The University of Washington Huskies had a convincing win over the Boise State Broncos on Saturday, and the defense was a major factor in the victory. The UW defense held the Broncos to just 14 points, their lowest point total of the season. The Huskies also forced four turnovers, including two interceptions and two fumbles.
The UW defense was led by senior linebacker Joe Tryon, who had a team-high 10 tackles and two sacks. He was joined by junior defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike, who had five tackles and two sacks. Junior safety Elijah Molden also had a strong performance with seven tackles and an interception.
The Huskies’ pass rush was dominant throughout the game, as they sacked Boise State quarterbacks seven times. The defensive line was able to get pressure on the quarterback and disrupt the Broncos’ passing attack. The secondary was also effective in limiting big plays, as they allowed just one pass of more than 20 yards.
The Huskies’ defense was also effective in stopping the run. They held Boise State to just 74 yards on the ground, their lowest total of the season. Junior defensive end Ryan Bowman had three tackles for loss and a sack, while senior linebacker Edefuan Ulofoshio had two tackles for loss and a sack.
Overall, the UW defense put together an impressive performance against Boise State. They were able to limit big plays, get pressure on the quarterback, and shut down the run game. If they can continue to play at this level, the Huskies will be a tough team to beat in the Pac-12.