Demond Williams Jr. seeks victory for Washington against No. 20 Iowa

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Demond Williams Jr. seeks victory for Washington against No. 20 Iowa
Summary

Washington hosts No. 20 Iowa on Friday at 9 p.m. ET as part of Week 6 in college football. The Huskies are aiming for their first Big Ten win after losses to Minnesota and USC, making this game critical for their conference standing. Washington's quarterback, Demond Williams Jr., has demonstrated versatility, passing for 1,327 yards and leading the team in rushing, reflecting his crucial role in the offense. Iowa's defense will be tested after struggling against Ohio State's passing game last week. The matchup promises to be pivotal in shaping Washington's season moving forward.

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  • •Washington plays No. 20 Iowa at 9 p.m. ET on Friday.
  • •Huskies lost to Minnesota and USC, seeking first conference win.
  • •Demond Williams Jr. leads offense with 1,327 passing yards.
  • •Iowa's pass defense struggled against Ohio State last week.
  • •Matchup impacts the standings in the Big Ten.
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  • 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — College football Week 6 players to watch: Can Demond Williams Jr. lead Washington to a win over No. 20 Iowa?
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The Huskies are 0-2 in Big Ten play after losses to Minnesota and USC.

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