1964 Washington State Cougars football team


The 1964 Washington State Cougars football team was an American football team that represented Washington State University in the Athletic Association of Western Universities during the 1964 NCAA University Division football season. In their first season under head coach Bert Clark, the Cougars compiled a 3-6-1 record, and were outscored 208 to 165.
The team's statistical leaders included Dave Peterson with 478 passing yards, Clancy Williams with 783 rushing yards, and Tom Kelley with 218 receiving yards. Williams was the ninth overall pick of the 1965 NFL Draft, selected by the Los Angeles Rams.
Hired in January, Clark was previously an assistant at rival Washington for seven seasons under head coach Jim Owens. His initial contract was for three years at $16,500 per year.

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Roster

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Stanford

NFL Draft

Two Cougars were selected in the 1965 NFL Draft.
Clancy WilliamsRunning back19Los Angeles Rams
Dale FordRunning back19254San Francisco 49ers