As Jed Fisch said on Saturday, it will be at least a little while before all 85 University of Washington football scholarships are awarded and he and his coaching staff know exactly who and what they will have to work with. It will take a month.
According to our unofficial calculations, the Huskies currently have 11 full rides available, and likely more, especially depending on what happens with running back Tybo Rodgers and safety Diesel Gordon. They are currently at loggerheads with two coaching staff members, and with either of them serving or a third suspension, Rodgers will be in serious legal jeopardy.
UW may look radically different in 132 days when the season opener against Weber State begins, but who's currently fit for spring practice and who's contributing to the Huskies' starting lineup? Let us now consider what this would look like. He will take into account what he has seen and heard in the first nine spring practices and will make some bold decisions in the secondary.
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Quentin Moore, Tennessee — Moore appeared in all 15 games last season and appears to be relishing the fact that he is the last surviving of the Huskies' four tight ends. He's another NFL prospect who has already mastered the blocking part of the job.
Thorn Faasolo, LT — If the portal clears, the 6-foot-8, 290-pound Faasolo could become a reserve. Still, he has a huge frame built to impact the offensive line and open up a lot of holes. He seems to be a stopgap, but his time will come soon.
Dangalo Titiari, LG — First spring transfer portal acquisition, 28 career starts and 6-foot-2, 320-pound frame from Portland State will open a hole in the Big Ten. He is a player with far more knowledge and size than the young players currently occupying these positions.
Landen Hatchet, C — Some believe Hatchett won't be ready to play just eight months after knee surgery. He probably won't be available early until the third game of the season against Washington State in the Apple Cup. But seeing as how the 6-foot-2, 310-pound sophomore is rehabbing and trying to do more with non-contact drills, I think there's a good chance he won't miss anytime. are thinking.
Zach Hennig, RG — Henning is a guard, not a center, but he was a good soldier because he had to play both in spring ball. He'll likely hold back on either job until the Huskies bring in a vet or two. He has four years of eligibility left, and he'll probably play a lot someday.
Drew Azzopardi, RT — He was an early portal pickup by UW, which was being pursued by 20-25 teams, because he has good size, a provocative 6-foot-7, 315-pound stature, and he holds on for three years remaining. However, he is qualified to have experienced six starting appearances. He's a sure-fire starter no matter who, or whoever, is added to the roster.
Denzel Boston, WR –He completed a jump this spring previously accomplished by Roman Odunze and Jalen McMillan. He is the Huskies' top offensive player and has elevated his game to the point where he is considered a player who can make things happen at any time.
Giles Jackson, WR — Jackson left Michigan hoping to be known as more than a kick returner. Four years later, he plans to gain nearly 20 more pounds and accomplish that while becoming a full-time starter on the outside.
Jeremiah Hunter, WR — Hunter, who has been running behind Rashid Williams and learning new techniques this spring, has shown every practice that he is an NFL prospect and big-play performer and that the Huskies are on the field as often as possible. It shows something that shows you're someone who wants to stand up.
Will Rogers, QB — He's smart and responsible and should do well. He's not malicious, but watching him seems a little bland compared to Michael Penix Jr., who had all kinds of throwing and arrow-shooting gestures to make the position fun and creative. It looks like But Rodgers knows that.
Jonah Coleman, RB — This human bowler is the perfect physical running back to get the Huskies into the Big Ten, resembling the compact Wisconsin rusher of old.
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Zach Durfee, ER — He may be the Huskies' most talented defensive player and the NFL's top prospect overall, but the 6-foot-5, 255-pound defender played in just four games against Texas and is currently in the spring. He just had elbow surgery after practice. No one is dissuaded that he is not worth the wait.
Sebastian Valdes, DT — The 6-foot-4, 291-pound Montana State transfer is the strongest player on the team, according to some of his teammates, with a bench press of 405 pounds. The Huskies have historically relied on his grit to get the job done at this position. His muscles would make him a good changeup.
Javon Parker, DT — The Parker twin will see a lot of playing time this season, but whether he starts will depend on whether the Fish staff can find a player with a little more experience and a proven track record of packing it all up front. Depends on.
Isaiah Ward, E.R. — He is 6-foot-5, 225 pounds and has more college edge starts (11) than anyone on the roster. He had a big game against Oklahoma, with a sack late in the game that clinched the Alamo Bowl. Together, he and Durfee could make him a formidable force.
Carson Bruner, LB –Different coaches see things differently. Coach DeBoer's staff saw Bruner as a strong backup at 6-foot-2 and 226 pounds. Fisch's staff views him as a leader on defense, emotionally and otherwise, and a playmaker who needs to be on the field as much as possible. After all, he has 202 total tackles.
Alfonzo Tuputala, LB — Giving the Huskies two homegrown players on the second line, Tuputala enters his third season as a starter with 153 total tackles. At 6-foot-2 and 240 pounds, he has a noticeable physical presence in the center of the defense.
Ephesians Praisock, CB — Jabbar Muhammad played this role very well for the Huskies, but the 6-foot-4, 190-pound Arizona transfer is six inches taller and has frightening speed, toughness, and length. , he'll be in the NFL. before you know it.
Thaddeus Dixon, CB — Yes, Elijah Jackson will return in 2023 with 15 starts, but he was sidelined this spring with some physical issues and returned as a third-team member in Saturday's practice, so it's not a sure thing. I can't say. After a lonely start against USC, Dixon could become a more confident and athletic corner.
Kam Fabikranan, S — He's well paid, and like former Blue safeties Dom Hampton and Alex Cook before him, he's now a leader in the secondary, runs the defensive huddle, and works under pressure. But we are expected to do the right thing.
Makel Esteen, S –Esteen appeared to be celebrating the coaching change from DeBoer to Fisch, posting on social media that he felt constrained by his previous staff's defense. He will have a chance to prove whether it is true or not.
Jordan Shaw, New Brunswick — The Indiana transfer handled the ball all spring, coming up with more interceptions and pass breakups than anyone else. Dyson McCutcheon has a good chance of being the starter here, but Shaw is going to give him a serious run for the job.
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