AP Top 25 Poll

#2 Washington Huskies

2023

Overall Record

13-0

Last Game

vs Oregon W 34-31

Conference Record

10-0

Next Game

@Texas 01/01/2024

Washington coach Kalen DeBoer celebrates with the trophy after the team's win over Oregon in the Pac-12 championship NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Washington’s Kalen DeBoer is the AP coach of the year after leading undefeated Huskies to the CFP

Washington’s Kalen DeBoer has been named The Associated Press coach of the year in college football.

Washington coach Kalen DeBoer celebrates with the trophy after the team's win over Oregon in the Pac-12 championship NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Pac-12 as we’ve known it says farewell with return to playoff, 8 total teams going bowling

Washington cornerback Kamren Fabiculanan celebrates the team's win over Oregon in the Pac-12 championship NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Washington to play Texas in semifinal at Sugar Bowl. Huskies beat the Longhorns in 2022 bowl meeting

Oregon quarterback Bo Nix looks to pass against Washington during the first half of the Pac-12 championship NCAA college football game Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Oregon quarterback Bo Nix dejected after loss in Pac-12 championship, mum on status for bowl game

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze (1) runs in a touchdown in front of Washington State defensive back Sam Lockett III (0) during the first half of an NCAA college football game ,Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Michael Penix Jr. and No. 3 Washington need the offense to start clicking again against No. 5 Oregon

Washington adds another QB with Will Rogers set to join the Huskies

Washington has added another quarterback who could take over once Heisman Trophy runner-up Michael Penix Jr. says farewell.

Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer, right facing, lifts the Apple Cup trophy after a win over Washington State in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 4 Washington finishes perfect regular season with 24-21 win over Washington State in Apple Cup

Grady Gross made a 42-yard field goal on the final play, Rome Odunze caught two touchdown passes from Michael Penix Jr. and No. 4 Washington beat Washington State 24-21 in the Apple Cup for an undefeated regular season.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. smiles on the field following a 35-28 victory over Utah in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 5 Washington looks to secure Pac-12 championship berth against No. 10 Oregon State

No. 5 Washington will be looking to clinch a spot this weekend in the Pac-12 championship game but No. 10 Oregon State could play disruptor in its final home game before 10 teams leave the conference.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr., right, celebrates his touchdown against Utah with teammates Parker Brailsford (72) and Nate Kalepo, center, during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 5 Washington is used to winning close games. Huskies may get another one against No. 10 Beavers

Fifth-ranked Washington’s last six wins have all been by 10 points or less. If the Huskies are going to make it to 12-0 they’ll probably have to keep winning close ones.

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze, left, makes a touchdown catch in front of Utah cornerback Tao Johnson (15) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 5 Washington reached 10-0 for only the second time after beating No. 13 Utah 35-28

Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw for two touchdowns and ran for another, and No. 5 Washington pitched a shut out in the second half to rally for a 35-28 win over No. 13 Utah.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is interviewed after the team's win over Southern California in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Next challenge for No. 5 Washington in the Huskies’ stretch run is a visit from No. 13 Utah

No. 5 Washington can come close to putting an end to Utah’s run on top of the Pac-12 Conference with a win over the 13th-ranked Utes on Saturday.

Oregon quarterback Bo Nix (10) throws a pass as California linebacker Xavier Carlton, right, defends during the first half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

No. 5 Washington looks to preserve its perfect record when the Huskies host No. 13 Utah

No. 5 Washington’s treacherous November stretch returns home and features a matchup with always dangerous Utah.

Washington defensive end Zion Tupuola-Fetui, right, forces a fumble by Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Zion Tupuola-Fetui made one of the biggest plays for No. 5 Washington with a heavy heart

The messages flooding the inbox and social media accounts of Washington’s Zion Tupuola-Fetui in recent days will slow down.

Washington running back Dillon Johnson (7) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Johnson runs for 256 yards, 4 TDs in No. 5 Washington’s high-octane 52-42 win over No. 24 USC

No. 5 Washington’s prolific offense kept the Huskies unbeaten with a 52-42 victory over No. 24 Southern California.

Oregon quarterback Bo Nix (10) looks on during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Utah Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

No. 6 Ducks and QB Bo Nix host California on Saturday at Autzen

Oregon is ranked sixth in the College Football Playoff rankings, as well as the AP Top 25. The Ducks are within striking distance of the playoffs, but they’re still behind the undefeated Washington Huskies in the Pac-12 and national rankings.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws a pass against Stanford during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Stanford, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Penix, No. 5 Huskies face Williams, No. 24 Trojans in Pac-12 showdown

One of the most anticipated Pac-12 games of the season takes place when the fifth-ranked Washington Huskies visit the No. 24 Southern California Trojans on Saturday.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) celebrates with teammates after the team's win over Stanford in an NCAA college football game in Stanford, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

No. 5 Washington faces a challenging final month that will prove if the Huskies are playoff worthy

Washington coach Kalen DeBoer has coached championship teams at the lower levels of college football before and knows there are going to be rough patches even in the best of seasons.

Washington safety Makell Esteen (24) reacts to a turnover on downs by Arizona State with less than a minute left in the game during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Seattle. Washington won 15-7. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 5 Washington looks to get offense back on track against Stanford

The high-powered offense that carried No. 5 Washington for most of the season went mysteriously missing against the Sun Devils.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against Arizona State during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Seattle. Washington won 15-7. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 5 Washington seeks its 15th straight win in visit to Stanford

No. 5 Washington comes into its visit against Stanford with the second longest winning streak in the nation at 14 games after escaping with a 15-7 win over Arizona State last week.

