Washington Huskies struggle in 41-24 loss to Iowa, drop to 0-3 in Big Ten

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Washington Huskies struggle in 41-24 loss to Iowa, drop to 0-3 in Big Ten
Summary

The Washington Huskies faced a significant setback on October 9, falling 41-24 to Iowa, marking their third consecutive loss in Big Ten play. After a lackluster first half, failing to muster more than three points before halftime, the Huskies battled back with backup quarterback Elijah Brown, who threw for 251 yards and three touchdowns. However, Iowa's Kamari Moulton dominated the ground game with 208 rushing yards and two touchdowns, exposing the Washington defense's tackling issues. Following the defeat, Washington’s performance raises questions about their preparedness for the rigors of Big Ten competition under head coach Jedd Fisch, now in his third year. The Huskies will need to regroup to address these deficiencies as they move forward in the season.

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  • •Washington drops to 0-3 in Big Ten play after the loss to Iowa
  • •Demond Williams Jr. left the game with a shoulder injury
  • •Elijah Brown threw for 251 yards and 3 touchdowns in the second half
  • •Kamari Moulton rushed for 208 yards, exposing Washington's defense
  • •Washington struggles to establish a competitive identity in Big Ten Racing
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  • 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Immediate Reactions Following Washington's Ugly 41-24 Loss vs. Iowa
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Friday night brought out the harsh truth about the current state of Jedd Fisch's Washington Huskies.

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