Brian Bonner scores twice to lead Washington past Purdue in Big Ten matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Freshman running back Brian Bonner scored two touchdowns to help Washington secure a 38-26 victory at Purdue on October 17, 2026. Bonner's performance was pivotal, especially with several running backs sidelined due to injury. He caught a quick pass for a 25-yard touchdown and added a 1-yard rushing touchdown just before halftime. His contributions, along with veteran transfer Trey Cooley's 113 rushing yards, were instrumental as Washington headed into a bye week before facing Nebraska on October 31.
- •Bonner finished with 64 rushing yards on 13 carries.
- •Cooley added 113 rushing yards in his first 100-yard game since 2021.
- •Washington leads 24-17 at halftime after Bonner's two TDs.
- •The Huskies play Nebraska next after their bye week.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Freshman RB Scores Twice to Spark Washington Offense in Win at Purdue
"With Washington's group of running backs dwindling due to injury, freshman Brian Bonner stepped up in the Huskies' win at Purdue.
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