Washington Huskies: 3 takeaways from 44-27 win over Arizona
2 Multi-dimensional Offense
The opener against Oregon State was a Washington Huskies run-fest. UW Head Coach Jimmy Lake indicated he was ready to do it again when he wore a “Run the damn ball” hat at his weekly presser. Arizona was in for a little surprise.
Morris went gunslinger on the Wildcats. He threw the ball with poise and confidence that only experience can bring. He showed an ability to get the ball out of his hand fast, with some zip on it. Washington effectively used the pass to open up run lanes. Once they got into enemy territory, the Huskies turned to their ground game to eat yards and control the clock.
The handwriting was on the wall after Nicua’s touchdown play, UW isn’t a one-dimensional team. As a matter of fact, the offense was very balanced in terms of production with 239 yards passing and 233 on the ground.
Morris finished the game 15-of-25 passing for 230 yards and two touchdowns. Those numbers would have been better if not for a few tantalizingly close drops. Morris’ favorite target this game was tight end Cade Otton, who had seven catches for 100 yards with a touchdown. Sophomore Richard Newton led the rushing attack with 81 yards and two touchdowns on eight carries. His big play was a 54-yard touchdown run in the third quarter when he literally ran away from the Arizona defense.
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