The 2025 college football bowl season kicks off with a Pacific Northwest showdown in sunny Southern California as the Washington Huskies (8-4) face the Boise State Broncos (9-4) in the Bucked Up L.A. Bowl, hosted by Rob Gronkowski. This matchup pits Jedd Fisch’s balanced Big Ten attack against Spencer Danielson’s high-octane Mountain West champions, who are chasing their first win over a Power Four foe since 2011. Washington seeks to build momentum in its second Big Ten campaign after a rollercoaster debut, while Boise State aims to cap a resilient season with a signature victory. Expect a clash of dual-threat QBs and ground games in the dome-like confines of SoFi Stadium.
Venue and Game Details
- Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California (capacity: 70,240). This state-of-the-art venue, shared by the NFL’s Rams and Chargers, has hosted the L.A. Bowl since 2021, offering pristine turf and a vibrant SoCal atmosphere for bowl festivities.
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT).
- Broadcast: ABC (TV), ESPN app/Fubo (streaming). Radio: Washington IMG Sports Network and Boise State Bronco Radio Network.
Weather Forecast
SoFi Stadium’s enclosed design shields the game from elements, but pre- and post-game conditions in Inglewood will be mild and dry—ideal for tailgating. Forecast indicates partly cloudy skies with temperatures around 63°F at kickoff, cooling to 46°F by the end. Light winds at 8 mph from the ENE and just a 5% chance of precipitation ensure no disruptions. These balmy December conditions favor passing games, potentially inflating the total over historical bowl norms.
| Condition | Kickoff (5 p.m. PT) | End (8 p.m. PT) |
| Temperature | 63°F | 46°F |
| Sky | Partly Cloudy | Clear |
| Wind | 8 mph ENE | 6 mph ENE |
| Precip. Chance | 5% | 2% |
Injury Report
Both squads enter mostly intact after a week of bowl practices, but depth pieces on the edges and in the secondary could be tested. Washington’s passing game takes a hit without a key WR, while Boise’s O-line protection remains a wildcard. Updates as of December 11, 2025—monitor Friday’s final reports.
Washington Huskies (8-4)
| Player | Position | Status | Injury | Notes |
| R. Williams | WR | Out | Collarbone | Season-ending; 450+ yds, big loss in depth behind Boston. |
| J. Parker | DL | Questionable | Undisclosed | Rotational edge; limited practice, impacts pass rush. |
| Makell Esteen | S | Questionable | Undisclosed | Depth safety; key for special teams coverage. |
| Tacario Davis | CB | Questionable | Undisclosed | Backup corner; secondary thin if not cleared. |
| Isaiah Ward | DE | Questionable | Undisclosed | Freshman edge; potential rotational snaps. |
| Audric Harris | WR | Questionable | Undisclosed | Slot option; adds speed if available. |
Boise State Broncos (9-4)
| Player | Position | Status | Injury | Notes |
| Ben Ford | WR | Out | Undisclosed | Season-ending; 300+ yds, hurts receiving corps. |
| A. McCoy | CB | Out | Knee | Season-ending; missed last month, weakens secondary. |
| S. Brackett-Lambey | LB | Questionable | Undisclosed | Depth linebacker; tackles leader in rotations. |
| C. Martin | LB | Questionable | Undisclosed | Starter with 60+ tackles; practiced limitedly. |
| H. Schmidt | OG | Questionable | Undisclosed | Interior protector; crucial for Madsen’s pocket time. |
Key Player Matchups
This bowl could hinge on quarterback duels and backfield battles, with both teams ranking top-40 in total offense (UW 32nd, BSU 28th). Washington’s efficiency edges Boise’s explosiveness, but the Broncos’ ground attack tests the Huskies’ 45th-ranked rush defense.
- Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. vs. Boise State LB Group (led by Ty Benefield): Williams (2,850 pass yds, 21 TDs; 595 rush yds, 6 TDs) is a Big Ten nightmare, shredding defenses with mobility (70% completion). Benefield (85 tackles, 3 sacks) anchors Boise’s 55th-ranked rush D—Williams averaged 237.5 ypg but faces pressure after 8 INTs in losses.
