Washington vs. Penn State, Fiesta Bowl: Predictions, expert picks, betting line, odds
No. 11 Washington will play No. 9 Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, Arizona. The Huskies fell short of repeating as Pac-12 North champions in 2017. Penn state was in contention for the College Football Playoff two years in a row, but lost to Alabama in Peach Bowl semifinal.
Washington's defense is the reason for their success this year. The Huskies have given up 277.4 yards per game and 14.5 points per match. Quarterback Jake Browning has been efficient with 18 touchdowns and only five picks.
Penn State is led by running back Saquon Barkley and quarterback Trace McSorely. The Nittany Lions won the Big Ten title last year but were left out of the Fiesta Bowl in favor of No. 4 seed Washington.
Washington plays Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl. The winner will cover the 2.5-point spread. SportsLine's advanced computer model is backing the Nittany Lions.
