Washington vs. Arizona Short Report | Sep 30, 2023
Arizona Stadium
Tucson, AZ
Sep 30, 2023
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Game Recap
The Washington Huskies secured a closely contested victory over the Arizona Wildcats with a final score of 31-24. Washington took an early lead, scoring two rushing touchdowns in the first quarter. Arizona fought back, cutting the deficit with a passing touchdown to Jacob Cowing, making it a one-score game at halftime.
In the second half, Washington extended their lead with another rushing touchdown by Dillon Johnson. Despite Arizona's efforts, including two more touchdown passes from Noah Fifita to Tetairoa McMillan, the Wildcats could not complete the comeback, thanks in part to critical defensive stops by Washington. The game ended with Washington managing the clock and securing the win with strategic rushing plays.
Key Plays:
Dillon Johnson (Washington Huskies)
Germie Bernard (Washington Huskies)
Jacob Cowing (Arizona Wildcats)
Will Nixon (Washington Huskies)
Tyler Loop (Arizona Wildcats)
Dillon Johnson (Washington Huskies)
Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona Wildcats)
Grady Gross (Washington Huskies)
Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona Wildcats)
Standout Players:
Michael Penix Jr. (Washington Huskies, QB)
Completed 30 out of 40 passes for 363 yards, effectively managing the offense and moving the chains.Dillon Johnson (Washington Huskies, RB)
Rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries, providing crucial scores and keeping the Arizona defense on edge.Noah Fifita (Arizona Wildcats, QB)
Threw for 232 yards and three touchdowns, giving the Wildcats a fighting chance throughout the game.Jacob Cowing (Arizona Wildcats, WR)
Recorded 8 receptions for 61 yards and one touchdown, consistently making plays to keep Arizona in the game.Grady Gross (Washington Huskies, K)
Made all his extra points and hit a crucial 37-yard field goal in the fourth quarter, extending Washington's lead.
Team
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2
3
4
T
Washington Huskies
14
7
7
3
31
Arizona Wildcats
0
10
7
7
24