Washington's Brian Odom praises program, key players entering 2026 season

Washington Huskies linebackers coach Brian Odom spoke to the media on August 8, highlighting the strength of head coach Jedd Fisch's program as they prepare for the upcoming season. Odom emphasized the talent of returning linebackers Jacob Manu, Xe'ree Alexander, Zaydrius Rainey-Sale, and Buddah Al-Uqdah. He described the program's structure and development focus, noting that Alexander’s decision to remain with the team reflects its positive environment. Odom stated his belief that Washington is the best program he's been associated with in his 22 years of coaching, citing its commitment to player development and traditional recruiting methods.

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