Huskies to seek revenge on the Sun Devils in Week 8

TEMPE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 08: Michael Penix Jr #9 of the University of Washington Huskies gets ready to take the snap from under center against the Arizona State University Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium on October 08, 2022 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
TEMPE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 08: Michael Penix Jr #9 of the University of Washington Huskies gets ready to take the snap from under center against the Arizona State University Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium on October 08, 2022 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /
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The Washington football program is gearing up for a pivotal matchup against the struggling Arizona State Sun Devils this week.

With a record of 1-5 on the season and an unfortunate 0-3 mark in the conference, Arizona State finds itself in dire need of redemption. As for Washington, they are currently the No. 5 ranked team in the country and are well on their well to a College Football Playoff berth after a major win over Oregon last week.

One statistic in ASU’s favor is that they are averaging a few more yards per game than their opponents (342.2 vs. 339.3), showing they have the potential to move the ball effectively. However, there is a glaring issue in their game – The defense also has yet to secure a single interception this season. The lack of turnovers puts additional pressure on their defense to step up.

Luckily for them, they have a standout player in defensive lineman Prince Dorbah, who boasts an impressive 6 sacks. His ability to disrupt the opposing quarterback will be crucial for the Huskies to stop.

But lucky for Washington, they have an outstanding offensive line.

On the offensive side, Arizona State has been unable to break free for any substantial runs, with no plays exceeding 18 yards. This lack of explosive plays has hindered their ability to put points on the board consistently.

Washington football is entering the contest after a significant victory over Oregon. However, it’s essential to remember that they were upset by a 1-4 Arizona State team last year, so they must remain focused and avoid underestimating their opponent. They can’t afford to lose this game or else they are at risk of dropping in the rankings.