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WSU Defense Thrives Amid Offense Struggles
Washington State's defense keeps teams in games despite offensive chaos.
In brief
Washington State's defense keeps teams in games despite offensive chaos. Washington State's defense has forced five turnovers and allowed 23.7 points per game while their offense struggles with nine turnovers. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Keith Brown ignores distractions
Keith Brown deleted social media during fall camp to focus on WSU's defense.
“just continue to compete”
WSU defense faces tough field position
WSU ranks dead last in field position value with 65.2 average starting field position.
Defensive stats show resilience
WSU defense forces seven punts and five turnovers while allowing 23.7 points per game.
Opponent field position challenges
Opponents start drives at about the 35-yard line on average against WSU defense.
Defensive coordinator Trent Bray returns
Trent Bray returns to Corvallis after coaching Oregon State in 2024 and 2025.
WSU defense handles OSU offense
WSU defense has been handed 25% of games starting at 40-yard line or further.
Defensive success in recent game
WSU defense forced a fumble in Utah State game that led to a fourth-quarter lead.
The bottom line
Washington State's defense has forced five turnovers and allowed 23.7 points per game while their offense struggles with nine turnovers.
