The Seattle Seahawks have reportedly hired former Washington offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb as their new OC, a move that has sparked both excitement and concern. While Grubb's background as an offensive line coach and his success at Washington are seen as positives, there are concerns about his transition to coaching in the NFL and the timing of his move from college football to the pros. The hiring has also raised questions about the state of college football coaching and the impact of coaching turnovers on players.
The UW Huskies are set to have both a Belichick and a Carroll on their coaching staff, with Steve Belichick reportedly joining as defensive coordinator and Brennan Carroll already on board as offensive coordinator. Former UW quarterback Brock Huard expressed intrigue at the pairing of coordinators from famous football families and expects involvement from Pete Carroll and possibly Bill Belichick. The combination of a Carroll and a Belichick could help head coach Jedd Fisch achieve his goal of assembling a top-class team, and the involvement of these well-known names is expected to generate significant interest and support for the program.
Despite significant losses to graduation and the transfer portal, new UW Huskies head coach Jedd Fisch has managed to retain key players like QB Will Rogers, DL Sebastian Valdez, OL Drew Azzopardi, DB Kamren Fabiculanan, and WR Denzel Boston, who will be crucial to Washington's rebuilding efforts in 2024 as they transition to the Big Ten and navigate a challenging schedule.
Former UW Huskies head coach Kalen DeBoer's move to Alabama has led to major turnover at the program, with players entering the transfer portal and high-profile recruits decommitting. College football analyst Brock Huard expressed skepticism about DeBoer's transition to the SEC, citing the conference's competitive and cutthroat nature. While Huard spoke highly of DeBoer's time at UW, he admitted to hoping for a challenging start for DeBoer at Alabama.
Jedd Fisch was introduced as the new head coach for UW Huskies football, following the departure of Kalen DeBoer to Alabama. Fisch, known for his recruiting prowess, faces the challenge of rebuilding a depleted roster as the team transitions to the Big Ten. While Fisch's coaching history suggests he may not stay long-term, UW's athletic director Troy Dannen was prepared for this possibility and is optimistic about Fisch's potential to lead the team to championships.
Former Seahawks quarterbacks Matt Hasselbeck and Brock Huard express support for new UW Huskies head football coach Jedd Fisch, citing his intelligence and coaching experience with various NFL and college teams. The quick hire was seen as necessary following the departure of previous coach Kalen DeBoer and amid concerns about the team's roster.
The University of Washington Huskies have secured transfer quarterback Will Rogers from Mississippi State, who will likely become their next starting quarterback after Michael Penix Jr. Rogers, who played under former Washington State head coach Mike Leach, leaves Mississippi State as the program's statistical leader in passing categories. He visited Washington before committing to the Huskies for the 2024 season. Rogers will aim to follow in the footsteps of Penix, who has had a successful career at Washington after transferring from Indiana. The Huskies, led by Penix, are currently ranked No. 2 and will face Texas in the Sugar Bowl.
The UW Huskies emerged as the 2023 Pac-12 champions after defeating rival Oregon 34-31 in a thrilling rematch. With a perfect 13-0 record, Washington is likely to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff. Head coach Kalen DeBoer has led the team to a 20-game winning streak, and their stellar performance against Oregon showcased the talents of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the receiver trio of Rome Odunze, Jalen McMillan, and Ja'Lynn Polk. The Huskies' next destination could be either the Rose Bowl or the Sugar Bowl on New Year's Day.
Despite the UW Huskies being ranked No. 3 and having previously beaten the No. 5 Oregon Ducks, they are considered big underdogs in the upcoming Pac-12 Championship. Analyst Brock Huard attributes this to Oregon's dominant performances, complete team, and game control in recent games. The Huskies' kicker missing a field goal in their previous matchup also plays a role. However, Huard suggests that being the underdog could motivate the Huskies and fuel their performance in the championship game.
The No. 4 UW Huskies defeated the WSU Cougars 24-21 in the Apple Cup with a game-winning 42-yard field goal by kicker Grady Gross as time expired. The victory secured Washington's first unbeaten regular season since 1991 and their second 12-0 record ever. The Huskies made a gutsy call on fourth down deep in their own territory, converting with a trick play that set up the winning field goal. Despite the win, concerns remain about the Huskies' offense, which has struggled in recent weeks. They now face a rematch against No. 6 Oregon in the Pac-12 Championship game.
The undefeated No. 5-ranked UW Huskies secured their spot in the Pac-12 Championship game after defeating No. 10-ranked Oregon State 22-20. With a perfect 11-0 record, Washington will face either Oregon or Arizona in the conference championship. Oregon is the favorite, but Arizona still has a chance to make it if they win against Arizona State and Oregon loses to Oregon State. The Huskies will wrap up their regular season with the Apple Cup against Washington State.
The No. 5 UW Huskies remained undefeated with a 35-28 win over Utah, improving their record to 10-0 for the second time in school history. Despite a shaky defensive performance in the first half, the Huskies shut out the Utes in the final two quarters. UW's defense outscored Utah's offense with a third-quarter safety. The game featured a critical mistake by UW linebacker Alphonzo Tuputala, who dropped the ball before crossing the goal line after intercepting a pass. However, the Huskies managed to secure the victory. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. connected with receiver Rome Odunze for two touchdowns, contributing to UW's offensive success.
The unbeaten UW Huskies remain at No. 5 in the AP top 25 college football poll, despite their latest win against USC. The poll results indicate a lack of respect for the Huskies, who received an increase of only six points from the previous week. The top five teams in the poll are Georgia, Michigan, Ohio State, Florida State, and Washington. Pac-12 rival Oregon follows at No. 6, and a rematch between Washington and Oregon in the Pac-12 Championship is likely. USC, once ranked No. 6, is now unranked.
The UW Huskies softball team swept aside Louisiana in a best-of-three Super Regional series to punch its ticket to the Women’s College World Series (WCWS) in Oklahoma City. The Huskies broke a scoreless tie in the sixth inning of Game 2 on Saturday, with second baseman Baylee Klingler driving a double to deep center field and pinch-runner Avery Hobson scoring on a sacrifice fly by right fielder Madison Huskey. UW added a run on a steal of home in the seventh by Brooklyn Carter. Lindsey Lopez earned the win with six scoreless innings, working around seven hits and a walk while striking out seven.
The University of Washington softball team made history by overcoming a six-run deficit in the final inning of an NCAA tournament game to beat McNeese State and advance to the Super Regionals. The Huskies will now host Louisiana in a best-of-three series, with the winner advancing to the World Series. The Seattle Times called it one of the most dramatic wins in program history.
