Washington's Big Ten opener sees competitiveness against Minnesota
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The Washington Huskies faced the Minnesota Golden Gophers in their Big Ten opener on October 1, 2026, losing 27-24. Washington struggled against a strong offensive line led by Greg Johnson, who excelled in his first start at center. The Huskies' defense allowed a season-high 3.79 yards per carry as quarterback Drake Lindsey managed quick offensive plays. Defensive tackle Elinneus Davis noted the match was a significant test of their performance in the trenches. Washington will next face the USC Trojans, presenting another challenging matchup.
- •Washington falls 27-24 to Minnesota in Big Ten opener.
- •Greg Johnson played a crucial role for Minnesota's offense.
- •Washington allowed a season-high 3.79 rushing yards per carry.
- •Elinneus Davis discussed lessons learned in the trenches.
- •Next, Washington faces the experienced offensive line of USC.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Greg Johnson gave Washington tough competition to open Big Ten play
"The Washington Huskies faced a big challenge in offensive lineman Greg Johnson against Minnesota, a projected first round pick.
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