Washington football projected sixth in Big Ten for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Washington Huskies are expected to finish in the top third of the Big Ten, according to Athlon Sports' 2026 preseason predictions. After a 9-4 record in 2025, including a bowl victory, the Huskies are projected to improve to 9-3 this upcoming season. Key players include quarterback Demond Williams and defensive talents like linebackers Xe'ree Alexander and Jacob Manu. Washington will face a challenging schedule with road games against Oregon, Nebraska, and USC. The team hopes to build on its defensive performance from last year, where it allowed 4.93 yards per play.
- •Washington projected to finish sixth in the Big Ten.
- •The team finished 9-4 in 2025, with a bowl win.
- •Quarterback Demond Williams is expected to elevate his game.
- •Key road games include matchups against Oregon and USC.
- •Washington's defense aims for improvement with returning linebackers.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Washington football projected among Big Ten's top teams in 2026
"Athlon Sports projected the Washington Huskies to finish inside the top third of the Big Ten in its 2026 preseason predictions.
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