Washington State Cougars football
The Washington State Cougars represent Washington State University in Pullman, Washington, and have one of the longest football traditions in the Pacific Northwest. Washington State football dates back to the late 19th century, giving the Cougars more than a century of college football history. Known affectionately as the Cougs, the program has built a distinctive identity around its crimson and gray colors, passionate fan base, and historic rivalry with the Washington Huskies.
Washington State has produced many memorable teams throughout its long history. One of the earliest highlights came in 1915, when the Cougars finished a perfect 7-0 season and defeated Brown 14-0 in the Rose Bowl. Decades later, Washington State returned to the national spotlight during the 1990s. The 1997 Cougars went 10-2, shared the Pacific-10 Conference championship, and earned a place in the 1998 Rose Bowl, where they faced eventual national champion Michigan.
The Cougars have produced a remarkable list of football legends. Mel Hein, one of the greatest centers in football history, became a consensus All-American at Washington State before a legendary career with the New York Giants. Quarterback Jack Thompson, known as the “Throwin' Samoan,” became one of the most prolific passers in college football during the 1970s. Other notable Cougars include Drew Bledsoe, Ryan Leaf, Jason Hanson, Hugh Campbell, Keith Jackson, Rueben Mayes, Marcus Trufant, Mike Utley, James Hasty and Gardner Minshew.
Washington State has officially retired two football jersey numbers: #7 Mel Hein and #14 Jack Thompson. Hein was the first Cougar football player to have his number retired, while Thompson became the second. The university's WSU Athletic Hall of Fame also preserves the achievements of generations of outstanding football players, coaches and teams, including the historic 1930 undefeated team and the 2026 Hall of Fame class featuring the 1981 football team.
Our Washington State Cougars football jerseys are not limited to the most famous players. You can find jerseys representing legendary quarterbacks, historic teams, NFL stars, fan favorites, and much more obscure players from throughout the program's history. From Mel Hein and Jack Thompson to Drew Bledsoe, Ryan Leaf, Gardner Minshew and other memorable Cougars, our goal is to celebrate the complete history of Washington State football.
Every player name, jersey number, and Washington State Cougars team logo on our jerseys is made with stitched / embroidered tackle twill. This traditional construction gives the lettering, numbering and team details a raised, classic football appearance while preserving the distinctive crimson-and-gray identity of the Cougars.
From the early days of Washington State football and the undefeated 1915 team to the historic Rose Bowl appearances, the high-powered offenses of the 1990s, and the memorable players of more recent generations, the Cougars have created a rich football tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Discover Washington State Cougars jerseys from legendary stars to the most obscure players in program history — because every Cougar has a story, and no Cougar should be forgotten.
