Iowa Faces Washington in Big Ten Clash at Husky Stadium

No. 20 Iowa meets Washington in a college football matchup at Husky Stadium in Seattle on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at 9:00 ET. The Hawkeyes enter the game with one of the nation's strongest defenses, while Washington hosts the contest with a 3-2 record.

According to Fox News, Iowa ranks first in the Big Ten and eighth nationally in points allowed per game at 12.6. The Hawkeyes also allow 288.6 yards per game, ranking 10th in the country.

Fox News reported Iowa's red zone defense allows scores on 71.4% of attempts, placing the team second in the Big Ten and 18th nationally. The defense has been the foundation of Iowa's performance this season.

On offense, Iowa averages 180.2 rushing yards per game, ranking 27th nationally, according to Fox News. The Hawkeyes score 29.0 points per game, which ranks 75th nationally and 11th in the Big Ten.

Fox News also reported Iowa produces 390.8 total yards per game, ranking 48th nationally and ninth in the conference. Washington enters the matchup without a national ranking but has shown defensive consistency.

Washington allows 18.4 points per game, according to Fox News, a figure that ranks 37th nationally and eighth in the Big Ten. The Huskies give up 300.5 yards per game, ranking sixth in the conference and 25th nationally.

The Huskies' passing offense has been a key strength. According to Fox News, Washington averages 271.4 passing yards per game, ranking sixth in the Big Ten and 44th nationally.

Fox News reported Washington averages 26.6 points per game, placing the team 89th nationally and 13th in the Big Ten. The matchup features Iowa's defensive production against Washington's passing ability.

The game is scheduled to be played at Husky Stadium in Seattle and will be televised on FOX and FS1, according to Fox News.