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Huskies Lose Linebacker Battle to Iowa
Iowa's linebackers dominate Washington in 41-24 victory.
In brief
Iowa's linebackers dominate Washington in 41-24 victory. Iowa's Cam Buffington and Jayden Montgomery sacked Washington's quarterback in a 41-24 win, ending the Huskies' three-game losing streak. Originally reported by Washington Huskies On SI.
Iowa's Linebackers Dominate
Iowa's linebackers created havoc for Washington in a 41-24 victory at Husky Stadium.
Key Hawkeye Linebackers
Cam Buffington and Jayden Montgomery, both from small towns in Iowa and Wisconsin, led Iowa's aggressive defense.
Washington's Linebacker Plan
Washington started three linebackers: Jacob Manu, Zaydrius Rainey-Sale and Xe'ree Alexander.
Alexander Injured
Xe'ree Alexander suffered a high-ankle sprain and was lost for much of the evening.
Buffington's Early Play
Buffington sacked quarterback Demond Williams Jr. for a 9-yard loss after field goals.
Moulton Touchdown
Iowa's Kamari Moulton broke four tackles for a 56-yard touchdown run in the first quarter.
Hawkeye Dominance
Buffington and Montgomery each sacked Williams over three plays after Iowa led 20-0.
Husky Defense Struggles
Washington's defense underperformed with few sacks and no interceptions despite injuries.
The key point
Iowa's Cam Buffington and Jayden Montgomery sacked Washington's quarterback in a 41-24 win, ending the Huskies' three-game losing streak.
