The Washington Huskies had a terrific year in Kalen DeBoer’s first season as head coach.
On top of that, QB Michael Penix Jr. is back and should be a popular pick among the Heisman Trophy candidates.
The Pac-12’s 2023 football schedule was officially released on Wednesday morning on the Pac-12 Network.
Washington did not have USC on the schedule last season, but this year the Huskies have the Trojans, Utah, and Oregon.
The Apple Cup is the final game of the season, and the nonconference slate isn’t very easy for the Huskies.
Here is a look at the opponents and dates for Washington in 2023. It’s an interesting comparison with USC on several levels:
SEPTEMBER 2: VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS
Sep 3, 2022; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Boise State Broncos quarterback Taylen Green (10) throws the ball during the second half against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports
Washington is clearly challenging itself out of conference. This is not a cupcake opener, unlike USC’s against San Jose State.
SEPTEMBER 9: VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE
Nov 26, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Jehlen Cannady (2) celebrates after the game against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Not quite a cupcake game, but it should be very manageable for U-Dub.
SEPTEMBER 16: AT MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS
Sep 17, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies linebacker Kamren Fabiculanan (13) defends a pass against Michigan State Spartans tight end Daniel Barker (9) during the fourth quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
This is the back end of a home-and-home arrangement with Michigan State. The Spartans weren’t good last year. Will they be meaningfully better in 2023?
SEPTEMBER 23: VS CALIFORNIA…
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