UW’s 2023 Season: Navigating the Nation’s 13th Toughest Schedule
The University of Washington football program is set to embark on a challenging 2023 season, with a schedule that ranks as the 13th toughest in the nation according to CBS Sports. The Huskies will face a gauntlet of tough opponents, including four teams that finished in the top 25 of last year’s final AP Poll. The schedule kicks off on September 2nd with a home game against Kent State before traveling to No. 14 Michigan State on September 9th. This game will be a major test for the Huskies’ defense, as the Spartans have one of the top offenses in the country. UW then returns home to face No. 23 BYU on September 16th. The Cougars are coming off a 10-3 season and will be looking to avenge their loss to UW last year. The Huskies have a bye week on September 23rd before hosting No. 5 Ohio State on September 30th. This game will be a huge challenge for UW, as the Buckeyes are one of the favorites to win the national championship. After a trip to UCLA on October 7th, UW returns home to face Oregon State on October 14th. The Beavers are coming off a disappointing 5-7 season, but they always play UW tough in Seattle. The Huskies then travel to No. 22 Stanford on October 21st. The Cardinal are always a tough opponent, especially at home. UW returns home to face Arizona State on October 28th before traveling to Arizona on November 4th. The Wildcats are coming off a 5-7 season, but they have a talented roster and will be looking to upset UW. The Huskies close out their regular season with a home game against Washington State on November 11th. The Apple Cup is always a heated rivalry, and this year’s game will be especially important with both teams vying for bowl eligibility. Overall, UW has a challenging schedule in 2023. However, the Huskies have a talented roster and they are capable of competing with anyone on their schedule. If they can stay healthy and play to their potential, they have a chance to make a run at a Pac-12 championship and a berth in a New Year’s Six bowl game.‘Here’s how Nation’s 13th toughest schedule will go for UW’ is the last news.