Kirby Moore gives WSU injury updates, Trey Leckner nears return
- Ahead of Washington State's 2026 Arizona game, Kirby Moore says tight end Trey Leckner is getting close and moving around quite a bit in practice, with availability now described as game to game. The writer's suggestion of a return within a week or two is not a coach-confirmed date, and Moore does not clear him for Saturday.
- In Washington State's Thursday 2026 Arizona-week remarks, Kirby Moore credits Jamarey Smith with flexibility at nickel and corner, offseason safety reps and improved communication. This describes Smith's existing versatility and development, not a new position switch, a starting assignment or a fixed secondary rotation.
- Washington State's Kirby Moore wants more first- and second-down explosives during 2026 Arizona-week preparation and says Tank Hawkins must be a major part of that effort. He points to Hawkins' growing comfort as a route runner and demonstrated ball-in-hand and downfield ability. This is a stated involvement priority, not a promised target or snap count.
- Washington State coach Kirby Moore says Jack Stevens made a field goal from about 45 or 50 yards in Wednesday's two-minute practice situation before the 2026 Arizona game. That is a specific practice result, with the distance recalled approximately; it is not a game kick, a newly established range or a guarantee that his kicking problems are resolved.
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The making of a breakout player: Isaiah Hung’s rapid rise at Washington State
- Washington State linebacker Isaiah Hung has 14 tackles, second on the team, with one tackle for loss and a pass breakup in 2026. The report describes his rise into a meaningful defensive role after playing only special teams in five games last season. These are current contributions, not an announced promotion or a guaranteed future snap share.
- Hung describes the physical and technical adjustments behind his 2026 Washington State role: Bray wanted him at 225 pounds after he had been around 210, and the article lists him at 229. Hung credits Bray's emphasis on tackling angles and finishing perimeter tackles through the runner's knees. He does not report a new defensive package or position change.
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