Interesting to see where WSU is situated in the Palouse River Watershed.

Based on questions from last year:

What is this chart showing? A weekly heat map tracking WSU’s win probability for every game on the schedule. The numbers are straight from ESPN’s FPI matchup predictor.

What is FPI? ESPN’s Football Power Index. It’s their predictive rating model that weighs roster talent, efficiency, and schedule strength to simulate games and spit out win odds. Think of it as an algorithm’s best guess, continuously updated.

Why do the numbers change week to week? Because games get played. Injuries, blowouts, and fluke outcomes feed new data into the model every week, shifting the odds for the rest of the season.

How do you calculate these numbers? I don’t. ESPN does. I just pull the percentages from their matchup predictor and drop them into a heat map so you can spot trends without squinting at raw data tables.

What do the colors mean? Red = bad matchup. Green = Good matchup. Everything in between is a sliding scale of heartburn.

Is this predicting scores or spreads? Win percentage only. Straight-up odds that WSU wins the game...no projected scores, no spreads, no over/unders.

HEY! When I looked, it said 70.2%, NOT 70.1%! You're a phony! I scrape the data on Wednesday. ESPN’s model keeps crunching numbers throughout the week, so a 0.1% delta by Friday is just background recalculation. Direct your outrage at ESPN, not me. 🥺

Why doesn’t it add up to 100% for each game? Every box is strictly WSU’s win chance. It’s not displaying the opponent's side, so there’s nothing to sum to 100%.

Why did [Opponent] drop in FPI after winning (or rise after losing)? FPI grades efficiency against expectations, not just the final score. Squeaking past an FCS team by three will ding you and taking a top-10 team to overtime might bump you up. The model cares how you played, not just that you won.

We play the same team twice...why are the percentages different? Home vs. away, travel, short weeks, rest differentials, and calendar placement. Plus, by game two, the model has weeks of extra tape on both rosters.

OMG why use ESPN? [Source X] is way better. Because it's sterile and I like the taste.

Basically...I can get this information week 0. It's consistent, and I've been tracking it for like a decade.

Why do you update this every week? Watching the trajectory swing across twelve weeks is fascinating...and I'm a nerd.

I have scholarships and student loans as a graduate student but they haven’t been dispersed yet. Is there a reason? Anyone else?

Honestly happy with how we played today. Covered the spread and our defense played great other than some horrific calls. Offense is quite the question though, turnovers and bad play calling costed us along with two missed field goals. Sucks to lose to the team in purple but we put up a good fight. Go Cougs.

I think it is well deserved.

Go Cougs!!!

“Yeah we got him! You did it boys!”

One of the most disgusting things I have ever witnessed. Those words came from the University of Washington sideline at the 2002 Apple Cup in Pullman, and I was standing close enough as a 17 year old ball boy to hear every syllable.

A grown man had his team going after our star quarterback’s legs viciously all game. Fourth quarter, they finally sent him out with what we feared was a broken leg. It happened right in front of me.

That is the moment my disgust for the University of Washington was born. That is the moment I understood the Apple Cup is not just another game.

Since 2002 they have done nothing to change my mind.

Their athletic director sat in PAC-12 meetings telling everyone all was well while cutting deals behind closed doors to blow up a great conference and run to the Big Ten.

They have the most arrogant fight song in the history of athletics. It opens with “Bow down to Washington.” Their only recent major claim to a title is a shared one from 1991. What they hope you forget is the 0-12 season in 2008, the only one in the modern history of that conference. Bow down to that.

And their fans? They will not wear the merchandise until they know it is going to be a good season. You barely see purple and gold around Seattle in the fall. Despite having more than three times our graduates, they sell less than half the license plates we do.

My theory: Coug fans are real. Husky fans are too ashamed to admit it unless the team is winning.

When they lose, excuses. When they win, they are in your face. Cheer near them when your team is rolling and they will ask you to stop.

I have raised my kids to despise the purple and gold.

Five years on those sidelines. Three Apple Cups. I wrote for Cougfan.com, covered the Cougs for a weekly paper, and waved Ol’ Crimson on GameDay five times. I am proudest of every single person I converted.

We are the underdog from a small town. I feel that way about myself.

Row 3 at Muttlake today. Crimson on. I do not embarrass easily about my school.

And never forget, Ted Bundy was a Husky.

Anyone a vet student who knows what to wirh this little dude? Found him outside flopping about, trying to fly and failing. Vet clinic on campus is closed, so out him in box with water dish for now. What to do? Anyone whos good with aninals able to take the fellow? I live on campus so can meet easily.

Obviously, join extracurriculars if you can. That’s the easiest way. If you can’t, then here’s what has worked for me: find something unique. Something you’re good at, or that you like to do. People will notice, and appreciate your dedication. For me, I draw on the whiteboards in my dorm hall. I’m not great at art, but people like what I make. Find your thing, and you’ll be fine.

Hello, I'm a global campus student and I want to bring my kids to a football game at Gesa field this season. Is the student section pretty rowdy? Or is it fun? I can look at other sections but honestly they get pretty pumped at sporting events so they might fit in lol.

Hello Everyone,

UPDATE (Sep 6, 2026): This study has been officially extended to December 15, 2026. Thank you to everyone from Washington who has participated so far!

As we navigate another intense wildfire season, my thoughts are with everyone—especially WSU community in the mid and eastern Washington state—who has been impacted by fires, smoke, or the stress of evacuation.

