Washington State football is in crisis mode after back-to-back losses, with Coach Kirby Moore stressing it’s a team-wide problem—not just one player’s fault. Offensively, they’re ranked 138th nationally, averaging under 200 yards per game, struggling both running and passing. Quarterback Caden Pinnick can extend plays with his legs, but consistency and scoring drives are missing. The defense, overworked and exposed against Kansas State, gave up big plays due to gap breakdowns and poor third-down execution. Pinnick also drew criticism for his dismissive post-game answers, though he admitted frustration got the best of him and vowed to improve his leadership. With injuries forcing offensive line changes and receiver rotation adjustments, the Cougars need an offensive spark and better team defense to turn things around before their crucial home opener.

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