Al-Uqdah might have to share the credit for that interception, though. Hawaii quarterback Brayden Schaeger made that errant throw in part because he was pressured, flushed from the pocket, hurried as he made the pass that sailed into Al-Uqdah’s hands around midfield.

John Mateer bounced back with an electric performance Saturday as the Cougars cruised to a blowout win over Hawaii, securing their sixth win and bowl eligibity.

PULLMAN — John Mateer completed 23-of-27 passes (85%) for 295 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions, four Cougs racked up over 50 receiving yards and the Cougar defense forced three turnovers as the Washington State Cougars beat Hawaii 42-10 on a 66-degree homecoming Saturday at Gesa Field in Pullman.

Happy Homecoming, Coug fans. While every football weekend is a homecoming of sorts, this is the official Homecoming that brings the traditional festivities. Hopefully we can add a win to the list of festivities today.

Washington State's defense has only six sacks through six games. Hawaii has surrendered 21 thus far. The Cougars hope their pass rush can break out Saturday.

With Saturday’s win over Hawaii, the Washington State Cougars achieved one of their primary goals for the 2024 season: reach bowl eligibility. WSU are 6-1 to start the year for the first time since the 2018 season,

WSU cornerback Jamorri Colson, playing his second game of the season after sitting out the first five with a broken jaw, laid a hit on Hawaii wide receiver Nick Cenacle and knocked the ball to the turf for teammate Kapena Gushiken to grab.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Washington State Cougars vs. Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors NCAAF game from October 19, 2024 on ESPN.

Fans in Pullman have even more reason to celebrate this homecoming weekend after Washington State cruised to a 42-10 win over Hawaii on Saturday. Quarterback Jo