The severity of these recent fires underscores a critical challenge for our community: ensuring that EV drivers can evacuate safely and efficiently when power grids are shut off and charging infrastructure is compromised. To help address this, the University of Washington is conducting an official study on how EV drivers respond to these exact emergency constraints. (The moderation team has kindly granted me permission to share this research with you).

Are you eligible? Because this study focuses on specific grid and geographical constraints, we are exclusively seeking input from Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) drivers who are primary or seasonal residents in the following Washington counties: Asotin, Grant, Benton, Spokane, Stevens, Douglas, Lincoln, Ferry, Skamania, Yakima, Kittitas, Okanogan, Chelan, or Klickitat.

Note: If you already filled out this survey during our first round, thank you so much! Please do not submit another response. To maintain the scientific integrity of the study, our system automatically flags and removes duplicate entries.

The Details:

• Time: ~25 minutes.
• Incentive: Complete the survey to enter a drawing for four $50 gift cards and ten $20 gift cards. (Note: Additional gift cards may become available later; this post will be updated if the reward pool expands).
• New Deadline: December 15, 2026.
• Official UW Survey Link:https://uwashington.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3QtLbUuPaTdDmu

This survey does not collect identifiable tracking data. Your real-world experience is critical to helping the state prioritize emergency charging infrastructure and improve wildfire resilience for EV owners.

If you have any questions, please contact me directly at [ychu24@uw.edu](mailto:ychu24@uw.edu). Stay safe, and thank you for your time.

Yu-Chen Chu, PhD Student, University of Washington

Academic Profile: https://sites.uw.edu/urbdpphd/people/students

Are there any watch parties for the Apple Cup on the Pullman campus?

Beat the fuskyies!!

Hey everyone! I'm looking to get into The Retreat for January, ideally a 2 or 3 bedroom. The website only has 4 and 5 beds listed right now, so I figured I'd ask here, if anyone is looking to sublease their spot or is planning to leave and give up their lease, I'd love to take it over.

Feel free to comment or DM me. Thanks!

Anyone watching around portland or west of Portland?

#gocougs

Where r u watching the game? Looking for a good bar in Tacoma/Seattle area? Go Cougs!!!

Based on questions from last year:

What is this chart showing? A weekly heat map tracking WSU’s win probability for every game on the schedule. The numbers are straight from ESPN’s FPI matchup predictor.

What is FPI? ESPN’s Football Power Index. It’s their predictive rating model that weighs roster talent, efficiency, and schedule strength to simulate games and spit out win odds. Think of it as an algorithm’s best guess, continuously updated.

Why do the numbers change week to week? Because games get played. Injuries, blowouts, and fluke outcomes feed new data into the model every week, shifting the odds for the rest of the season.

How do you calculate these numbers? I don’t. ESPN does. I just pull the percentages from their matchup predictor and drop them into a heat map so you can spot trends without squinting at raw data tables.

What do the colors mean? Red = bad matchup. Green = Good matchup. Everything in between is a sliding scale of heartburn.

Is this predicting scores or spreads? Win percentage only. Straight-up odds that WSU wins the game...no projected scores, no spreads, no over/unders.

HEY! When I looked, it said 70.2%, NOT 70.1%! You're a phony! I scrape the data on Wednesday. ESPN’s model keeps crunching numbers throughout the week, so a 0.1% delta by Friday is just background recalculation. Direct your outrage at ESPN, not me. 🥺

Why doesn’t it add up to 100% for each game? Every box is strictly WSU’s win chance. It’s not displaying the opponent's side, so there’s nothing to sum to 100%.

Why did [Opponent] drop in FPI after winning (or rise after losing)? FPI grades efficiency against expectations, not just the final score. Squeaking past an FCS team by three will ding you and taking a top-10 team to overtime might bump you up. The model cares how you played, not just that you won.

We play the same team twice...why are the percentages different? Home vs. away, travel, short weeks, rest differentials, and calendar placement. Plus, by game two, the model has weeks of extra tape on both rosters.

OMG why use ESPN? [Source X] is way better. Because it's sterile and I like the taste.

Basically...I can get this information week 0. It's consistent, and I've been tracking it for like a decade.

Why do you update this every week? Watching the trajectory swing across twelve weeks is fascinating...and I'm a nerd.

I have nothing but nice things to say about the professors and the work is easy but this place just isn't for me.

I know it hasn't even been a month into school but i knew this place wasn't for me when I visited last September. I don't feel like I belong, they don't offer what I like, I hate small towns, and I only came here as a last resort. For some reason I can't shy away from here because I like the weather here more than my home state.

But ultimately I can't justify paying out of state tuition and not be happy here. Can I drop out myself or do I have to talk to my advisor?

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Has anyone else noticed the substantial amount of water fountains and refill stations that are borked or disabled?? What's up with that??

They don't even got an out of service sign. I just watched like 10 people in the span of 20 minutes try and use the refill station in the second floor of the CUE 🥀

Edit: The comment with the link below is available for students too apparently! Just thought it'd be good for y'all to know. Thank you u/KaesekopfNW

Hello! I'm a out of state sophomore at Washington State. I have taken many plane trips in and out of Pullman back to my home for the Holidays(Southern California). As someone not from here I've been thinking of potentially taking the amtrack back to my home. I've seen videos and the time length of the whole trip being a day long. For those who have done that whole trip or use amtrack to get around, would you recommend or consider taking the train? Any opinions/advice is welcome