Washington football ranks tenth in 2026 preseason poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
On3's Brett McMurphy has placed the Washington Huskies at No. 10 in his 2026 preseason top 25 rankings. This ranking follows a 9-4 season for the Huskies in 2025, including a win in the LA Bowl against Boise State. Head coach Jedd Fisch is facing a crucial third season, banking on quarterback Demond Williams Jr. and a strong defense led by Ryan Walters. The Huskies will look to improve their away record, having struggled in Big Ten road games recently. They are set to face several ranked opponents this season, including Iowa and Penn State at home.
- •Washington Huskies ranked No. 10 in preseason by On3's Brett McMurphy.
- •Huskies coming off a 9-4 season, including a LA Bowl win.
- •Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. returns for 2026 season.
- •Head coach Jedd Fisch seeks to improve away game performance.
- •Huskies face Iowa, Penn State, and Indiana at home this season.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — College football analyst ranks Washington football inside top ten
"On3's Brett McMurphy made himself the new high man on the Washington Huskies with his 2026 preseason rankings.
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