Washington Huskies face tough road games against USC and Oregon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 12:12 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Washington Huskies, coming off a 9-4 season, are preparing for significant challenges in their upcoming road games against USC and Oregon in 2026. With quarterback Demond Williams Jr. expected to play a crucial role, analysts suggest that winning at least one of these matchups is pivotal for Washington’s hopes of returning to the College Football Playoff. The team's overall balance and experience may not be enough if they struggle in these tough away contests. Their schedule includes other opportunities to secure wins and maintain a position in the top 25 through November.
- •Washington Huskies went 9-4 last season.
- •The team aims for playoff contention in 2026.
- •Demond Williams Jr. is a key player for Washington.
- •USC and Oregon represent major challenges on the road.
- •Analysts emphasize the importance of season-defining wins.
- 12:12 PMYahoo Sports — Washington Huskies' road game struggles put USC in driver's seat
"The Washington Huskies will need to be great in their road games if they want to have success. USC is in position to ruin UW's 2026 campaign
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