The Pac-12 opener between the Washington Huskies and California Golden Bears is sure to be an exciting matchup. Both teams have had strong seasons so far and are looking to make a statement in the conference opener.
The Huskies come into the game with a 4-1 record, having won their last three games in a row. They have been led by quarterback Jake Browning, who has thrown for 1,569 yards and 14 touchdowns so far this season. On the other side of the ball, the defense has been solid, allowing just 18.2 points per game.
The Golden Bears have also had a strong start to the season, going 5-0 and outscoring their opponents by an average of 23.2 points per game. Quarterback Chase Garbers has been the leader of the offense, throwing for 1,151 yards and 11 touchdowns. The defense has also been impressive, allowing just 13.4 points per game.
This game is sure to be a close one, as both teams have strong offenses and defenses. The Huskies will look to use their passing attack to move the ball down the field and put points on the board. The Golden Bears will look to use their balanced attack to keep the Huskies defense off balance.
The key for the Huskies will be to limit mistakes and turnovers, as they have been prone to doing in the past. If they can do that, they should be able to come away with a win. The Golden Bears will need to continue to play with the same intensity they have all season if they want to come away with a victory.
Prediction: Washington Huskies 27, California Golden Bears 24
