Pregame

Washington State is set to host rival Washington in the 117th iteration of the Apple Cup.

For the Cougars to raise the trophy for the second consecutive year, they will have to overcome long betting odds. Currently, WSU is a 20.5-point underdog.

Washington enjoyed a bye last week after routing UC Davis 70-10 on Sept. 6. Washington State lost to North Texas 59-10 in its first road game of the season.

It is unclear who will start at quarterback for Washington State , although, head coach Jimmy Rogers said that a player was chosen on Sunday.

On the other side, Washington State’s defense will have to contend with sophomore Demond Williams Jr.

Series history

Washington leads the rivalry 76-34-6 but Washington State captured last year’s Apple Cup 24-19 behind heroics from

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