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Washington Huskies and Arizona State Sun Devils Clash at Sun Devil Stadium in Football Showdown

The Washington Huskies, with a record of 11-2, faced off against the Arizona State Sun Devils, who held a 3-9 record. The game concluded with the home team securing a victory with a score of 45-38.


Nov 11, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies running back Dillon Johnson (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Utah Utes during the first half at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports

At Sun Devil Stadium, the Washington Huskies showcased their offensive capabilities despite falling short to the Arizona State Sun Devils. The Huskies accumulated an impressive total of 458 yards throughout the game. Their rushing attack was particularly effective, contributing five touchdowns to their overall score and achieving an average of over four yards per carry for a total rushing yardage of 134. One rush stood out as it broke free for an explosive gain of 42 yards.


The passing game also played a significant role in moving the chains for Washington. The quarterback completed 34 passes out of 54 attempts for a total passing yardage of 324, although one pass was intercepted by the opposition and returned for a touchdown. In terms of efficiency within scoring range, Washington executed flawlessly in both red zone and goal-to-go situations, converting all six red zone opportunities into scores.


Special teams had moments worth noting as well; Washington's kicker successfully converted all extra point attempts and made good on their sole field goal attempt from within twenty-nine yards. Additionally, kick returners managed to bring back kicks for an average return distance that matched half the length of the football field.


On defense, while not recording any sacks or safety points during this encounter with Arizona State's offense, they did manage to intercept one pass which unfortunately did not result in return yardage or additional points on this occasion.


Penalties were relatively low for both teams; however, it is noteworthy that Washington only incurred four penalties throughout the entire duration totaling thirty-six penalty yards assessed against them.


As fans look forward to future games after this hard-fought battle at Tempe's turf stadium where nearly forty thousand spectators witnessed these events unfold under outdoor conditions—attention now turns towards what lies ahead.


The upcoming game will see The Washington Huskies take on their rivals—the Arizona Wildcats—at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium located in Seattle. This contest is scheduled for October fifteenth at two-thirty PM Pacific Time (PT). Fans eager to follow along can tune into Pac-12 Network where live coverage will be broadcasted from one of college football's scenic venues nestled within zip code area nine-eight-one-zero-five.

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