Washington State QB Tyler Hilinski found dead Posted Jan 17, 2018 Washington State quarterback Tyler Hilinski has died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The 21-year-old Hilinski was discovered in his apartment after he didn't show up for practice Tuesday. A rifle "was recovered next to Hilinski and a suicide note was found," according to Pullman Police. Hilinski was the presumptive starting quarterback going into next season. (Associated Press)