# UW Defense Needs Perfection

> Washington Huskies defense must be near perfect until offense scores.
- Title: UW Defense Needs Perfection · Seattletimes | Shortify
- Summary: Washington Huskies defense must be near perfect until offense scores. washington huskies, defense, offense · reported by Seattletimes.
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## UW defense must be near perfect
Until Washington’s offense finds its footing, the Huskies’ defense must be close to perfect.
## Defense ranks third nationally
Through two games, UW ranks third nationally among FBS teams with a plus-6 in turnover margin while capturing five interceptions, one fumble recovery and not committing a turnover.
## Defensive coordinator Ryan Walters
Defensive coordinator Ryan Walters said, 'As a program, we’ve definitely put an emphasis on generating takeaways and taking care of the football.'

> As a program, we’ve definitely put an emphasis on generating takeaways and taking care of the football
## Defense allows 12 points per game
In Year 2 with Walters directing the defense, the Huskies are seemingly better than ever while allowing just 12 points per game, which ranks fifth in the Big Ten.
## Alex McLaughlin’s performance
McLaughlin was brilliant for most of the day last Saturday during a 16-14 win against Utah State while racking up nine tackles, two sacks, two pass deflections and an interception.
## McLaughlin’s costly mistake
Early in the second quarter, McLaughlin lingered a little too long near the line of scrimmage, which allowed Aggies receiver Javon Robinson to get behind him and haul in a 78-yard touchdown reception.
## Team support for offense
Second-year cornerback Dylan Robinson said, 'Everyone on this team has everyone’s back. If the offense is struggling, we’re going to help them.'

> Everyone on this team has everyone’s back. If the offense is struggling, we’re going to help them.
## Key takeaway

Washington Huskies defense must be near perfect until offense scores to avoid losing games.