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Huskies Falter Again: Third Straight Loss to Iowa
10 Oct
Summary
- Washington suffers third consecutive loss, remaining winless in Big Ten.
- Iowa's offense, led by backup QB, secured first West Coast win since 1987.
- Huskies' defense allowed most points since defensive coordinator's 2025 hiring.
Washington experienced another disappointing outcome, falling 41-24 to Iowa at Husky Stadium. This marks the Huskies' third consecutive loss, leaving them without a win in Big Ten conference play. The defeat also represents the first time Coach Jedd Fisch has endured three straight losses during his tenure at Washington.
The Hawkeyes, despite starting their second-choice quarterback, Jeremy Hecklinski, achieved their first regular-season victory on the West Coast since 1987. Washington's defense allowed a significant number of points, the most since the hiring of defensive coordinator Ryan Walters before the 2025 season.
Early in the game, Washington's offense struggled, going three-and-out on their initial drives. Iowa capitalized with field goals and touchdowns, including a significant 56-yard run by Kamari Moulton. A change at quarterback for Washington following an injury to Demond Williams Jr. sparked some offensive life, but the defense remained vulnerable.
Despite a second-half rally led by quarterback Elijah Brown, with touchdown passes to Chris Lawson and Dezmen Roebuck, Washington's defense could not contain Iowa. The Hawkeyes sealed their victory with another touchdown from Moulton, effectively ending Washington's hopes of a comeback.
