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Huskies Defense Dominates Washington State in Apple Cup
6 Sep
Summary
- Washington Huskies boast a strong defense, allowing only 18.5 points per game at home.
- Jedd Fisch returns 10 defensive starters for the Huskies' formidable home defense.
- Washington State faces a tough challenge against a highly talented Huskies team.
As the college football season kicks off, the Washington Huskies are set to showcase their formidable defense. Playing at Husky Stadium, the Husky defense proved exceptionally strong last season, conceding an average of only 18.5 points per game at home. This defensive unit, which never allowed more than 26 points on their home turf despite facing tough opponents like Oregon and Ohio State, returns 10 starters under Jedd Fisch.
The talented Demond Williams Jr. is a known asset, but the defense is considered the key to the Huskies' potential playoff aspirations. Washington State, navigating the aftermath of the original Pac-12's dissolution, faces a significant challenge. Their previous Apple Cup encounter was difficult, and despite portal additions like Caden Pinnick, they are expected to struggle against Washington's well-regarded defense. The Huskies are heavily favored in this matchup, with a lean towards the under on the total points.
