They can still thrill crowds, still drop jaws and still rack up a double-digit win total.
They can produce first-round picks, upset a nationally ranked foe, and reach a 10th straight bowl.
Over the next few weeks, the Huskies will have plenty of chances to provide themselves and fans with fond memories. But no matter what they accomplish, 2019 will be a disappointing season.
This became all but official when Oregon beat Washington 35-31 on Saturday. In handing the Huskies their third loss, the 12th-ranked Ducks essentially erased UW’s chances of winning the Pac-12 or returning to a New Year’s Six game.