Huskies OL Under Fire After Apple Cup | Spokane News

The Washington Huskies’ offensive line took a brutal beating in the Apple Cup, with coach Michael Switzer calling their performance “really disappointed” and noting they failed to meet their physical standards. Despite returning four starters and stepping up with rookies like freshman left tackle Kodi Greene — who racked up five pressures, four QB hits, and penalties — and first-year right guard Champ Taulealea, who also drew holding calls, the unit struggled mightily. They allowed 134 rushing yards and pressured quarterback Demond Williams Jr. on 15 of 40 dropbacks. Missing captain Landen Hatchett due to injury, the young linemen faced an immediate college-level test. Veteran Geirean Hatchett stepped in at right guard and excelled, while coaches remain confident in Greene’s growth. With injuries mounting in the backfield, the offensive line now carries even more weight — they must rise to the occasion and clear the path for the offense to succeed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c7b3ab4dd8a5d0ae