Washington seeks bowl eligibility against Penn State on Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Washington aims for bowl eligibility as they host Penn State on Saturday afternoon. The Huskies have recorded two consecutive wins following a tough start to Big Ten play, while the Nittany Lions are looking to improve from their 1-4 conference record. Historically, Washington has struggled against PSU, losing all four previous matchups, including a 35-6 defeat in 2024. Coach Jedd Fisch's team will try to secure their fifth straight bowl appearance, needing to achieve a six-win mark this season. The matchup comes as Washington searches for their first conference win in Seattle this season.
- •Washington has two straight wins and aims for a sixth victory.
- •Penn State has a 1-4 record in Big Ten play this season.
- •Washington has never beaten Penn State in their 137-year history.
- •Coach Jedd Fisch's team seeks to perform better at home after a tough start.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Washington Seeking Bowl Eligibility for 5th Straight Season
"Washington will have to rewrite history in order to hit the six-win mark on Saturday afternoon.
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