In a highly anticipated rematch of last season's national championship game, the Washington Huskies defeated the No. 10 Michigan Wolverines 27-17. The Wolverines witnessed a change in their quarterback lineup, benching Alex Orji in favor of Jack Tuttle. However, the switch did not pay off, as Michigan struggled against a resilient Washington defense. Washington's quarterback, Will Rogers, despite throwing an interception, maintained composure and led his team to victory. The Huskies pulled away in the fourth quarter, sealing the game with a definitive performance, much to the delight of their home crowd. The loss marked Michigan's first Big Ten defeat since 2021, raising questions about their season trajectory.