Washington State University Dominates Toledo with Zevi Eckhaus's Dual Threat Performance

First Quarter

The Washington State University Cougars and the Toledo Rockets both entered the game with identical records of 4-4. The first quarter at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium was a defensive standoff, with neither team managing to put points on the board. Both defenses held strong, setting the stage for what would become a pivotal second quarter.

Second Quarter

The second quarter saw an offensive explosion from Wazzu, who scored 21 points while limiting Toledo to just 7. Zevi Eckhaus was instrumental in this period, showcasing his dual-threat capability by throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for another. His longest pass of 40 yards set up one of these scores, demonstrating his ability to stretch the field against the Rockets' defense.

Third Quarter

In a stark contrast to the previous period, both teams were unable to score in the third quarter. The Cougs' defense stepped up significantly during this time, highlighted by Parker McKenna's interception that thwarted a promising drive from Toledo. This defensive resilience ensured that Washington State maintained their lead heading into the final quarter.

Fourth Quarter

The final period saw Wazzu add another touchdown to their tally while keeping Toledo scoreless once again. Kirby Vorhees contributed significantly on offense with his rushing prowess, securing crucial first downs and adding a touchdown run of his own. Jack Janikowski also made an impact defensively by recording a sack and forcing a fumble that further disrupted any momentum Toledo tried to build.

With this victory over Toledo Rockets (28-7), Washington State University improved their record to 5-4 while dropping their opponents' record to 4-5.

Looking ahead, fans can catch Washington State University's next game against Oregon State Beavers on November 1st at Reser Stadium in Corvallis at 7:30 PM EDT on CBS.

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