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Pinnick Leads Cougars Into New Era | Washington State Cougars Football News
Caden Pinnick takes the reins as Washington State’s starting quarterback in 2026, ushering in a bold new era for the Cougars amid a reshuffled Pac-12. With a revamped roster and first-year head coach Kirby Moore, the team opens with a brutal Apple Cup showdown against rival Washington on Sept. 6 — an early test that could define their season. Offensively, fresh faces like Darrius Clemons, Tank Hawkins, and Jack Pedersen bring energy, but Pinnick must master ball protection in a new system. Defensively, the pass rush led by transfers Matyus McLain and Linus Zunk looks explosive, while Kirby…
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