Earlier today, Washington head football coach Kalen DeBoer, offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Ryan Grubb, and co-defensive coordinator/safeties coach Chuck Morrell met with the local Seattle media to discuss their 45-38 defeat at Arizona State, as they prepare for their home game against Arizona this weekend. They spoke about the play of the offense and defense this past weekend, and the overall morale of the team. DeBoer also took the time to talk about the Wildcats and what that challenge will present for the Huskies this Saturday afternoon.

Here are things of note that each coach said…..

RYAN GRUBB (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach)

Grubb said QB Michael Penix Jr. had a sore throat from the injury but he is fine now.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“He’s playing faster and more confident,” Grubb said about RB Cam Davis.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

Grubb said they missed four critical plays on offense that they need to execute better and “fire on all cylinders”.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

Grubb said on the 4th down decision on their own 32-yard line that they “just went with the book” and it said to go for it.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“Not executing on short yardages, those things have to be better!” Grubb said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“Wayne always gets us off to a good start,” Grubb said about RB Wayne Taulapapa starting at RB.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

CHUCK MORRELL (Co-Defensive Coordinator/Safeties Coach)

“Going through six weeks, we’ve gone through six different lineups out of necessity,” Morrell said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

Morrell said they played 11 different defensive backs this past weekend against ASU out of “necessity”.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

Morrell said “there was no ill intent” by DB Asa Turner on the targeting call.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“We expect him to be fully healthy and available this weekend,” Morrell said of DB Asa Turner.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“Asa Turner is a phenomenal communicator,” Morrell said about having Asa on the field.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

Morrell said DB Asa Turner was going to play a lot against ASU if it wasn’t for the unfortunate targeting call.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

Morrell points to Arizona’s QB Jayden de Laura’s ability to “extend plays”. He calls him “Dynamic”!@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“Cam Bright had his best game for us so far and that’s exciting,” Morrell said about his linebacker.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

KALEN DEBOER (Head Coach)

“Fortunately we get to be back at Husky Stadium and homecoming,” DeBoer said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“Tomorrow starts a new week and expect nothing but awesome energy from these guys!” DeBoer said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

DeBoer described the status of RB Richard Newton as “day to day”.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“The running back depth continues to evolve,” DeBoer said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“He’s really sore but he’s fine now,” DeBoer said of the status of starting QB Michael Penix Jr.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“To me it’s still only a recommendation,” DeBoer said of their decision to go for it on 4th down from their own 32-yard line.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“I’ve trusted my gut a number of times over the last 20 years,” DeBoer said about 4th down decisions.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

DeBoer said DB Mishael Powell will be out again this week against Arizona.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

“In general, we need to bring more guys into our program through recruiting,” DeBoer said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

DeBoer said WR Rome Odunze is dealing with a nagging injury which is why he left the game on the final play. Just normal wear and tear. He said he is good to go against Arizona this weekend.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

DeBoer said there is no “finger pointing” going on in the locker room. He praises the “foundation” of the team for that.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

DeBoer said the team “is in their right mindset”.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

DB Cameron Williams approached the coaching staff and has decided to redshirt this season.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 10, 2022

* Here is the official Husky Football Depth Chart for this week…..