⚡ CFB Dashboard

- Top Actionable Intel - Washington State left spring with a defense-first identity; the hosts repeatedly framed the defense as ahead of the offense and potentially the strength of the 2026 team. - The quarterback battle remains open, but the hosts leaned toward Caden Pinnick as the current QB1 based on reps, game-management trust, and who was used when the offense needed a late drive. - Julian Dugger is viewed as a package/wildcat weapon who could play meaningful snaps even if he is not the every-down starter. - The offense is still installing a pro-style system under Kirby Moore, so the hosts expect more growth over summer and fall than what showed in the spring game.

- OL/RB: Back in the late 70's when Wazzu had one of the premier turf grass programs in the US (90% of bluegrass seed is produced on the Palouse), the field was planted with 'Cougar Bluegrass'...

- Kicker Jack Stevens returning strong; improved leg, right-hash consistency (16-of-19 spring); punter Max Dean frontrunner; kickoff battle Stevens vs.

- WSU QBs (Eshelman, Dugger, Pinnick) struggling with deep ball accuracy despite arm strength; need rhythm before spring game.

- RB: Speed isn't everything, but running a 4.4 40 sure doesn't hurt

- WSU depth chart projections after spring ball with injuries affecting position clarity ahead of UW opener Sept.

- WSU RB depth strong; no single stud but three capable backs handle tough yards, receiving, blocking—O-line key to rushing success.

- Reports indicated injury prevented Vorhees from playing bowl game last year, not opt-out.