UW Huskies pull away, beat UCLA 31-19 to secure bowl eligibility

The UW Huskies achieved a vital 31-19 victory over UCLA, securing bowl eligibility in an impressive display of resilience and teamwork. Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. stepped in for the struggling Will Rogers, who had thrown two interceptions, and led the team with three scoring drives in the second half. Williams completed 7 of 8 passes for 67 yards and added 31 rushing yards, demonstrating effective leadership under pressure. Running back Jonah Coleman also shined, rushing for 95 yards and scoring two touchdowns, further solidifying the Huskies' offensive strength.

The defense played a crucial role, allowing only three points after the turnovers and forcing two fumbles while recording six sacks. Coach Jedd Fisch praised the outstanding support from the home crowd and expressed excitement about continuing their home win streak, now at 20 games. This victory marks a pivotal moment in their season as they look forward to facing higher-ranked opponents in their upcoming games, aiming to build a strong finish to the season.