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No. 2 Washington's 'nasty' offensive line out prove West Coast football can out-tough Texas in CFP

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Washington offensive tackle Troy Fautanu has heard all the snide remarks about West Coast football and how those pass-heavy offenses in the Pac-12 are not tough enough to win a national championship.

“We’re kind of used to slander,” Fautanu said Thursday.

The Huskies' biggest dawgs allowed only 11 sacks this season, paving the way for Michael Penix Jr. and No. 2 Washington to reach the College Football Playoff and earning the Joe Moore Award, given to the best offensive line in the country.

If there are still questions about the Huskies' line, Fautanu has a suggestion: “Turn on the tape.