Washington wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk (2) makes a touchdown catch against Oregon defensive back Khyree Jackson, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Washington’s Michael Penix Jr. is in the Heisman race and his receivers are part of the reason why

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has posted video game-like numbers this season that have landed him squarely in the Heisman Trophy discussion.

Arizona State defensive back Shamari Simmons (7) celebrates recovering a fumble by Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with teammate Tate Romney, left, during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Powell returns late interception 89 yards for TD, No. 5 Washington survives Arizona State 15-7

Mishael Powell returned a fourth-quarter interception 89 yards for a touchdown and No. 5 Washington overcame Michael Penix Jr.’s three turnovers to beat Arizona State 15-7 on Saturday night.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. yells as he runs out during introductions before an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. highlights AP midseason All-America team loaded with experience

Washington sixth-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has been selected to The Associated Press midseason All-America team, one of 19 players honored who have been in school at least five years.

Washington wide receiver Giles Jackson (0) celebrates after scouring a touchdown against Oregon during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

AP Top 25: Washington into top 5 for 1st time in 6 years. Air Force ranked for 1st time since 2019

Washington has moved up to No. 5 in The Associated Press college football poll, the Huskies’ best ranking in six years, after a thrilling victory against Oregon.

Washington running back Dillon Johnson reacts after scoring a touchdown against Oregon during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Michael Penix Jr. throws late TD pass, lifts No. 8 Washington to wild 36-33 win over No. 7 Oregon

Michael Penix Jr. threw an 18-yard touchdown pass to Rome Odunze with 1:38 remaining after another questionable fourth-down decision by Oregon, and Camden Lewis missed a 43-yard field goal attempt on the final play of the game as No. 7 Washington held off No. 8 Oregon 36-33 on Saturday in another wi

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce introduces new UW Athletic Director Troy Dannen during a news conference, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 in Seattle. (Ken Lambert/The Seattle Times via AP)

Troy Dannen jumps at rare opportunity to take over as athletic director at Washington

Troy Dannen was happy in New Orleans. The athletic program he took over at Tulane in 2015 was thriving, especially a football program still basking in what was accomplished last season.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. looks to pass against Arizona during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Penix picks apart Arizona’s defense in No. 7 Washington’s 31-24 victory

Michael Penix Jr. threw for 363 yards, Dillon Johnson ran for two touchdowns and No. 7 Washington picked apart Arizona in a 31-24 victory.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) looks for a receiver from behind offensive lineman Parker Brailsford (72) during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against California on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 7 Washington faces Arizona in the Huskies’ first Pac-12 road game of the season

Washington has dominated to start the 2023 season, putting up massive offensive numbers while already being touted as a potential College Football Playoff team.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against California on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 7 Washington and red-hot QB Penix hoping to avoid letdown on the road against Arizona

Washington looks to avoid a letdown in the final Pac-12 meeting against Arizona. The Huskies opened last season 4-0, then lost their first road game to UCLA and took another loss to Arizona State to drop out of the College Football Playoff conversation.

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze (1) celebrates his touchdown against California with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) and running back Sam Adams II (28) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 8 Washington uses 45-point first half to cruise past California 59-32

Rome Odunze scored on an 83-yard punt return and 35-yard reception in the first half, Edefuan Ulofoshio returned an interception 45 yards for a score on the first possession of the game, and No. 8 Washington scored 45 first-half points on its way to a 59-32 win over California.

Washington's Michael Penix Jr. greets fans following an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in East Lansing, Mich. Washington won 41-7. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

After more than 100 years together, No. 8 Washington and California meet for final time before split

Saturday’s matchup between the eighth-ranked Huskies and the Golden Bears that opens the Pac-12 season for both comes with uncertainty over whether two schools linked for so long will ever meet again.

Washington players celebrate after defeating Michigan State in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in East Lansing, Mich. Washington won 41-7. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Original members and Pac-12 foes meet for maybe last time with No. 8 Washington hosting California

Since the creation of the Pacific Coast Conference more than 100 years ago, Washington and California have always been members of the same conference.

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze (1) celebrates after his touchdown against Tulsa with teammate Germie Bernard (4) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Michigan State hosts No. 8 Washington minus coach Mel Tucker

Michigan State hosts No. 8 Washington on Saturday without coach Mel Tucker who was suspended this week pending results of an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. looks to throw against Tulsa during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Michael Penix Jr. throws 3 more TD passes, No. 8 Washington routs Tulsa 43-10

Michael Penix Jr. threw three more touchdown passes, wide receivers Rome Odunze and Ja’Lynn Polk both ran for touchdowns on reverses, and No. 8 Washington cruised past Tulsa 43-10.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Boise State, Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Seattle.(AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 8 Washington hosts Tulsa looking for another big game from trio of star receivers

Receivers Rome Odunze, Jalen McMillan and Ja’Lynn Polk all had huge games in the season opener for No. 8 Washington.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Boise State, Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Michael Penix Jr. throw for 5 TDs as No. 10 Washington overwhelms Boise State 56-19

Michael Penix Jr. threw for 450 yards and matched his career-high with five touchdown passes, and No. 10 Washington overwhelmed Boise State in a 56-19 win in the teams’ season opener.