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Injuries Plague Washington State's Spring Football Practices

3/26/2026

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Washington State's spring football practices start with key players injured, including offensive linemen Jaylin Caldwell and Trey Leckner, safety Kyle Peterson, and tight end Lolo Ta'aga, all missing the entire spring.
Coach Kirby Moore announced that Max McCree will start at right tackle, with Chris Lino and Xavier Thorpe also vying for the position.
The spring game will have a structured format, with the first half mimicking a true game, emphasizing quarterbacks Caden Pinnick, Julian Dugger, and Owen Eshelman competing for the starting role under pressure.

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Story summary

Washington State's spring football practices start with key players injured, including offensive linemen Jaylin Caldwell and Trey Leckner, safety Kyle Peterson, and tight end Lolo Ta'aga, all missing the entire spring.
Coach Kirby Moore announced that Max McCree will start at right tackle, with Chris Lino and Xavier Thorpe also vying for the position.
The spring game will have a structured format, with the first half mimicking a true game, emphasizing quarterbacks Caden Pinnick, Julian Dugger, and Owen Eshelman competing for the starting role under pressure.