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Washington Aims to Tame Iowa's Run Game
8 Oct
Summary
- Washington seeks to improve run defense after a 2024 loss.
- Iowa's offense has rushed for over 200 yards twice this season.
- The Huskies' defense has not allowed a 200-yard rushing game in 18 games.
Washington's head coach, Jedd Fisch, is preparing his team to face Iowa, emphasizing the need to control the line of scrimmage and field position. He recalls a challenging 2024 conference matchup where Iowa's rushing attack dominated, a stark contrast to the defensive resilience shown in the 18 games since Ryan Walters took over as defensive coordinator. In those 18 games, the Huskies' defense has not allowed an opponent to rush for 200 yards.
This season, Iowa's offense has demonstrated its ground game capabilities, achieving over 200 rushing yards in two games. However, their recent conference openers against Michigan and Ohio State saw a combined total of only 97 rushing yards. Washington, conversely, has surrendered at least 100 rushing yards in four of their first five games this year. The upcoming Friday night game at Husky Stadium is anticipated to be a four-quarter contest, similar to Washington's recent close games against Minnesota and USC.
