Washington State and Fresno State Pac-12 matchup

Washington State and Fresno State met for their Pac-12 conference opener. Prior to the matchup, Washington State held a 1-3 record and sought to improve offensive efficiency and defensive fatigue, while Fresno State entered with a 3-1 record and a three-game winning streak.

Fresno State won the game 26-6 in Pullman, marking the Bulldogs’ first victory in Pac-12 conference history. Although the score was tied 6-6 at halftime, Fresno State dominated the second half, outgaining Washington State 375 to 182 yards and preventing the Cougars from scoring a touchdown. The Bulldogs' defense recorded five sacks and limited Washington State to 30 rushing yards.

In the victory, Josiah Freeman scored the game’s first touchdown on a three-yard pitch, and Julius Gillick added a fourth-quarter rushing touchdown to secure the win. With the victory, Fresno State improved to a 4-1 record. The Bulldogs now prepare for a high-stakes matchup in the Milk Can rivalry series against No. 23 Boise State, who also holds a 4-1 record and seeks to end a three-game losing streak against Fresno State.