The Washington State Cougars celebrated their seniors in style on Saturday night, as they defeated the Colorado Buffaloes in a thrilling matchup. It was the seniors’ last home game, and the Cougars made sure to make it a memorable one.
The Cougars started off strong, taking a 14-7 lead into halftime. They continued to dominate in the second half, outscoring the Buffaloes 21-7 to take a 35-14 lead. The Buffaloes attempted a late comeback, but the Cougars held them off to secure the victory.
The Cougars were led by their seniors, who put on a show for the home crowd. Senior quarterback Anthony Gordon threw for 464 yards and four touchdowns, while senior running back Max Borghi ran for 131 yards and two touchdowns. Senior wide receiver Dezmon Patmon also had a big night, catching seven passes for 127 yards and two touchdowns.
The win was especially meaningful for the seniors, who were honored before the game with a special ceremony. The crowd gave them a standing ovation as they were presented with framed jerseys and flowers. After the game, the seniors were presented with a banner to commemorate their final home game.
The win was an emotional one for the Cougars, who dedicated the game to their seniors. It was a fitting end to their home careers, and a reminder of what these seniors have meant to the program. They will be remembered for years to come as the players who helped lead the Cougars to victory on Senior Night.
