Washington State Cougars vs Washington Huskies Picks and Predictions September 20th 2025

Washington vs Washington State Picks and Predictions — September 20, 2025

The Washington Huskies travel to Pullman for the annual Apple Cup against the Washington State Cougars on Saturday. The rivalry carries extra intensity this year, as the Cougars (2-1) enter unsettled at quarterback, while the Huskies (2-0) come off a bye week looking sharp and balanced. Washington State has yet to name its starter after Jaxon Potter was benched, while Washington looks steady behind QB Demond Williams Jr. and RB Jonah Coleman.

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Opening odds:

• Spread: Washington −13.5
• Total (Over/Under): 56.5 points
• Moneyline: Washington −550, Washington State +400

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Washington State Can Win If…

• The QB position stabilizes. Whether it’s Potter rebounding, Dugger flashing potential, or Eckhaus stepping in with poise, the Cougars need clean quarterback play.
• The defense creates turnovers. Against a polished Husky offense, Washington State must steal possessions to stay in striking distance.
• They build momentum from last year’s rivalry win (24-19). Playing at home with energy could help offset the talent gap.

“We’re looking for answers right now … we’re looking for guys that want to continue to grow,” Cougars coach Jimmy Rogers said.

Washington Can Win If…

• Demond Williams Jr. continues his efficient play. With 480 passing yards, 132 rushing yards, and zero interceptions, he’s been a dual threat.
• Jonah Coleman keeps dominating on the ground. With seven rushing TDs in two games, he’s proven capable of breaking games wide open.
• The Huskies avoid miscues and lean on experience. They hold a commanding lead in the series (76-33-6) and want the Apple Cup trophy back in Seattle.

“All of our energy, all of our passion, is on the Apple Cup,” Huskies coach Jedd Fisch said.

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The Lean

Pick: Washington −13.5
Projected Final Score: Washington 38, Washington State 17

Reasoning: The Huskies have a balanced attack with Williams Jr. steady at QB and Coleman dominating on the ground. Washington State’s QB uncertainty, coupled with struggles to score consistently, makes it hard to see them keeping pace. Rivalry energy may keep it close early, but Washington’s efficiency should take over.

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