The 2023 edition of the Apple Cup came down to the wire, but the Washington Huskies were able to remain perfect by defeating the in-state rival Washington State Cougars.
The Washington Huskies needed a late field goal to secure the Apple Cup and a 12-0 regular season record. Grady Gross nailed a 42-yarder to give the Huskies a 24-21 win over the rival Washington State Cougars.
Heisman Trophy candidate Michael Penix Jr. tossed a pair of touchdown passes, both of which were caught by Rome Oduze. The junior wide receiver hauled in a 40-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter and grabbed a 21-yarder on the final play of the third quarter to give the Huskies a 21-14 lead.
Saturday’s matchup marked the likely final time Washington and Washington State will meet as Pac-12 rivals, as the majority of its members will depart for other conferences next year.
