Inside Nick Rolovich's downfall at Washington State over the COVID-19 vaccine
This is the story of the chaotic final days of the battle between Nick Rolovich and Washington State over his vaccination status.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
4-4, 3rd in Pac 12 - North
BYU beats Washington State in 1st game since Rolovich fired
— Tyler Allgeier ran for 191 yards and two touchdowns and BYU beat Washington State 21-19 on Saturday in Washington State's first game since head coach Nick Rolovich was fired for refusing to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
Borghi crosses the goal line for WSU's first TD (0:19)
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Everything you need to know about Nick Rolovich's firing and what comes next
Here's everything you need to know about Washington State's decision to fire football coach Nick Rolovich after he refused to get vaccinated against COVID-19, and where the Cougars go from here.
Rolovich to sue over firing, cites 'vindictive' AD
Former Washington State coach Nick Rolovich plans to sue the university for being fired for not getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
Wash. St. coach: Focus on 'faith, trust and belief'
Washington State acting head coach Jake Dickert said Tuesday that his immediate focus in his new role is providing support and stability for players after Nick Rolovich was fired on Monday.
Washington State coaching search: Who could take over after Nick Rolovich's dismissal?
Nick Rolovich is out as Washington State's football coach after refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Whom can the Cougars target to replace him?
Rolovich out as Washington State football coach (1:27)
WSU coach Rolovich fired after refusing vaccine
Washington State fired football coach Nick Rolovich and four of his assistants on Monday after they refused to comply with a mandate that all state employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Facing vax deadline, WSU coach's status unclear
Washington State coach Nick Rolovich said he has not been updated on the status of his religious exemption request that is needed to be compliant with the state's COVID-19 vaccination mandate.
Stanford Cardinal vs. Washington State Cougars: Full Highlights (1:49)
Borghi leads Washington State over Stanford 34-31
— Max Borghi scored on a 2-yard run with 1:30 left in the game as Washington State came back to beat Stanford 34-31 on Saturday in what was possibly the last game for WSU coach Nick Rolovich because of his refusal to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
Tanner Mckee airs it out for 8-yard touchdown Pass (0:23)
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Washington State takes down Oregon State in thriller (3:01)
De Laura leads Washington State over Oregon State 31-24
— Jayden de Laura threw for 399 yards and three touchdowns as Washington State beat Oregon State 31-24 on Saturday.
Oregon State's Trey Lowe nearly pulls off miraculous first down (1:02)
What's next for the Pac-12 after Oregon's disappointing loss?
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De Laura's return sparks Washington State past Cal 21-6
— Jayden de Laura passed for three touchdowns, two to Calvin Jackson Jr. who made a spectacular one-handed grab near the corner of the end zone, and Washington State beat California 21-6 on Saturday.
Washington State Cougars vs. California Golden Bears: Full Highlights (1:45)
Washington State WR shot, in serious condition
Washington State wide receiver Brandon Gray was shot in Pullman early Saturday morning and is in serious but stable condition.
Pledger helps Utah rally past Washington State 24-13
— TJ Pledger rushed for 117 yards and the go-ahead touchdown as Utah came from behind to beat Washington State 24-13 on Saturday afternoon in the Utes’ Pac-12 opener.
Washington State Cougars vs. Utah Utes: Full Highlights (1:46)
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2021 Pac-12 Standings
| NORTH | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State | 3-1 | 5-2 |
| Oregon | 3-1 | 6-1 |
| Washington State | 3-2 | 4-4 |
| Washington | 2-2 | 3-4 |
| Stanford | 2-3 | 3-4 |
| California | 1-3 | 2-5 |
| SOUTH | CONF | OVR |
| Utah | 3-1 | 4-3 |
| Arizona State | 3-1 | 5-2 |
| UCLA | 3-2 | 5-3 |
| USC | 2-3 | 3-4 |
| Colorado | 1-3 | 2-5 |
| Arizona | 0-4 | 0-7 |
2021 Team Leaders
Team Stats
Passing Yards262.540th
Rushing Yards108.8113th
Points For24.9173rd
Points Against25.165th
2022 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adryan Lara | QB-PP | Committed | 79 |
| Taariq Al-Uqdah | ILB | Committed | 78 |
| Eric Wilder | OT | Committed | 78 |
| Djouvensky Schlenbaker | RB | Committed | 77 |
| Jihad Lateef | OT | Committed | 76 |
Awards
| YEAR | PLAYER | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | G. Minshew II | Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award |
| 2002 | R. Long | Outland Trophy |