Washington Football: 3 bold predictions vs. Rutgers

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SEATTLE, WA – SEPTEMBER 17: Wide receiver Chico McClatcher #6 of the Washington Huskies scores a touchdown against the Portland State Vikings in the second quarter on September 17, 2016 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images) /

1. Washington puts up 70 points

The Huskies put up 70 points only once last year, against the Oregon Ducks. They came close on two occasions, with 59 points against Idaho and 66 points against Cal. With all the weapons that Chris Peterson has to work with, Washington could easily put up 60.

Putting up 70 is a different challenge. Beating another Power Five team by a significant margin is hard enough. However, putting up 70 against what is still a Big 10 defense is very challenging. If Washington could do it against anyone, it would be Rutgers.

This would require Browning and Gaskin to combine for at least six touchdowns. Browning would need at least five by himself. It’s doable and Washington has a plethora of weapons. The search for the next John Ross could be on as well.

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Facing Rutgers is an opportunity to see who could step up this year. Washington did experience some heavy losses at some positions, yet they have enough returning talent to make a run at things again. Catching voter’s attention with a big Week 1 win is a good start.

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