Comparing Washington’s 2023 football schedule to USC

The Washington Huskies weren’t given the full red-carpet treatment Oregon received. How does their schedule compare with USC’s slate?

The Washington Huskies had a terrific year in Kalen DeBoer’s first season as head coach.

On top of that, QB Michael Penix Jr. is back and should be a popular pick among the Heisman Trophy candidates.

The Pac-12’s 2023 football schedule was officially released on Wednesday morning on the Pac-12 Network.

Washington did not have USC on the schedule last season, but this year the Huskies have the Trojans, Utah, and Oregon.

The Apple Cup is the final game of the season, and the nonconference slate isn’t very easy for the Huskies.

Here is a look at the opponents and dates for Washington in 2023. It’s an interesting comparison with USC on several levels: