# WSU Aims for First Win in Kirby Moore Era

> WSU seeks first win of Kirby Moore's era against FCS Duquesne in home opener.
- Title: WSU Aims for First Win in Kirby Moore Era · Seattletimes
- Summary: WSU seeks first win of Kirby Moore's era against FCS Duquesne in home opener. Washington State hopes to secure their first win of Kirby Moore's tenure with a…
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## Caden Pinnick's Early Strain
Caden Pinnick faces scrutiny as Washington State's starting quarterback after two straight losses.

> Caden Pinnick has all kinds of eyeballs on him
## WSU's Offensive Struggles
Washington State's offense ranks last in scoring offense with 408 yards and 8.5 points per game.

> the program's first time doing so in a decade
## Third-Down Conversion Crisis
Washington State converts just 2 of 21 third-down chances, one spot up from dead last nationally.

> through two games, wsu has converted just 2 of 21 chances on third down
## Offensive Line Struggles
Washington State's offensive line ranks last nationally with a pass-blocking grade of 17.3.

> the cougars offensive line ranks last nationally with a pro football focus pass-blocking grade of 17.3
## Duquesne Defense Weakness
Duquesne allows 314 rushing yards per game, a vulnerability for Washington State's running backs.

> duquesne is allowing 314 rushing yards per game
## Pinnick's Offensive Plan
Pinnick and Moore aim to simplify plays and focus on easy passes to improve offense.

> i think we’ve reached an agreement on what can help with the offense holistically
## Defensive Turnaround Hope
Washington State's defense returns starting cornerbacks after injuries for potential improvement.

> starting cornerbacks khamari terrell and jalil tucker, both of whom missed last weekend’s game due to injuries
## Duquesne's Weak Passing
Duquesne quarterback Carson Camp completes just 32% of passes for 105 yards and one touchdown.

> carson camp has completed just 32% of his passes for 105 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in two games
## WSU's Home Game Goal
Washington State aims to secure first win of Kirby Moore's era with home game against Duquesne.

> the cougars would do well to show some spark on offense
## Key takeaway

Washington State hopes to secure their first win of Kirby Moore's tenure with a home game against FCS Duquesne.