Minshew II, Washington St. beats Oregon State 56-37

CORVALLIS, Ore. -- When Washington State fell behind on Saturday, the Cougars' offense responded, and that's part of the team's mindset, said quarterback Gardner Minshew II. "Any time our backs are to the wall, we're going to come out swinging," Minshew added. Minshew threw for 430 yards and five touchdowns as Washington State scored 28 straight second half points to beat Oregon State 56-37 on Saturday night. Tay Martin had 119 yards receiving and two touchdowns and James Williams added 134 yards from scrimmage and a receiving touchdown for the Cougars (5-1, 2-1 Pac-12). "We have a bunch of guys who can make plays, and I trust any of them in one-on-ones," Minshew said. Washington State Coach Mike Leach said Minshew has room for improvement this season. "He continues to get better as the receivers get used to him. The receivers around him are young guys," Leach added.