For the first time in 281 days, Washington State will play a meaningful football game. That gap is larger than many teams because WSU's 2014 season ended without a bowl appearance. The first step to shortening that gap next year starts today with the Cougars hosting Portland State in the season opener.
Mike Leach brought a "win one game a week" mantra to Pullman and that's exactly what WSU will have the opportunity to do on Saturday in Martin Stadium. They could earn some style points along the way -- or have some head scratching moments -- but the ultimate goal is a 1-0 start.