:format(webp)/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/65489744/1126389089.jpg.0.jpg)
The Washington State Cougars lost their first committed recruit of the 2020 cycle when three-star wide receiver Christian Fitzpatrick announced via Twitter that he was re-opening his recruitment.
I have contacted the coaches at Washington State University and let them know that I have reopened my recruitment. I want to thank coach Spurrier and Coach Leach for their belief in my ability. I wont be doing any interviews, focused on making the right decision. #GoCougs
— Christian Fitzpatrick (@Cfitz_1) October 16, 2019
Fitzpatrick had been the second-highest rated recruit in the 2020 class, ranking only behind QB Jayden de Laura, so losing the 6-foot-4/210-pound receiver is a big blow. Of the three committed receivers, Fitzpatrick was the only one to profile to the outside — both Joey Hobert and Cedrick Pellum are under 6-foot.
If you’re wondering where Fitzpatrick might actually end up, a good bet is the Louisville Cardinals; that where his brother, Dez Fitzpatrick, also plays wide receiver. They are from Michigan.
There are now 13 known commitments for 2020, but it might not stay that way for long: there are at least three known visitors this weekend, including Connor O’Toole, a borderline 4-star outside receiver from New Mexico who has been high on the Cougs for some time. He’d make an awfully nice replacement for Fitzpatrick:
Links
Washington State mailbag: Tackling the Cougars’ slightly improved (?) defense, recent comments from a former QB and whether to receive or defer | SWX Right Now - Sports for Spokane, CdA, Tri-Cities, WA
In this week’s mailbag, we tackle the defense (duh), provide some thoughts on Connor Halliday’s account of why defensive coordinator Tracy Claeys resigned and tell you how Mike Leach decides to receive the ball or defer if the Cougars win the pregame coin toss.
Colorado vs. Washington State: Buffaloes announce uniforms - The Ralphie Report
The Buffs will look icy on Saturday.
Washington State Football: Cougars Midseason Review and Second Half Preview
The 2018 season marked a four-year culmination for Washington State football. Beginning in 2015, the Cougars broke through under head coach Mike...
Women’s soccer notebook: Forward Morgan Weaver one of Washington State’s all-time best | The Spokesman-Review
There was a time – an admittedly young, stubborn time – when Morgan Weaver was reluctant to visit the campus of Washington State.
Early season successes of Easop Winston Jr., Dezmon Patmon throw Washington State passing game off-balance | The Spokesman-Review
Seniors Dezmon Patmon and Easop Winston Jr., alternating at the “Z” receiver position to Gordon’s far right, are carrying much more of the yardage and receptions load than the “X”, “Y” and “H” receivers for the Cougars, with 32% of the team’s receptions through six games.
Smile for the cameras | Sports | lmtribune.com
PULLMAN — At a time when the Washington State football coaches are saying “no” to Twitter and “yes” to HBO cameras, it’s logical to ask, “What constitutes a distraction?”
With Jason Peters ‘week to week,’ the future starts now for the Eagles and rookie Andre Dillard
The Cowboys' Robert Quinn will be a tough road matchup for the left tackle's first NFL start.
Gardner Minshew II - Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Press availability transcript.
Stats vs. Scout: What is Gardner Minshew’s value in fantasy (and real) football, this year and beyond? – The Athletic
Emory Hunt (the scout) and Michael Salfino (the analyst) dig into Gardner Minshew's fantasy and real NFL future, for this season and beyond.
Wednesday update: Changing times in the secondary
*Things are quieter around quarterback Gardner Minshew II these days.
Cougars Finish Strong in Corvallis - Washington State University Athletics
Senior Nicklaus Chiam leads WSU for second-straight tournament.
CJ Elleby Named To Julius Erving Watch List - Washington State University Athletics
The sophomore was named to the watchlist as one of the top-20 small forwards in college basketball.
Cougs Set For Multiple Races - Washington State University Athletics
Cross Country to travel to the Nuttycombe Wisconsin Invite, and the Sasquatch Invite.
Women's Basketball to Hold an Open Practice Friday - Washington State University Athletics
The Cougars open the doors to Beasley Friday beginning at 2:30 p.m.
Back In Bohler - Washington State University Athletics
Volleyball to host Arizona and Arizona State inside Bohler Gym this weekend.
Duck Hunting - Washington State University Athletics
Soccer heads to Eugene on Saturday for the Cougars' lone contest of the week -- against Oregon.