The Apple Cup just got bigger and more dramatic—moving to Sunday, September sixth, at 1 p.m. Pacific, marking the first-ever Sunday showdown in this historic rivalry. With Washington leading 77-34 and six ties, this prime-time slot is NBC’s bid to hype up college football before the NFL season. Both teams get an extra day to prep, adding strategic intrigue to an already electric season opener. Plus, Huskies’ next two games are locked in: Utah State on Sept. 12 at 12:30 p.m. PT on BTN, and Eastern Washington on Sept. 19 at 4:15 p.m. PT, also on BTN. Five of twelve games now set—fans are buzzing for what’s next.

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The Washington State Cougars’ 2026 football schedule drops big news: the Apple Cup moves to Sunday, September 6th, and most kickoff times are locked in for easy planning. The season opens with a 1 p.m. NBC showdown against Washington, followed by an early 9 a.m. game at Kansas State on TNT and HBO Max. Only the season finale remains a flex game, but fans will love the surge of 3 p.m. kickoffs. Just four games start after 6 p.m., with two major home games—Arizona and Boise State—scheduled for 4:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. respectively. This is a fan-friendly schedule designed for smooth travel and tailgating.

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Deone Bucannon, former NFL star and Arizona Cardinals linebacker, finally walked across the stage to earn his diploma — a promise he made to his parents back in 2014 when he left Washington State to pursue his pro football dream. After five seasons in the league, injuries, and a few team changes, he retired with the Buccaneers in 2021 — but never forgot his commitment to finish school. Raised in a military family that valued perseverance, Bucannon tackled his online classes with renewed focus, even as his attention span improved with age. The NFL helped cover his tuition, and though he missed the ceremony due to scheduling, the achievement felt just as monumental. Now 32, he’s ready for whatever’s next — and more importantly, cherishing time with his family after keeping a promise that defined his character.

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