootball #CFB #ESPN #CollegeFootballPlayoff

We have a new QB in Owen Eshelman, let's talk about it!

Between Oregon State and Boise State one of those two teams could represent the Pac 12 in the CFP.

Crossover Episode with Ryan Harlan for OSU Beaver Blitz

Caden Pinnick has been benched and we will get our first look at Owen Eshelman this weekend against Oregon State.

Chad and Kyle give their take on this loss to Utah State

Washington State faces Utah State in a matchup between two teams searching for answers at quarterback. We welcome Utah State analyst Braden T. Clark to break down the Aggies' struggles, Bronco Mendenhall's quarterback decisions, key players Eli Wood and Javen Jacobs, and where Utah State has the advantage.We also preview the Cougars' path to victory, discuss Washington State's offensive changes, and explore whether this matchup could become a new Pac-12 rivalry. Can WSU get back on track, or will Utah State pull off the win?Subscribe to the Palouse Playbook Podcast for Washington State Cougars football analysis, Pac-12 coverage, game previews, and more.#WSUFootball #WashingtonStateCougars #UtahStateFootball #Pac12 #PalousePlaybook