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NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies’ blogger Chris Hall previews the 2013 offense for the Washington Huskies. Led by Keith Price at quarterback, the Huskies have a lot of potential on the offensive side of the ball, especially with Bishop Sankey at running back. Questions around TE Austin Sefarian-Jenkins don’t seem to be a problem, although his DUI could have an impact in 2013.
NWSB Insider and UW Football Blogger Erin Acacio breaks down how the Washington Huskies’ schedule will help them in 2013. Washington plays the Boise State Broncos, the Oregon Ducks and the Washington State Cougars all at home. Also, the returns of Bishop Sankey and Jesse Collier will help make up for the loss of seniors Desmond Trufant and Cody Bruns.
NWSB Editor and Insider Chris Hall talks about the positions the Huskies football team need to upgrade in 2013 for an even better season than their last. Graduation left Washington’s receiving corp depleted and shallow after the 1-2 punch of Austin Seferian-Jenkins and Kasen Williams. After an audit, it’s clear Washington needs to fix up five positions in particular.
NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies football blogger Jeff Budke breaks down who has and has not impressed so far in 2012. The underachievers are Keith Price and Coach Steve Sarkisian. The overachievers are Shaq Thompson & Austin Seferian-Jenkins. To withstand the #8 Oregon State Beavers (Oct 27), and win on the road the overachievers will need to continue producing.
Brand new NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies football blogger Chris Hall breaks down the UW vs. Oregon 2012 Week 6 matchup in a new Dawgs Love ‘em & Hate ‘em. Blown out in every sense of the word. The only bright spot was Bishop Sankey breaking through the Oregon D for 2 TD’s and 100+ yards. Keith Price needs to do better against a strong opponent, and the penalties killed us once again.
Brand new NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies football blogger Chris Hall breaks down the Stanford vs. UW 2012 Week 5 matchup in a new Dawgs Love ‘em & Hate ‘em. What’s not to love about a win over a Pac 12 school you’ve had no luck against for 3+ years? Everyone head to church, because Bishop Sankey has arrived. Sankey’s game-breaking 61 yard touchdown run came at a crucial time.
Brand new NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies football blogger Chris Hall breaks down the PSU vs. UW 2012 Week 3 matchup in a new Dawgs Love ‘em & Hate ‘em. What’s not to love about a 52-13 win asks Chris? Well for starters, the dumb penalties, and the injuries. Back to the love though, Bishop Sankey tore through the Vikings defense en route to a two TD day. Keith Price was spectacular as well.
Brand new NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies football blogger Chris Hall breaks down the UW vs. LSU 2012 Week 2 matchup in a new Dawgs Love ‘em & Hate ‘em. Chris didn’t love to much on Saturday to be honest. But he hated a whole lot more. Who jinxed this team? Tackle Erik Kohler reaggravated an old knee injury and is out for at least a few weeks. Linebacker Travis Feeney dislocated his shoulder and his status is up in the air.
Brand new NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies football blogger Chris Hall breaks down the San Diego State vs. UW 2012 Week 1 matchup in a new Dawgs Love ‘em & Hate ‘em. Chris loved the new look Washington defense led by Justin Wilcox. He points out 6 catches, 75 yards, and a touchdown don’t really sum up how good Kasen Williams is. Finally he’s not impressed with Aztec quarterback Ryan Katz and the SDSU trick play.
NWSB Insider and Washington Huskies blogger KShell after each week of the regular season and possibly during a bowl game or BCS playoffs should the Dawgs be so lucky will stop by and bring you his UW game balls. Balls are awarded to the Huskies offensive MVP Kasen Williams, and on defense this week Travis Feeney. Justin Wilcox the defensive co-ordinator gets an honorary game ball as he was the game MVP this game.
NWSB Editor and Writer Chris Anderson talks about what he expects to see out of the Washington Huskies when they play the San Diego State Aztecs on Saturday. 2012 is one of the most anticipated seasons in school history as head coach Steve Sarkisian now had enough time to bring in all the players that he needs to make his offense and defense as successful as possible. Here comes Kasen Williams, Keith Price, Jessie Callier, and Bishop Sankey.
NWSB insider and Washington Husky football blogger Brandon Choate previews the 2012 Washington Huskies football season. With Keith Price returning, he will look to his returners from last year in Austin Seferian-Jenkins and Kasen Williams to continue what he started last season. The defense will need to be much improved after the debacle that was last season under replaced defensive coordinator Nick Holt. How will Shaq Thompson debut?
