Washington loses to Minnesota; expectations remain unchanged for Huskies

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Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Washington loses to Minnesota; expectations remain unchanged for Huskies
Summary

The Washington Huskies fell to the Minnesota Golden Gophers 27-24 on October 1, marking a disappointing start to Big Ten play. Coach Jedd Fisch emphasized that despite the loss, his team's expectations have not changed as they aim for a College Football Playoff berth. The Huskies have struggled in their non-conference games and now face a challenging schedule ahead. Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. stated that the team must learn from the loss and prepare for the upcoming game while dealing with injuries among their running backs, including the loss of Julian McMahan for the season.

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  • •Washington falls to Minnesota 27-24 in Big Ten opener.
  • •Jedd Fisch maintains high expectations for the team.
  • •Injuries affecting the running back position this season.
  • •Demond Williams Jr. emphasizes learning from the defeat.
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Despite a loss to Minnesota, Jedd Fisch's expectations for the Washington Huskies haven't changed.

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