WATCH: WSU Football Head Coach Jake Dickert Speaks With Media Ahead of Portland State

Joe Londergan | Aug 26, 2024

Oct 7, 2023; Pasadena, California, USA; Washington State Cougars head coach Jake Dickert watches game action against the UCLA Bruins during the first half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports / Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

The football season officially begins for the Washington State Cougars this Saturday, August 31. Kickoff for that contest is set for noon PT on the CW. Ahead of that matchup, Cougars head coach Jake Dickert met with the media in Pullman on Monday to discuss how his team stacks up against the Vikings. Watch the full presser below.

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-"To finally be here, there's just so much excitement for our team."
-Dickert emphasized the importance of focusing on execution, especially given the youthfulness of his current team. Even some of this year's captains are looking to start their first career game on Saturday. "I'm excited to find out who this team really is."
-Redshirt junior defensive back Jamorri Colson, who appeared in eight games for the Cougars last season, is expected to miss an extended period of time with an injury that has yet to be specified.
-Dickert's message to the fans: "I expect a sellout."
-Fa’alili Fa’amoe's return to game action will most likely be in the Apple Cup game after missing significant practice time in the spring and summer due to a knee injury. Per Dickert, Fa’amoe achieved a significant milestone in his rehab this past week, but Dickert hopes to be cautious getting the team captain back into the lineup.