Washington May Start FOUR FRESHMEN In The Apple Cup

Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies have big expectations for the 2026 class in their first year of college football, with as many as four freshmen starting in the Apple Cup. Can Kodi Greene, Derek Colman-Brusa, Ramzak Fruean, and Jeron Jones spark a youth-driven surge in the Big Ten? Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff spotlights rising stars, key position battles, and the high-end potential of Washington's roster ahead of the 2026 season.

The conversation covers Landen Hatchett’s injury status, the versatility of offensive lineman Kolt Dieterich, and breakout potential for tight end Baron Naone. Defensive line rotations, linebacker versatility, and changes in special teams, with Rahshawn Clark and Quaid Carr headlining return duties, receive in-depth analysis. With questions looming about the receiver corps and a wave of underclassmen challenging for key roles, can the Huskies’ youthful roster adapt and contend in a challenging conference slate?

00:00: Intro

01:09: Washington could have four freshmen starting in the Apple Cup

04:40: Defensive line depth behind Ramzak Fruean and Derek Colman-Brusa, and developing pass rushers

07:25 Kodi Greene's impact at left tackle

09:29: Landen Hatchett's injury update and implications for the offensive line rotation

12:18: Defensive line two-deep, rotation expectations, and the significance of paper depth charts

17:20: Tight end position battle: Decker DeGraaf vs. Baron Naone, and usage scenarios

21:51: Additional freshmen on the depth chart: OL Dominic Harris, S Gavin Day

24:50: Freshmen involved heavily in WR competition 

29:40: Kick, punt returners named

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