### Bruins' Winning Streak Snapped by Washington in Chilly Showdown

SEATTLE - UCLA, channeling early-season struggles, faced a setback Friday night, losing 31-19 to Washington at Husky Stadium. The game saw the Bruins' three-game winning streak come to an end as they struggled with ineffective offensive play and crucial mistakes.

Quarterback Ethan Garbers found himself under immense pressure, often scrambling to avoid hits, behind an offensive line missing key players. The Bruins' running game was stymied, managing only 52 yards on 33 carries, averaging a mere 1.6 yards per attempt. Despite forcing turnovers, UCLA failed to capitalize, managing just three points from two interceptions in the third quarter.

“We just weren’t at our best, and it hurts when you know you can come out and play a little bit better than you did,” UCLA coach DeShaun Foster remarked post-game.

One of the game's pivotal moments came late in the fourth quarter when Garbers was sacked on a crucial fourth-down play, sealing the defeat. UCLA's defense also faltered, allowing significant plays that contributed to their 14-10 halftime deficit. Penalties, including a costly roughing-the-passer call, further hindered the Bruins.

Washington's quarterback shift from Will Rogers III to freshman Demond Williams Jr. proved effective. Williams directed three scoring drives, including a one-yard touchdown pass to Decker DeGraaf that gave Washington a commanding lead. Bruins linebacker Carson Schwesinger, who made a career-high 17 tackles, noted the challenge of adapting to Williams' dynamic play.

UCLA, now holding a 4-6 overall record and 3-5 in the Big Ten, must win its final two games against USC and Fresno State to qualify for a bowl game. Conversely, the Huskies, with a 6-5 record (4-4 in the conference), secured a bowl berth and extended their home winning streak to 20 games.

Highlighting the struggle, UCLA's kicker, responsible for key wins this season, managed a 40-yard field goal following an interception but otherwise had limited impact.

In the first half, UCLA's defensive effort was marred by errors, including a shanked punt and missed opportunities, allowing Washington to build a lead they wouldn't relinquish. A touchdown pass from Garbers to Kwazi Gilmer provided a brief spark before the half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit.

As the game concluded, a late Garbers touchdown to tight end Moliki Matavao offered a consolation score, but any hopes of a comeback had long faded.