# Utah State vs. Washington State football matchup

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/utah-state-and-washington-state-football-matchup
> Updated: 2026-10-09T21:13:33.000Z. Sources: 34. Developments: 2.

Utah State and Washington State met at Maverik Stadium on October 9, 2026, with both teams entering the contest holding 1-4 records. The matchup followed a period of quarterback uncertainty for both programs, including Utah State’s rotation between McCae Hillstead and Grady Brosterhous, and Washington State’s struggles with quarterback Caden Pinnick.

Utah State secured a 17-16 victory over Washington State. The Aggies scored 14 unanswered points during the second half, capitalizing on two Washington State fumbles. Grady Brosterhous contributed 150 passing yards and one touchdown, while Javen Jacobs provided a rushing score to clinch the win.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-09: Iowa Hawkeyes defeat Washington Huskies as USC tops Penn State

The No. 20 Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Washington 41-24 behind Jeremy Hecklinski and Kamari Moulton, while USC overcame a record crowd to beat Penn State 31-23.

31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-alabama-defeats-arkansas-state-in-high-scoring-matchup

### 2026-10-04: Utah State to host Washington State in college football matchup

Utah State hosts Washington State in an NCAA college football game on October 9, 2026. Both teams hold 1-4 records, with Utah State entering the matchup as the betting favorite.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utah-state-to-host-washington-state-in-college-football-matchup

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