In the Huskies’ past two games —wins over Arizona and Stanford— Washington didn’t play great football, but were better than their substandard opponent. Last Saturday, UW played inspired, solid football. The defense was outstanding, special teams were crisp, and the running game was clicking against a very good Duck front seven.
This one was there for the taking, but despite turning away Oregon’s offense early, earning great starting field position, and getting positive yardage on first down, Morris and co. could not move the sticks. Same story we have seen all season. This time it really gassed a defense that was playing well.