Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies are preparing for the Penn State Nittany Lions' elite pass defense, in a return to the starting lineup, can Demond Williams Jr.’s athleticism and scrambling ability spark an upset in this Big Ten clash? Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff focuses on Washington's homecoming matchup, spotlighting the need to exploit Penn State’s run defense and unleash Williams as both passer and scrambler against coach Matt Campbell's team. The health of the Huskies’ offensive line is a major question, as Kolt Dieterich, Geirean Hatchett, and Champ Taulealea are injured, and how it could impact the productivity of Brian Bonner and Chris Lawson. The discussion explored Washington’s defensive strengths as well, examining how Alex McLaughlin, Dylan Robinson, and the rest of the secondary plan to put pressure on Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht and force turnovers. Several points were raised, including bold predictions for Tyler Robles, playmakers like Dezmen Roebuck, and the crucial role of field position. Will disciplined defense and opportunistic offense secure bowl eligibility for the Huskies? Tune in for insights, bold predictions, and matchups to watch. 00:00 Intro 00:44 Offensive keys for Washington against the Penn State defense 6:00 Can Demond Williams Jr. overcome Penn State's pass defense? 11:09 Washington’s defensive approach to Penn State’s offense 16:34 The importance of field position and special teams 20:48 Bold predictions for Washington vs. Penn State 24:58 Individual player predictions and performance expectations on homecoming Become a Locked On Huskies Insider: joinsubtext.com/lockedonhuskies Photo Credit: Dylan Widger- Imagn Images Locked On Huskies is part of the Locked On Podcast Network Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHIFor a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Ultimate GMLocked On listeners: use promo code CFB26, all caps, in the game store to get a free boost for your program. To download, visit https://ultimate-cfb.com or simply search for Ultimate College Football HC in your app store. Ultimate College Football HC. Your program — your legacy! Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. 5-Hour ENERGY Treat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.