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Washington Dominates Second Half, Defeats Colorado State 21-21

8/31/2025

Summary

Story summary

Colorado State tied the game at 21-21 in the third quarter but struggled with turnovers and missed chances.
Washington's Demond Williams Jr. threw for 226 yards and rushed for 68 yards; Jonah Coleman added 177 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
CSU's Jalen Dupree contributed 85 rushing yards and a touchdown, but the team lost momentum in the second half.
Coach Jay Norvell stressed the need for better execution and physicality for future games.
Washington's defense, led by safety Makell Esteen, shut out CSU's offense in the second half after a key interception.

History

Historical Context

In 1994, the Colorado State Rams achieved a notable upset by defeating the Michigan Wolverines in the Holiday Bowl, showcasing their offensive strength with a quarterback throwing for 300 yards. This victory marked a high point for the Rams under Coach Sonny Lubick. Today, CSU faces similar challenges against Washington, emphasizing the need for improved execution and physicality to succeed in competitive college football.

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Story summary

Colorado State tied the game at 21-21 in the third quarter but struggled with turnovers and missed chances.
Washington's Demond Williams Jr. threw for 226 yards and rushed for 68 yards; Jonah Coleman added 177 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
CSU's Jalen Dupree contributed 85 rushing yards and a touchdown, but the team lost momentum in the second half.
Coach Jay Norvell stressed the need for better execution and physicality for future games.
Washington's defense, led by safety Makell Esteen, shut out CSU's offense in the second half after a key interception.

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