Washington coach Kalen DeBoer’s approach got Huskies to CFP title game

Kalen DeBoer stands on stage during the Sugar Bowl championship trophy presentation after Washington's loss at Texas.

HOUSTON – Troy Dannen had been serving as Washington's athletic director for just a few days when the Huskies notched a 36-33 victory against Oregon who started them competing for national championship on October 14. As the game ended and the tension of the moment turned into a locker room celebration, Dannen observed that his … Read more

Washington respect tour continues after defeat of Texas in Rose Bowl

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) avoids pressure from Texas defensive end Ethan Burke (91) during their College Football Playoff semifinal game at the 2024 Sugar Bowl.

NEW ORLEANS — Maybe it was because of Arizona State (15-7). Or Stanford (42-33). Or Southern California (52-42), Oregon State (22-20) or Washington State (24-21). Perhaps it was because Washington was the champion of a disintegrating league, the Pac-12that should exist in any form for just one more game before becoming a college football footnote. … Read more