Earlier today, Washington head football coach Kalen DeBoer, assistant head coach/co-defensive coordinator/linebackers coach William Inge, and offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Ryan Grubb met with the local Seattle media to discuss their 49-39 victory over Arizona, as they prepare for their road game against California this weekend. They spoke about the play of the offense and defense this past weekend, and the status of player injuries. DeBoer also took the time to talk about the Bears and what that challenge will present for the Huskies this Saturday night.

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

WILLIAM INGE (Assistant Head Coach/Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach)

Inge said, “that’s just how college football has evolved,” when asked about college football being an offensive slanted game now.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“With the people out there, yes!” Inge said when asked if the defense has improved over the last 3 games.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“We’ve had people in position, we just have to improve on the technical part,” Inge said about the defense and the younger players they have out there.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“We’ve been definitely pleased as to what he has given us so far,” Inge said about Edge Sav’ell Smalls.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“We just have to make plays,” Inge said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

Inge said DB Jaivion Green gives them “depth” and “athleticism” out there.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

Inge said that if DB Cameron Williams is needed for depth issues, it will be Cameron’s decision.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

RYAN GRUBB (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach)

Grubb said, “He was phenomenal,” when asked if that was QB Michael Penix He’s best game so far.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“Sam is the type of running back we are looking for at UW,” Grubb said about RB Sam Adams II.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“There are things we need to clean up on execution and scheme,” Grubb said about their 4th down conversion woes.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“The arm piece part is truly amazing,” Grubb said about Penix Jr’s arm.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“It was obvious early that Rome was going to be a good fit in this offense,” Grubb said about WR Rome Odunze.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“Rome has maybe been one of the most mature kids I’ve seen since I’ve gotten here,” Grubb said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“We were getting good chunks of yardage,” Grubb said about the passing game and why they didn’t run the ball as effectively against Arizona.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

OL Nate Kalepo and OL Matteo Mele, “we always want to get them into the game,” Grubb said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

KALEN DEBOER (Head Coach)

DeBoer said, “hats off to Devin, he put himself out there and held on to the ball,” in reference to TE Devin Culp securing the onside kick.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“I’m excited about the challenge, the guys are excited about the challenge,” DeBoer said about playing Cal on the road.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“It was really brief,” DeBoer said about his conversation with Jackson Sirmon leaving to go play for his dad at Cal.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“Just keeping guys fresh on defense is huge,” DeBoer said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“Everyone is pushing to try and get back as fast as they can,” DeBoer said about the injuries that have piled up.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“He’s a great kid and continues to be one of those guys who is eager to learn!” DeBoer said about DB Jaivion Green.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

“It’s becoming a strength for us having him inside,” DeBoer said about OL Jaxson Kirkland’s move to left guard.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

DB Dominique Hampton is “day-to-day” DeBoer said.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022

DeBoer said that “there is hope” that we may see LB Edefuan Ulofoshio by the bye week “in some capacity”.@DubLifeUW #PurpleReign #DubLife

— Jeff Wright (@jdub2379) October 17, 2022