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Huskies Heavily Favored Over Eagles
19 Sep
Summary
- Washington Huskies are 2-0, Eastern Washington Eagles are 1-2.
- Huskies defense leads FBS with six passes defended.
- Demond Williams Jr. has 517 passing yards for Washington.
The Washington Huskies will host the Eastern Washington Eagles on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Washington enters the game with a 2-0 record, having defeated Washington State and Utah State. Their defense has been particularly impressive, leading the nation with six passes defended. Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. has thrown for 517 yards and one touchdown without an interception through two games.
Eastern Washington, with a 1-2 record, is led by quarterback Nate Bell. Bell has accumulated 781 passing yards, six touchdowns, and two interceptions. He also leads the team with four rushing touchdowns. Despite their offensive production, the Eagles are considerable underdogs against the Huskies.
The Huskies, despite their undefeated record, have slipped out of the AP Top 25. Demond Williams Jr. has been a dual-threat for Washington, contributing significantly with both his arm and legs. His performance has placed him in early Heisman Trophy conversations for 2026.
Nate Bell's ability to extend plays with his legs will be crucial for Eastern Washington as they face a strong FBS defense. The Eagles' passing offense ranks fourth among FCS teams, averaging 260.3 yards per game.