- Boise State QB Maddux Madsen vs. Washington DL (led by Jeremiah Hunter): Madsen (2,283 pass yds, 18 TDs post-injury return) torched UNLV for 300+ yds in the MW title. Hunter (7 sacks) headlines UW’s 38th-ranked pass rush (2.1 sacks/gm); if contained, Madsen exploits UW’s 102nd-ranked pass efficiency defense.
- Washington RB Jonah Coleman vs. Boise State DL (led by Ahmed Hassanein): Coleman (673 rush yds, 14 TDs, 4.7 ypc) powers UW’s 29 rushing TDs (tied-25th nationally). Hassanein (6.5 TFL) disrupts from the edge—Boise allows 3.8 ypc but struggled vs. balanced attacks like Air Force.
- Boise State RB Duo (Dylan Riley/Sire Gaines) vs. Washington LB (led by Carson Bruener): Riley (~1,100 yds est., 10 TDs) and Gaines (795 yds, 8 TDs, 5.2 ypc) combined for 18 rushing scores. Bruener (92 tackles) leads UW’s stout front (top-30 rush D allowed); Broncos’ 1,900+ team rush yds tests containment.
These tilt toward Washington’s athleticism, but Boise’s option elements could force errors in a bowl setting.
Team Records and Recent Form
Washington finished strong in the Big Ten but faltered against top foes, earning a bowl bid via late wins. Boise State claimed the MW crown for the third straight year, overcoming QB injuries for a gritty postseason push.
| Team | Record | Conf. Record | Streak | Bowl Berth |
| Washington Huskies | 8-4 | 5-4 | W1 | L.A. Bowl |
| Boise State Broncos | 9-4 | 6-2 | W3 | L.A. Bowl (MW Champs) |
Recent Form (Last 5 Games)
- Washington: 3-2. Wins over Illinois (42-25), UCLA (48-14), and Rutgers (38-19) showcased offensive firepower (avg. 36 PPG), but losses to Wisconsin (10-13) and Michigan (7-24) exposed turnover issues (5 INTs). Defense allows 22.4 PPG last 5; Williams threw for 300+ yds in 3 wins.
- Boise State: 3-2. Title-clinching 38-21 win over UNLV (Madsen 3 TDs) capped surges vs. CSU (49-21) and USU (est. 38-21), but road losses to SDSU (17-7) and Fresno (30-7) highlighted run-game stalls (under 100 yds). Offense averages 32 PPG last 5; defense forces 2 TOs/gm.
Boise’s streak and Madsen’s return give it momentum, but UW’s schedule strength (faced 3 top-25 teams) looms large.
Series History
Washington dominates this infrequent rivalry (7 meetings since 2007), winning the last two by a combined 72-29 margin. Games average 48 total points, with the over hitting in 4 of 6. UW’s home-field edge (3-0) persists, but neutral-site bowls add intrigue—Broncos last beat a P4 foe in 2011 Fiesta Bowl.
| All-Time Record | UW Wins | BSU Wins | Last 5 (2010-2023) |
| UW 4-2 | 4 | 2 | UW 3-2 |
Notable: UW’s blowout 56-19 (2023); BSU’s upset 16-13 (2015). UW 4-2 ATS; underdogs 2-0 SU.
Betting Trends
Public action (68% bets on UW) favors the Huskies, but sharps eye the under (55% handle) given both teams’ bowl history (UW 2-1 O/U; BSU 1-2). UW 3-1 ATS as double-digit faves; Broncos 4-2 ATS as dogs. L.A. Bowl unders hit 4-2 since 2021; MW champs 5-2 SU in bowls.
| Trend | Washington | Boise State | Notes |
| ATS Record | 6-5-1 | 7-5-1 | UW 3-1 ATS as 2+ TD fave |
| O/U Record | 5-6-1 | 6-6 | Under in 4/6 series games |
| Public % (Spread) | 68% bets | 32% bets | UW handle 65% |
| Public % (Total) | 52% O | 48% U | Sharp on Under 52.5 |
Game Odds
Boise State Broncos 52.5
Washington Huskies – 9.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, December 12, 2025
