Washington Dominates LA Bowl: Position-by-Position Breakdown After 38-10 Rout of Boise State
Washington closed out its 2025 season with authority, rolling past Mountain West champion Boise State in a 38-10 statement win at the Bucked Up LA Bowl. It was a performance that checked just about every box you'd want in a bowl game - efficient quarterback play, a balanced rushing attack, and a defense that smothered the Broncos from start to finish. Let’s break down how each position group fared in the win, starting with the guy under center.
Quarterbacks: B+
Demond Williams didn’t just manage the game - he took control of it, especially in the second and third quarters when the Huskies broke things wide open. He tied a program record with four touchdown passes in a bowl game, showcasing poise, accuracy, and a knack for making the right decision at the right time. His reads were sharp, and when he found his rhythm, Boise State had no answers.
That said, it wasn’t a perfect night. Williams took a few too many sacks, which stalled a couple of drives that could’ve added even more to the scoreboard.
And while his rushing numbers - 12 carries for 16 yards - don’t jump off the page, the context tells a better story. He picked up three crucial first downs on third-and-long scrambles, keeping drives alive and momentum on Washington’s side.
Backup Kai Horton saw limited action in the fourth quarter. He completed just one of his three pass attempts and was sacked for an 11-yard loss. Not much to evaluate there, but the offense was clearly in cruise control by that point.
Running Backs: B+
Jonah Coleman closed the book on his college career with a strong final chapter. He carried the ball 12 times for 85 yards and capped it off with a touchdown run that served as a fitting sendoff.
He ran with purpose, slipping past tacklers and powering through contact. The lone blemish was a late-game fumble, but it didn’t impact the outcome - and it shouldn’t overshadow what was otherwise a rock-solid performance.
Freshman Jordan Washington added a spark in limited touches. He showed off his burst and vision, particularly on a highlight-reel run where he reversed field for a chunk gain. He finished with four carries for 25 yards and flashed the kind of upside that should have Husky fans excited for what’s next.
Both backs also contributed in pass protection, with Coleman in particular standing out for his blitz pickups - a detail that often goes unnoticed but was key in giving Williams the time he needed to work.
Washington’s offense was efficient, opportunistic, and explosive when it needed to be - a reflection of a team that came into bowl season focused and ready to finish strong. This was a complete performance, and it started with the quarterback finding his groove and the running backs setting the tone on the ground. We’ll dive into the rest of the position groups next, but it’s safe to say the Huskies left no doubt in their final showing of 2025.