Washington football adopts Say Who, Say What as a fan pregame tradition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The University of Washington football program is expanding its long-standing "Say Who, Say What" chant from the tunnel to the stands at Husky Stadium. Originating in the 1970s, the player-led pregame ritual will now incorporate the marching band and an on-field emcee to lead the crowd. This change aims to heighten the environment at the venue, which holds a 21-4 record for the team over the last 25 games. Former players Lincoln Kennedy, Jake Locker, and Lawyer Milloy featured in a promotional announcement to signal the shift to supporters. The tradition will debut during the upcoming home schedule, which includes contests against the Apple Cup opponent, Minnesota, Iowa, Penn State, and Indiana. Head coach Jedd Fisch enters his third season leading the program as it seeks to maintain its status as a top home-field advantage in college football.
- •The Say Who, Say What chant originated in the 1970s as a tunnel-only player tradition.
- •Fans will now be guided by the marching band and an emcee to participate pregame.
- •Washington holds a 21-4 home record over its last 25 games at Husky Stadium.
- •The home schedule features opponents including Minnesota, Iowa, Penn State, and Indiana.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Washington Football Announces New Pregame Tradition
"The iconic "Say Who, Say What" chant is set to make its way from the tunnel to the stands of Husky Stadium as a new pregame tradition on Montlake.
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