Washington struggles again in first quarter during loss to Minnesota
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Washington lost to Minnesota 27-24 on September 28, 2026. The Huskies fell behind early, allowing two touchdowns after forcing two first punts. Despite outscoring the Gophers 24-13 in the final three quarters, Washington could not recover. Coach Jedd Fisch's offense has continued to struggle, averaging just one point in first quarters through four games. The team will face USC next, a defense that allows 15th most points in the Big Ten.
- •Washington falls 27-24 to Minnesota on September 28.
- •Huskies score only three first-quarter touchdowns since 2025 in Big Ten.
- •Offense averages one point per first quarter this season.
- •Next game is against USC, which allows high points on defense.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Slow Starts Continue to Cost Washington Football in Big Ten Play
"Slow starts have started to become a thing of habit for Jedd Fisch and his offense early in the 2026 season.
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